Data Science, AS
Program Description
The Associates of Science in Data Science is a general transfer degree program designed for students who are planning to transfer to a baccalaureate-level institution. This degree will also provide employment opportunities for student upon completion. The Associate of Science degree in Data Science includes skills in mathematics, science, data literacy and analysis, programming, and general education for transfer to a four-year institution.
Recommended Course Schedule
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| DATA 101 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| MATH 126 | Pre-Calculus I | 3 |
| ENG 101 | Composition I or Composition Enhanced or Composition I for International and Multilingual Students | 3 |
| Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| Social Science/US & NV Constitutions 3 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| MATH 127 | Pre-Calculus II | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| ENG 102 or ENG 114 | Composition II or Composition II For International and Multilingual Students | 3 |
| Humanities 4 | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 3rd semester | ||
| DATA 210 or CIT 180 | Introduction to SQL for Data Science (or) or Database Concepts and SQL | 3 |
| CS 135 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Diversity 3 | 3 | |
| Science 3 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 16 | |
| 4th semester | ||
| DATA 220 | Research Methods for Data Science | 3 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| CS 202 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| Science 3 | 3 | |
| Elective | 1 | |
| Semester Total | 14 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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- 4
See program recommendations or requirements.
Program Requirements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.
To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
- Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS | ||
| English | 3 - 6 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
| Visual Foundations | ||
| Humanities | 3 | |
Recommended: 2 | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Mathematics | 3 | |
Required: | ||
| Pre-Calculus I | ||
| Science | 6 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
Recommended: 2 | ||
| Introduction to American Politics | ||
| Survey of U.S. Constitutional History | ||
| ADDITIONAL COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Diversity | [3] | |
Recommended: | ||
| World Literature I | ||
| World Religions | ||
| U.S. and Nevada Constitutions | [3] | |
| Science courses (satisfied by degree requirements) | [6] | |
| DEGREE REQUIREMENTS | ||
| CS 135 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CS 202 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| DATA 101 | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| STAT 152 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| DATA 210 | Introduction to SQL for Data Science | 3 |
| or CIT 180 | Database Concepts and SQL | |
| DATA 220 | Research Methods for Data Science | 3 |
| MATH 127 | Pre-Calculus II | 3 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS | ||
| Select 7 units from transferable electives | 7 | |
| Recommended: | ||
| Business Speech Communications | ||
| Fundamentals of Speech Communications | ||
| Digital Design | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| Differential Equations | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
Program Outcomes
Students completing the degree will:
PSLO1: Apply appropriate mathematical and scientific principles to Data Science applications.
PSLO2: Demonstrate proficiency in technical fundamentals to analyze and resolve technology problems.
PSLO3: Apply knowledge and skills to develop, interpret, and select appropriate technological processes.
PSLO4: Demonstrate the ability to assist in research, development, design, production, testing and various other functions associated with Data Science.
Transfer Agreements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. General information about general transfer agreements can be found on the Academic Advisement website. Students who intend to transfer to another college or university should speak with a TMCC Academic Advisor and consult with that institution. The transfer institution determines how TMCC courses will transfer. TMCC has agreements with the following institutions towards a bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline.
