Computer Science
Associate in Science for Transfer Computer Science · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Associate in Science for Transfer
Computer science is the study of the theory and methods of processing information in digital computers, the design of computer software and hardware, and the applications of computers. Courses cover programming fundamentals, data structures, discrete mathematics, and computer architecture, along with specific programming languages. The Associate in Science for Transfer in Computer Science will prepare students to move into the California State University (CSU) system.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University, including the following:
- Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of an overall minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Minimum grade of C, or P grade, for each course in the major.
The following Allan Hancock College graduation requirements will not be required: Health and Wellness, Multicultural Gender Studies and Allan Hancock College General Education.
The graduate of the Associate in Science for Transfer in Computer Science will:
- Recall significant computer science concepts, vocabulary, and theories.
- Produce programming projects using a contemporary programming language.
- Find and correct programming errors.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A major of 30 units is required for the degree. | ||
| Required core courses (30 units): | 30 | |
| CS 111 | Fundamentals of Programming 1 | 4 |
| CS 112 | Fundamentals of Programming 2 | 4 |
| CS 131 | Computer Organization | 3 |
| CS 161 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| MATH C2210 | Calculus I: Early Transcendentals | 4 |
| MATH C2220 | Calculus II: Early Transcendentals | 4 |
| PHYS 161 | Engineering Physics 1 | 4 |
| PHYS 163 | Engineering Physics 3 | 4 |
| Electives | 3 | |
| Elective units required for Computer Science AS-T: 3 | ||
| General Education | 27 | |
| Complete the following: California - General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC): 34 units (All courses must be UC transferable) Double Counting: Total units that may be doubled counted for the major and general education requirements: 7 units. Complete additional CSU transferable courses as needed to achieve 60 units required for the degree: 3 units. Visit myHancock and select the DegreeWorks icon to view Cal-GETC general education and transferable courses. | 27 | |
| Total | 60 | |