Alfred State College
SUNY College of Technology
Computer Science
Application Code:
0532
Degree Received:
Associate in Science (AS)
Academic Department:
Computer and Information Technology Description:
The computer science program at Alfred State College was one of the originally established programs in the SUNY (State University of New York) system. It is a comprehensive program, which includes both the study of the underlying theories of computing as well as the specific applications of information manipulation and problem solving.
Most students who enroll in computer science do so with the intent of continuing their education after graduating from Alfred State College. The degree granted is an Associate in Science (AS), and supports exceptionally well the needs of the transfer student. Though primarily a "transfer" program, many students do, however, elect to enter the job market upon graduation.
A laptop computer is required for students entering the computer science program. See laptop specifications.
Entrance Requirements & Recommendations:
- Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry)
- Recommended: pre-calculus, physics
Accreditation/Certification:
Alfred State College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104, (215) 662-5606.
Features & Facilities:
- Provides experience in computer programming and applications
- One of the first computer science programs in the SUNY System
- Transfer oriented
- Provides a strong foundation in computer science, math, and science
Graduation Requirements:
Must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours of required CISY courses and three technical electives approved by adviser with a 2.0 cumulative index. A minimum cumulative index of 2.0, along with other requirements as stated in the College Academic Regulations, must be met by candidates for the AS degree. A minimum of 62 credit hours of course work and one credit of physical education. Thirty credit hours in liberal arts are required.
Career Opportunities:
- Network Management
- Systems Administration
- Computer Engineering Technology
- Computer Support
- Computer Programming
- Database Administration
- Web Development
Transfer Opportunities:
The primary focus of the computer science program is transfer. The AS degree granted is specifically designed to maximize transfer credit to four-year programs.
Transfer into the information technology programs: network administration, Web development, and application software development is possible at the junior status with careful selection of courses for electives.
Typical Semester Layout:
Computer science majors can expect to spend three hours in class (average class size is under 25), two hours in lab and four hours on homework.
| First Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CISY | 1023 | Intro to Information Tech | 3 |
| CISY | 1113 | Intro to Computer Prog | 3 |
| COMP | 1503 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| MATH |
xxx3 | Pre-Calculus 1054 or above |
3 |
| SOCI | xxx3 | Social Science Elective* | 3 |
| CISY | 1111 | IT Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| 16 | |||
| Second Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CISY | 4103 | Visual Program’g & Devel | 3 |
| CISY | 3223 |
Web Page Development |
3 |
| LITR | 2603 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| xxx3 | Gen Ed Elective | 3 | |
| MATH |
1084 |
Calculus I OR |
|
| MATH |
2163 |
Discrete Mathematics |
3-4 |
| 15-16 | |||
| Third Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CISY | 2153 |
Database Appl and Prog I | 3 |
| CISY | 4033 | Networking I | 3 |
| xxx4 | Gen Ed Natural Science w/Lab |
4 | |
| xxx3 | Technical Elective | 3 | |
| xxx3 | Open Elective | 3 | |
| 16 | |||
| Fourth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CISY | 4053 | Linux/Unix Admin and Scripting OR |
|
| CISY | 5403 | Database Concepts | 3 |
| CISY | 4003 | Intro to Data Structures |
3 |
| xxx3 | Liberal Arts Elective |
3 | |
| SPCH | 1083 | Effective Speaking | 3 |
| xxx3 | Gen Education Elective | 3 | |
| 15 | |||
*Social Science elective may include economics, history, political science, psychology, or sociology.
Technical elective may include CISY, business, and selected courses from math or engineering as approved by the adviser.
30 semester hours of liberal arts are required.
Also required: One unit of physical education.
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