The Data Science, Associate of Science degree provides students with the mathematical foundation, technical knowledge, and expertise to understand how data are collected, analyzed, and used. Through the study of data science, the student develops the ability to think logically and to gain the problem-solving and computational skills necessary for success in upper-division data science courses. A major in Data Science transfers to a four-year university where students have the opportunity to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or Mathematics. Career Options: Computer Programmer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Mathematician, Operations Researcher, Statistician, and Teacher.
Major Core Requirements (22 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select one: MATH003A MATH003AH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| Select one: MATH003B MATH003BH | Calculus and Analytical Geometry Honors Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 5 units 5 units |
| MATH004C | Linear Algebra | 4 units |
| Select one: MATH010 MATH010H | Elementary Statistics Honors Elementary Statistics | 4 units 4 units |
| MATH080 | Foundations of Data Science | 4 units |
Major Electives. At least one course must be in Computer Science. (8-9 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CIST004A | Computer Programming I (C++ Programming) | 4 units |
| CIST004A1 | Computer Programming I (Java) | 4 units |
| CIST004B | Data Structures using Advanced C++ | 4 units |
| CIST004B1 | Data Structures using Advanced Java | 4 units |
| CIST005A | Introduction to Python | 4 units |
| CIST005B | Advanced Python | 4 units |
| CIST037 | C Programming | 4 units |
| MATH004A | Intermediate Calculus | 5 units |
| MATH019 | Discrete Mathematics | 4 units |
Total Major Units: 30-31 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of “C” or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC, CSU-Breadth, or IGETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor’s degree should complete the CSU-Breadth or IGETC General Education pattern.
- Complete additional degree applicable units to meet the minimum 60-unit Associate Degree requirements.