Computer Science
Computer science is the study of computer technology, both hardware and software.
Principal areas of study within computer science include artificial intelligence,
computer information systems and networks, security, database systems, human computer
interaction, vision and graphics, numerical analysis, programming languages, software
engineering, bioinformatics and theory of computing.
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James Finley
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Dean
Courtney Doussett
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Instructional Department Specialist
Melissa Olivieri (TEMPORARY)
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Admin. Assistant to the Dean
Martha Ramirez
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Full-Time Faculty
John Coverdale
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Jessiah Ruiz
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Academic Programs in Computer Science
The academic maps below will give you an idea of the classes you need to take. However,
please meet with a counselor to personalize your education plan.
- School Trailhead for Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Suggested Initial
Coursework - TRAILHEAD
- Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Area of Emphasis (AOE) in Math & Science - CSU Pathway
- MAP
- Computer Science for Transfer (ADT) - Pathways for Transfer to a CSU or UC School - MAP
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - C++ Programming) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Computer Programming) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Graphic Design) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Java Programming) - INFO
Additional Resources
- What can I do with this major? (Computer Science) - INFO
- What can I do with this major? (Graphic Design) - INFO
- Riverside Community College District General Education (RCCD GE) Requirements (PLAN
A) - INFO
- California State University General Education (CSU GE) Requirements (PLAN B) For students
who would like to transfer to a campus in the California State University (CSU) system
- INFO
- Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) Requirements (PLAN C) For students who would like to transfer to a campus in either the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) system - INFO
Career Options
Career options for students who get a degree in computer science include: software
applications developer, computer systems analyst, graphic designer, network systems
administrator, web developer, and computer programmer.
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Matthew Johnson
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