Computer Science

Computer Science

Get your start in the field of computer science at Brookdale!

Brookdale’s A.S. Degree in Computer Science is designed for seamless transfer to a baccalaureate program in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS) or Software Engineering.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career opportunities for graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science are expected to grow at 8% over the next 8 years, with an expected median salary of $74,280.

Computer Science graduates are employed as:

■ Computer & Information Research Scientists
■ Systems Analysts
■ Software Engineers
■ Web Developers
■ Information Architect
■ Information Security Analysis
■ Computer Programmers
■ Software Developers
■ Software Testers
■ Database Administrators
■ Data Modelers

Gain hands-on experience through the Computer Programming A.A.S. program to prepare for an entry level programming position. Graduates from this program are employed by a wide variety of companies, including banks and financial institutions, retail chains, manufacturers, government agencies, utility companies, and software and computer companies.

The A.A.S. program in Website Development provides you with the technical proficiency and expertise to plan, design, develop, implement, and maintain websites. Learn the skills to design, code and test software that is the backbone of electronic game design though Brookdale’s interdisciplinary program in Game Programming Design.

Learn From Faculty with Real-World Experience

Brookdale’s computer science faculty bring their real-world industry expertise to the classroom and lab. Their experience spans telecommunications, software engineering, website development, insurance, financial services, and Management Information Systems. Our students benefit from their practical knowledge.

Computer Science Degrees and Certificates

Brookdale offers the following degrees in Computer Science; click on any degree to read more in our online catalog.

Computer Science Program, A.S.

This program is designed for students who would like to transfer to a four-year program in Computer Science or related areas, such as Management Information Systems or Software Engineering. Hands-on computer courses are combined with general and mathematics courses to provide the student with the essential coursework needed to succeed beyond the Associate degree.

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Computer Science Program, Programming Option, A.A.S.

Students wishing to gain knowledge of computer programming and design should choose this program. Courses are designed to offer hands-on experience to prepare the student for an entry level computer programming position. Focus is on problem analysis, design, coding, testing and debugging. This degree is not designed to transfer, although the student will find that many of the courses which provide a foundation in computer science may transfer.

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Computer Science Program, Web Site Development, A.A.S.

Students wishing to gain a technical proficiency and expertise in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of web sites should choose this option. Upon completion, the student will be prepared to enter the web developer field. Students will learn the necessary languages, tools, concepts and technical skills. This degree is not designed to transfer, although the student will find that many of the courses which provide for a foundation in computer science may transfer.

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Webmaster Administration, Academic Credit Certificate

Students wishing to gain a technical proficiency and expertise in planning, developing, implementing and maintaining web sites should choose this certificate program. Upon completion of the certificate coursework students will be prepared to enter the webmaster administration field.

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Transfer Opportunities

Transfer Agreements by Academic Program: Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between Brookdale and other colleges and universities. These agreements define how the courses you complete at Brookdale will apply to your future bachelor’s degree when you transfer into a baccalaureate program.

Brookdale Community College is an Equal Opportunity educational institution. In order to promote this goal, the College makes positive efforts to ensure equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or veteran status.