Programming and Software Development, AAS

Q: PATHWAYS COMMON CORE: 21 CREDITS

A. REQUIRED CORE: 12 credits English: 6 credits ENG101 English Composition I – 3 credits (or ENA101 depending on placement scores) ENG102 Writing through Literature – 3 credits Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning: 3 credits Select one of the following courses: MAT115 College Algebra & Trigonometry – 3 credits (MAT117 Algebra and Trigonometry depending on placement scores) Life and Physical Sciences: 3 credits Select one of the following courses: SCB101 Topics in Biological Science SCB206 Introduction to Neuroscience SCC101 Topics in Chemistry SCC102 Chemistry of Photography SCP101 Topics in Physics SCP105 Life in the Universe SCP140 Topics in Astronomy B. FLEXIBLE CORE: 9 credits Select one course from three of the five flexible core categories: World Cultures and Global Issues US Experience in its Diversity Creative Expression Individual and Society Scientific World Students are advised to select one Urban Study course to complete college requirement. To complete the degree requirements from the Flexible Core, students are advised to select courses from the recommended course selections listed on the program website. Note: Students can select only two courses from any one discipline. *Students are advised to take MAT200 under Scientific World as it is a prerequisite for MAC101 which is required.

Q: PROGRAM CORE: 39 CREDITS

Courses Credits Math, Engineering and Computer Science: 38 Credits CSF101 First Year Seminar for Computer Science 2 MAC101 Introduction to Computer Science 3 MAC109 Introduction to Visual Programming 3 MAC110 Systems Analysis and Design 3 MAC250 Database Concepts and Programming 3 MAC232 UNIX Network Operating Systems 3 MAC221 App Development for iOS 3 MAC190 Object-Oriented Programming 3 MAC220 App Development for Android Devices 3 MAC125 Advanced C++ Programming 3 MAC280 Game Programming 3 MAC172 Web Development I 3 MAC272 Web Development II 3 Unrestricted Elective: 1 Credit

Department: Math, Engineering and Computer Science

Room: E-Building, E-223

Phone: (718) 482-5710

mec_help@lagcc.cuny.edu

About

This major introduces students to fundamentals of computer programming, software development, web development, mobile app development (iOS and Android), database development and game development. This program prepares students for careers in various computer & Information Technology fields and also allows students to continue their education by transferring.

Are You Interested In...

Designing web, mobile and game applications?
New programming languages?
The latest technologies?
Working with computers?
Analyzing and solving problems?
Mathematics?

Skills You Will Learn

Programming languages (C++, Java, C#, Swift, Kotlin, JavaScript, JQuery)
SQL, Android Studio, Xcode, HTML, CSS, .Net, Unix, Shell scripting
Problem Solving, Communication Skills, and Teamwork

What makes this major unique?

This major is primarily focused on programming languages. While all computer majors require some type of programming, this major offers numerous courses to learn general purpose programming languages such as C++ and Java as well as more specialized languages for web development and app design.

Career Possibilities

As demand for skilled labor increases, some companies are hiring those with Associate’s degrees for the positions listed. The market is changing so be sure to confer with faculty, CCPD, and others as you plan your career.

Web Developer
Android/iOS/App Developer or Engineer
Unity Game Developer
Computer Programmer
Front End Designer
Software Tester/Quality Assurance
Software Developer
Database Developer/Architect/Administrator
Senior Software Developer

Transfer Possibilities

CUNY School of Professional Studies – BS in Information Systems
BTech/BS Computer Systems
BS in Computer Science
BS in Computer Information Systems
BS in Information Technology
BS in Computer Engineering

Degree Requirements

PATHWAYS COMMON CORE: 21 CREDITS

A. REQUIRED CORE: 12 credits

English: 6 credits

ENG101 English Composition I – 3 credits
(or ENA101 depending on placement scores)
ENG102 Writing through Literature – 3 credits

Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning: 3 credits
Select one of the following courses:

MAT115 College Algebra & Trigonometry – 3 credits
(MAT117 Algebra and Trigonometry depending on placement scores)

Life and Physical Sciences: 3 credits
Select one of the following courses:

SCB101 Topics in Biological Science
SCB206 Introduction to Neuroscience
SCC101 Topics in Chemistry
SCC102 Chemistry of Photography
SCP101 Topics in Physics
SCP105 Life in the Universe
SCP140 Topics in Astronomy

B. FLEXIBLE CORE: 9 credits
Select one course from three of the five flexible core categories:

World Cultures and Global Issues
US Experience in its Diversity
Creative Expression
Individual and Society
Scientific World

Students are advised to select one Urban Study course to complete college requirement. To complete the degree requirements from the Flexible Core, students are advised to select courses from the recommended course selections listed on the program website. Note: Students can select only two courses from any one discipline.

*Students are advised to take MAT200 under Scientific World as it is a prerequisite for MAC101 which is required.

PROGRAM CORE: 39 CREDITS

Courses	Credits
Math, Engineering and Computer Science: 38 Credits
CSF101 First Year Seminar for Computer Science	2
MAC101 Introduction to Computer Science	3
MAC109 Introduction to Visual Programming	3
MAC110 Systems Analysis and Design	3
MAC250 Database Concepts and Programming	3
MAC232 UNIX Network Operating Systems	3
MAC221 App Development for iOS	3
MAC190 Object-Oriented Programming	3
MAC220 App Development for Android Devices	3
MAC125 Advanced C++ Programming	3
MAC280 Game Programming	3
MAC172 Web Development I	3
MAC272 Web Development II	3
Unrestricted Elective: 1 Credit

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