AA/AS in Computer and Information Sciences, General

Computer Science Information Technology at West Los Angeles College, offered as an associate degree alongside a transfer degree and a certificate in related areas. The major gives students the basic skills expected in core computer science. Classes include essential and low-level coding languages, how data is structured, building databases and websites, and the basics of network operating systems. Graduates are prepared to work in the field or to transfer to a four-year program in computer science, mathematics or engineering. The department also runs weekly information sessions and lists popular pathways such as cyber security, cloud computing, data science and robotics. Anyone considering this program can find requirements, planning tools and catalog details on the department page. Advising is available to help students choose courses in a sensible order and to connect them with faculty who can answer subject questions.