Program Information:
This computer science degree will prepare students to pursue entry level technology careers in computer programming, networking and cybersecurity after completion. It also requires the development of communication skills and basic math necessary for the field of computer science.
· This program is for students wishing to seek a computer science career upon completion.
· It provides the knowledge and skills required for entry level computer programming or entry level networking in commercial and governmental workplace settings.
· Career cluster includes computer specialist, application developer, PC specialist, network administration, cybersecurity analyst, database developer, and computer consultant.
· This applied science program of study must be taken in its entirety to meet degree requirements.
For Program Information Contact:
Math and Computer Science Department at 217-786-2386 or see a Student Success Coach.
Course Requirements:
Required General Education Courses
Please see your Student Success Coach for course planning.
| CMN 101 | Public Speaking Fundamentals | 3 |
| EGL 101 | Composition I | 3 |
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| MAT 104 | General Education Mathematics | 3 |
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| MAT 105 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 |
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| MAT 113 | College Algebra | 4 |
| | Humanities or Fine Arts Selection | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Required Program Courses
| CSC 100 | Understanding Technology Today | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Applications and Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 125 | Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CSC 130 | IT Essentials | 3 |
| CSC 131 | Introduction to Networks | 3 |
| CSC 140 | Introduction to Ethics and IT Security | 3 |
| CSC 141 | Introduction to Linux Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC 150 | Introduction to Relational Database | 3 |
| CSC 240 | Introduction to Microsoft Server | 3 |
| CSC 250 | Relational Database Design | 3 |
| CSC 260 | Systems Analysis | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 33 |
Computer Science Course Selection
Choose twelve (12) credits from the courses listed below.
| CSC 170 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CSC 171 | Introduction to Robotics | 3 |
| CSC 172 | Dot Net/ASP Development | 3 |
| CSC 230 | Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials | 3 |
| CSC 231 | Enterprise Network Security and Automation | 3 |
| CSC 241 | Security Plus | 3 |
| CSC 242 | Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CSC 265 | Computer Science Internship | 3 |
| CSC 270 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
NOTE: All courses in this paradigm may only be used once to fulfill required credit hours for this program.
Total Credit Hours: 61