James House Jr., Department Chair
Technology 226
301-784-5308
https://www.allegany.edu/computer-technology
If a student wishes to earn an associate's degree from Allegany College of Maryland
and then transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in computer science,
this program of study will provide an appropriate preparation for such transfer. It
must be noted that different colleges may require different coursework. Students should
work closely with their advisor and a staff member in the Advising Center to alter
this program to meet the specific transfer requirements of the particular four-year
institution. The Advising Center staff is also equipped to work with students to help
them make a decision regarding the selection of the four-year institution.
Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply for an Associate
of Science degree in Computer Science.
Required Computer Technology Courses
| COMP-101 | Computer Literacy |
| COMP-103 | Computer Logic |
| COMP-107 |
Introduction to Cybersecurity |
| COMP-201 | Security + |
| COMP-202 | Digital Forensics |
| COMP-216 | Cyber Law (Criminal Justice 216) |
| COMP-234 | Computer Science Programming I |
| COMP-238 | Computer Science Programming II |
| COMP-289 | Security+ Certification Exam Review |
Required General Courses
| ART-101 or MUS-112 |
Art Appreciation or Music Appreciation |
| ENG-101 | English Composition I |
| MATH-109 | Probability and Statistics |
| MATH-200 | Calculus for Applications |
| SPCH-101 | Speech Communication |
Required Elective Courses
Please consult with your advisor or the Advising Center staff for selecting appropriate elective courses for graduation.
Humanities Elective - 3 credits
Laboratory Science Electives - 8 credits
Social and Behavioral Science Electives - 6 credits
COMPUTER SCIENCE
SECURE COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
PREPARATION FOR TRANSFER
| FIRST SEMESTER | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Computer Technology 101 (Computer Literacy) | 3 |
| Computer Technology 103 (Computer Logic) | 4 |
| Computer Technology 107 (Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| English 101 (English Composition I) | 3 |
| Mathematics 109 (Probability and Statistics) | 3 |
| Total: | 16 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| Art 101 or Music 112 (Art Appreciation or Music Appreciation) | 3 |
| Computer Technology 201 (Security +) | 3 |
| Laboratory Science Elective | 4 |
| Mathematics 200 (Calculus for Applications) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Total: | 16 |
| THIRD SEMESTER | |
| Computer Technology 234 (Computer Science Programming I) | 4 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Laboratory Science Elective | 4 |
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
| Total: | 14 |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |
| Computer Technology 202 (Digital Forensics) | 3 |
| Computer Technology 216 (Cyber Law) | 3 |
| Computer Technology 238 (Computer Science Programming II) | 4 |
| Computer Technology 289 (Security + Certification Exam Review) | 1 |
| Speech 101 (Speech Communication) | 3 |
| Total: | 14 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 60 |
*NOTE: With a student’s focus in computer science, many four-year institutions recommend specific electives and general education courses be taken to meet the requirements at that institution. Students are encouraged to work closely with their transfer advisor or transferring institution in order to meet these specific requirements.
NOTE: All courses specifically identified by course number are graduation requirements for this program.
