Computer Science, B.S. in Applied Arts and Sciences

Preparation for the Major

(42 units)

These courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better and cannot be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC).

• CS 150 - Introductory Computer Programming Units: 3
• CS 150L - Introductory Computer Programming Laboratory Units: 1
• CS 160 - Intermediate Computer Programming Units: 3
• CS 160L - Intermediate Computer Programming Laboratory Units: 1
• CS 210 - Data Structures Units: 3
• CS 240 - Computer Organization Units: 3
• CS 250 - Introduction to Software Systems Units: 3
• MATH 150 - Calculus I Units: 4
• MATH 151 - Calculus II Units: 4
• MATH 245 - Discrete Mathematics Units: 3
• MATH 254 - Introduction to Linear Algebra Units: 3
• PHYS 195 - Principles of Physics Units: 3
• PHYS 195L - Principles of Physics Laboratory Units: 1
• PHYS 196 - Principles of Physics Units: 3
• PHYS 196L - Principles of Physics Laboratory Units: 1
• STAT 250 - Statistical Principles and Practices Units: 3

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

Completing one of the approved upper division writing courses (W) with a grade of C (2.0) or better. See “Graduation Requirements ” section for a complete listing of requirements.

Major

A minimum of 36 upper division units to include:

• CS 370 - Computer Architecture Units: 3
• CS 450 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Units: 3
• CS 460 - Algorithms Units: 3
• CS 480 - Operating Systems Units: 3
• CS 420 - Advanced Programming Languages Units: 3
• STAT 550 - Applied Probability Units: 3

Master Plan

Students should follow the Master Plan Advising Guide to ensure completion of major requirements. Download it at http://www.cs.sdsu.edu/degree-requirements.