2024-2025 Olympic College Catalog 
    
    Jan 15, 2025  
2024-2025 Olympic College Catalog

Computer Science (AA-DTA)


Through strong curriculum, advising and support, the computer science program at Olympic College provides students with the first two years of a four-year computer science or computer engineering degree. If you are considering a major in computer science, our traditional pathway will provide you with preparation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of computer science as well as a strong foundation in mathematics. Computer science degrees continue to launch individuals into successful career paths. Students earning a transfer degree from OC and eventually a degree from a university have an abundance of career opportunities nationally and locally. These include high demand fields such as Software Engineering, Systems Analysis, and Data Science.

Academic Planning

The courses required to major in computer science vary, depending on the institution and the program chosen. At some institutions, admission into the computer science major is highly selective. Students should work closely with an advisor at the baccalaureate institution they plan to transfer to before finalizing their education plan.

In preparation for transfer, most students will complete the AA-DTA degree. In rare cases or when considering the related field of computer engineering, students may choose to complete the AS-Track 2 degree.

Quarter by Quarter Plan


The following is a suggested sequence of courses to meet the requirements for this degree. This plan assumes a student starts in Fall Quarter, has tested into college-level English and Math, and wishes to maintain a full-time courseload. We strongly recommend students meet with an Advisor within their first 2 quarters at Olympic College to review their Quarter-By-Quarter Plan.

Fall - First Year


Spring - First Year


Summer - Second Year


General Education Elective (5 credits)

Fall - Second Year


Spring - Second Year


Summer - Third Year


General Education Elective (5 credits)