Online Degrees & Certificates
AS in Computer Science
Program Description
Computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and languages play an increasingly important role in academic, science, and business careers. The Associate in Science degree satisfies the transfer requirements of many disparate 4-year colleges and universities. Our up-to-date curriculum is also valuable for enhancing the career opportunities of working professionals.
Learn more about the program on the Computer Science website.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to use standard software engineering tools to create reusable code.
Students will be able to design a large program that takes advantage of existing code libraries.
Students will be able to organize a complex program in a logical way, enabling the extension of the program.
Students will be able to comprehend user requirements and produce code and documentation in an industry-accepted style that satisfies those requirements.
Students will be able to develop software that solves problems in a variety of fields, including math, physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, business, and the internet.
Students will be able to design and implement security policies for organizations of all sizes (Cybersecurity certificate).
Career Opportunities
The local Silicon Valley industry continues to need qualified software engineers, system administrators, software quality assurance engineers, and systems integrators.
Award Type(s)
AS = Associate in Science Degree
Units Required
Major: 56
Online Courses for Computer Science
The courses listed BELOW are offered as online courses at least once every two years. Please see the Class Schedule for verification.
- For a complete listing of online courses offered during the current quarter, visit Online Course Information.
- If you need any additional degree information or confirmation, please contact the Counseling Division.
NOTE: Students having difficulty attaining an associate degree because of timing or availability of classes should consult with a counselor to submit a petition for course substitution.
Associate Degree Requirements
A minimum of 90 units is required* to complete the associate degree, including:
Core and support courses for the major (56 units total)
Completion of one of the following general education patterns:
Foothill College General Education
Summer Session 2025 only–CSU General Education Breadth (CSU GE Breadth)**
Summer Session 2025 only–Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)**
Beginning Fall Quarter 2025–California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC)***
* Additional elective course work may be necessary to meet the 90-unit minimum requirement for the associate degree.
** Summer Session 2025 is the final term during which CSU GE Breadth and IGETC may be used. Please see a counselor for more information.
*** Cal-GETC begins in Fall Quarter 2025. Please see a counselor for more information.
Note: A grade of "C" (or "P") or better is required for all core and support courses used for the degree or certificates. In addition, the student must obtain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Refer to the Associate in Arts & Associate in Science Degree Requirements page for complete information about graduation requirements and catalog rights.
Core and Support Courses
Core Courses
| ONLINE COURSE | TITLE | UNITS |
|---|---|---|
| C S 10 | Computer Architecture & Organization | 4.5 |
| MATH 1A | Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 1B | Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 1C | Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 22 | Discrete Mathematics | 5 |
| or C S 18 | Discrete Mathematics | 5 |
| And select one option from the following: | ||
| Option #1: Java | ||
| C S 1A | Object-Oriented Programming Methodologies in Java | 4.5 |
| C S 1B | Intermediate Software Design in Java | 4.5 |
| C S 1C | Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Java | 4.5 |
| Option #2: C++ | ||
| C S 2A | Object-Oriented Programming Methodologies in C++ | 4.5 |
| C S 2B | Intermediate Software Design in C++ | 4.5 |
| C S 2C | Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in C++ | 4.5 |
| Option #3: Python |
||
| C S 3A | Object-Oriented Programming Methodologies in Python | 4.5 |
| C S 3B | Intermediate Software Design in Python | 4.5 |
| C S 3C | Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Python | 4.5 |
Support Courses (18 units)
Select 18 units from the following:
| ONLINE COURSE | TITLE | UNITS |
|---|---|---|
| C S 8A | Introduction to Data Science | 4.5 |
| C S 11A | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 4.5 |
| C S 12A | Introduction to Machine Learning | 4.5 |
| C S 20A | Programming in C# | 4.5 |
| C S 22A | Javascript for Programmers | 4.5 |
| C S 30A | Introduction to Linux | 4.5 |
| C S 30B | Linux Shell Programming | 4.5 |
| C S 30C | Linux System Administration | 4.5 |
| C S 30D | Advanced Linux System Administration | 4.5 |
| C S 30E | Linux System Administration: Network Services | 4.5 |
| C S 31A | Introduction to Database Management Systems | 4.5 |
| C S 40A | Software Engineering Methodologies | 4.5 |
| C S 48A | Data Visualization | 4.5 |
| C S 49 | Foundations of Computer Science | 4.5 |
| C S 50A | Network Basics (CCNA) | 4.5 |
| C S 50B | Routing & Switching Essentials (CCNA) | 4.5 |
| C S 50C | Scaling Local Area Networks (CCNA) | 4.5 |
| C S 53A | Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 4.5 |
| C S 53B | Firewalls & Threat Management | 4.5 |
| C S 53C | Ethical Hacking | 4.5 |
| C S 53D | Introduction to Computer Forensics | 4.5 |
| C S 55A | Introduction to Cloud Computing In Amazon Web Services | 4.5 |
| C S 55B | Database Essentials in Amazon Web Services | 4.5 |
| C S 55C | Compute Engines in Amazon Web Services | 4.5 |
| C S 55D | Security in Amazon Web Services | 4.5 |
| C S 56B | IT Essentials | 4.5 |
| C S 63A | Developing Applications for iOS | 4.5 |
| C S 64A | Writing Apps for the Android | 4.5 |
| C S 80A | Open Source Contribution | 4.5 |
| C S 84A | Database-Driven Web Application Development | 4.5 |
| MATH 1D | Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 2A | Differential Equations | 5 |
| MATH 2B | Linear Algebra | 5 |
| PHYS 2AM | General Physics: Calculus Supplement | 1 |
| PHYS 2BM | General Physics: Calculus Supplement | 1 |
| PHYS 2CM | General Physics: Calculus Supplement | 1 |
| Total Units | 56 |
Note that this is a list of fully online courses that satisfy degree requirements.
For a complete list of degree requirements, please visit Computer Science 2025-2026 Degree & Certificates.
Based on the 2025 - 2026 degree program.