AA/AS in Computer Science

Computer Science at Onondaga Community College follows the curriculum guidelines of the Association for Computing Machinery and is intended for students who plan to finish a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering elsewhere. Courses give practice writing programs in several languages and introduce computer hardware, data structures, and the design and testing of algorithms. Students apply these ideas to realistic problems. Many graduates continue at campuses such as Oswego, Polytechnic Institute, Albany, or Buffalo within SUNY. Later career paths include systems administration, software engineering, IT support, web development, and database administration. As a transfer program, it is aimed at students who plan to finish their studies at a four-year school. Prospective students can request information, schedule a visit, or talk with college staff before applying, and financial aid specialists are available to explain how to pay for study.