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Computer Science and Software Engineering, Liberal Arts A.A.

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialAssociate in Arts (AA)
Total Credit Hours60
Average Time to Complete2 yrs.
Academic PathwayBusiness, Industry, Technology, Manufacturing
AdvisorTonitta W. Sauls
Associate Professor
850.769.1551, ext. 5090
tsauls@gulfcoast.edu

Academic Program Support SpecialistJordan Hale
850.872.3848
jhale2@gulfcoast.edu

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Computer Science & Software Engineering, A.A.

Take the Step Toward Becoming a Software Developer/Engineer

A baccalaureate degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering affords students the opportunity to secure employment in an industrial or financial firm, a governmental agency, or secondary, college, or university teaching position.

Potential research opportunities include computer security, cryptography; programming languages; compilers; real-time systems; databases; fault tolerance; networks, neural networks; expert networks; fuzzy sets and systems; scientific visualization; human computer interaction; computational science and engineering. This transfer track is designed to meet FSU-Panama City program requirements.

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Computer Science and Software Engineering Program Course Requirements

ENC1101, English I
ENC1102, English II
Visual and Performing Arts
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
MAC2311, Calculus I
MAC2312, Calculus II
PHY2048, University Physics I
Biological Science
Behavioral Sciences
History
Government
STA2023, Statistics
MAC2313, Calculus III or  MAP2302, Differential Equations
PHY2048L, University Physics I Lab
PHY2049, University Physics II
PHY2049L, University Physics II Lab
COP1000, Introduction to Programming Language
COP2250, Introduction to Java Programming
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What will you do with a Computer Science Software Engineering Option?

In this field, people find careers as:

Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
Florida State University - Panama City
University of Central Florida
Who is Eligible for the Computer Science & Software Engineering Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.
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