Associate in Computer Science (DTA/MRP)

Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA)/Major Related Program (MRP)

(95 credits)

Program Description

 

Work in a field that changes quickly, offers frequent opportunities to grow and problem-solve, and immerses you in technology. As a student of computer science at SPSCC, you’ll find high-paying employment opportunities in a wide range of industries. Become a part of our 30-year track record of serving our community and helping our students find employment – all at a fraction of the cost of a private institution or a coding “boot camp”.

The Direct Transfer Agreement degree is designed for persons interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to study computer science. Students who successfully complete degree requirements and elective courses recommended for their specific area of study will transfer 90 quarter credits to the following institutions:

  • Central Washington University
  • The Evergreen State College
  • Seattle University
  • University of Washington Tacoma (UWT)
  • Washington State University (all campuses except Tri-Cities

Students must take discrete structures at the target institution

  • Western Washington University


Some institutions require additional course(s) at the target institution before the transfer student is accepted into the Computer Science program; see the Target Institution Advising Notes below for more details.


CONTACT THE TARGET INSTITUTION: Admission to the target institution is not guaranteed to students holding a DTA degree. Contact your transfer target institution early in the educational planning process. Universities may: update course choices within each area, require a minimum overall GPA, require a higher GPA in a selected subset of courses, or require a specific minimum grade in one or more courses such as Math or English.

Career Opportunities

  • Network Administrator

  • Computer Hardware Engineer

  • Data Manager

  • Web Developer

Degree Planning

In planning this degree students need to work closely with their faculty advisor and the transfer institution so that the science credits within the degree create a seamless passage to the transfer institution. Although the Computer Science DTA/MRP degree transfers to four-year colleges and universities in Washington State, it may not meet specific department requirements. Based on placement testing or self-placement, students may need to complete basic skills and/or pre-college English and mathematics. Often, pre-college courses are prerequisites for college-level courses that are necessary for graduation. *Students who do not test, place, or transfer into MATH& 151 (Calculus I) will need to take precalculus (MATH& 141 and/or MATH& 142) as part of preparatory/pre-college work for this degree.
To earn an Associate in Computer Science DTA/MRP degree, all courses taken must be:

  • At college level (numbered 100 or above).
  • A class can only count once toward General Education requirements. For example, IIS 125 will satisfy either HUMANITIES or SOCIAL SCIENCE course requirements, but not both.
  • A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above in all college-level courses required.
  • Although this degree is a general transfer degree, South Puget Sound Community College has provided pathways and associated recommended courses for ease of student selection based upon a student’s career interest. Please review the pathway maps for recommended courses and course sequences.

Target Institution Advising Notes

Washington State University – Student should plan on taking Discrete Structures at WSU.

Students can graduate in four years from:

  • Seattle University
  • The Evergreen State College
  • University of Washington Tacoma (UWT)

Students may need more time at:

  • Central Washington University
  • Washington State University (all campuses except Tri-Cities)
  • Western Washington University