Overview

This Associate of Science Transfer in Computer Science (AST–Computer Science) degree is designed for students intending to transfer to a computer science program at Eastern Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, or Western Oregon University. The curriculum includes foundational coursework in computer science, programming, and mathematics, along with general education requirements that prepare students for upper-division study. Students are encouraged to work with an advisor and their intended transfer institution to select appropriate coursework.

Completion of the AST–Computer Science degree also fulfills the statewide Major Transfer Map (MTM) for Computer Science and the Oregon Core Transfer Map (CTM), supporting efficient transfer and application of credits toward a bachelor’s degree. 

This program is specifically designed for transfer to a four-year institution and is not intended for direct workforce entry upon completion of the associate degree.

Refer to the tabs on this page for additional information about:

• Requirements - outlines all courses required for completion of the degree
• Education Plan - provides a sample term-by-term sequence of courses
• Career Info - includes information on potential occupations, employment trends, and earnings

Program Requirements

The degree requirements below outline the courses and credit categories required to complete the Associate of Science Transfer in Computer Science (EOU / SOU / WOU) degree, including science core and general education requirements. Expand each section to view eligible courses that may be used to fulfill specific requirements. 

For a suggested term-by-term sequence, refer to the Education Plan tab.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Computer Science Core, 4 courses		16
CS160	Computer Science Orientation
CS161	Computer Science I
CS162	Computer Science II
CS260	Data Structures
Mathematics, 2 courses		8
MTH251Z	Differential Calculus
MTH252Z	Integral Calculus
Written Communication, 2 courses		8
WR121Z	Composition I
WR122Z	Composition II
Oral Communication, 1 course		4
COMM111Z	Public Speaking
Arts & Letters - 2 courses from AAOT list (including one course that meets Cultural Literacy criteria)		6-8
Arts & Letters AAOT list
Social Science, 2 courses from AAOT list		6-8
Social Science AAOT list
Lab Science, 2 courses from AAOT list		6-10
Lab Science AAOT list
Electives, if needed to reach 90 applicable credits		36
Total Credits		90

Education Plan

This sample Education Plan illustrates one possible course sequence. Students should consult an advisor to create a personalized plan. 

Plan of Study Grid

First Quarter
Fall		Credits
CS160	Computer Science Orientation	4
MTH251Z	Differential Calculus	4
WR121Z	Composition I	4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		3
	Credits	15
Second Quarter
Winter
CS161	Computer Science I	4
MTH252Z	Integral Calculus	4
WR122Z	Composition II	4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		4
	Credits	16
Third Quarter
Spring
COMM111Z	Public Speaking	4
CS162	Computer Science II	4
Arts & Letters course from AAOT list		3-4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		4
	Credits	16
Fourth Quarter
Fall
CS260	Data Structures	4
Arts & Letters course from AAOT list		3-4
Social Science course from AAOT list		3-4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		4
	Credits	14
Fifth Quarter
Winter
Lab Science course from AAOT list		3-5
Social Science course from AAOT list		3-4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		6
	Credits	15
Sixth Quarter
Spring
Lab Science course from AAOT list		3-5
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits		8-10
	Credits	14
	Total Credits	90

Career Information

Explore potential careers related to this program, including typical job roles, employment trends, and projected growth. This information can help you better understand how your education may align with future career opportunities.