Fundamentals of Data Science

A.S. Degree Mathematics · Berkeley City College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Program Description

The A.S. in Fundamentals of Data Science is designed to provide students with the first two years of math, statistical analysis, and computer programming to pursue a four-year degree with a major in Data Science. Successful completion of the curriculum in Fundamentals of Data Science offers students a breadth of knowledge that could be used directly for the Data Science degree as well as applied to a degree in Social Science, Business, Computer Science, or the Sciences. This degree is intended for students who are considering transfer or for students who are required to complete a degree for job promotion. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor to develop an appropriate program of study.

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Career Opportunities

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Transfer to a 4-year university with a major in Data Science or a related field.

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Learning Outcome(s)

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  1. Apply analytical concepts and techniques from statistics, probability, calculus, and linear algebra to problems in the field of Data Science.
  2. Use programming and data analytics tools and computational techniques to make statistical inferences on data from a domain of interest.
  3. Analyze data using multiple representations such as graphs, text, or tables, being mindful of concerns around data bias and privacy.
CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses:19
MATH 3ACalculus I5
MATH 3BCalculus II5
MATH 3ELinear Algebra3
MATH 118Foundations in Data Science4
CIS 42ASpreadsheet Applications I2
Select one course from the following list:5
CIS 5Introduction to Computer Science5
CIS 6Introduction to Computer Programming5
Select one course from the following list:4
CIS 27Data Structures and Algorithms4
CIS 84Database Programming for the Web4
Select three courses from the following list:8-12
BIOL 51Introduction to Bioinformatics4
BIOL 118Introduction to Environmental Science3
BUS 24Computerized Accounting Principles3
BUS 70Introduction to Marketing3
CIS 025AObject Oriented Programming Using C++4
CIS 27Data Structures and Algorithms4
CIS 36AJava Programming Language I4
CIS 42BSpreadsheet Applications II2
CIS 84Database Design and Programming4
ECON C2001Principles of Microeconomics3
ECON C2002Principles of Macroeconomics3
MATH 3FDifferential Equations3
PHIL 11Formal Logic3
PSYCH 28Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology3
SOC 120Introduction to Research Methods3
STAT C1000Introduction to Statistics4

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