AA/AS in Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians

The Computer Science Engineering pathway is an Associate in Arts degree for students who want to continue toward a bachelor's in computer and information engineering. The pathway is open at every campus, so a student can pick the location that is closest. It is offered at all five Hillsborough College campuses. Early coursework includes an introduction to computers, English composition, a calculus sequence, general chemistry and a programming logic course. Later terms continue with further calculus and calculus-based physics alongside general education requirements. The technical careers tied to this field include planning and developing new computer systems, programming, software development, systems analysis and technical writing. The curriculum listed is an example from the college catalog and is not meant to replace advising on graduation requirements.