Data Science
Data Scientist jobs are ranked as one of the top jobs in the US with highly competitive salaries
Modern organizations seek professionals that can facilitate data driven decision making. Data Scientists play a key role in acquiring, maintaining, analyzing, and communicating data to support data-informed decisions. The A.S. in Data Science will ensure that students have a strong foundation in math, programming, statistics, lab skills, and business. This program will help students successfully transition to a four-year degree in Data Science.
For more information regarding this option, please contact Professors Dr. Susan Monroe (smonroe@brookdalecc.edu) or Hanli Huang (hhuang@brookdalecc.edu).
Math/Science Program, Data Science Option, A.S.
Link to prerequisites and requirements
The proposed sequence for this program is as follows:
Fall Term – 1st Semester
- MATH 152 – College Algebra and Trigonometry Credits: 4
- ENGL121 – English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
- MATH131 – Statistics Credits: 4
- COMP 126 -Computer Logic and Design Credits: 3
Total credits for semester 14
Spring Term – 2nd Semester
Biology 101 or Chemistry 101 Credits: 4-5
- MATH 132 – Data Science and Statistics II Credits: 4
- MATH 153 – Pre-Calculus Credits: 4
- ENGL122 – English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
Total credits for semester 15-16
Fall Term – 3rd Semester
- MATH 171 Calculus I or Math 176 Calculus Business Applications Credits: 4
- Biology 102 or Chemistry 102 Credits: 4-5
- PSYCH 105 Introduction to Psychology I Credits: 3
- COMP 171 – Programming I Credits: 3
Total credits for semester 14-15
Spring Term – 4th Semester
- COMP 269 -Database Concepts Credits: 3
- MATH 299-Mathematics Internship Credits: 1-3
- Career Elective Credits: 4
- Humanities Credits: 3
- Humanities or Social Science Credits: 3-4
Total credits for semester 15-16