Computer Programming AAS

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Faculty: Steven Robinett

Program Website

The Computer Programming degree is offered online.

This degree prepares students for employment as a computer programmer; developing web, desktop and enterprise applications.

Students learn to write code in multiple languages, including C#, Python, understanding the foundations of both basic and intermediate data structures.  Preparation for "Full Stack" development includes knowledge in HTML/CSS, Client-Side, Server-Side and Databases. Project based assignments focus on development methodologies including iterative and waterfall design.

The program will conclude with an internship or capstone, in which students can get real-world experience, adding to a resume and preparing for a career. 

Graduates are prepared to:

• Understand the fundamentals of computer programming and data structures.
• Understand the languages for web and enterprise applications such as C#, Java, Python, PHP, and JavaScript.
• Understand data modeling, database design, and structured query language (SQL).
• Have proficiency in web server administration and application development environments.
• Understand the software life-cycle, classical and current methodologies and best practices.

Estimated Resident Program Cost*

Estimated Resident Program Cost

Item	Cost
Tuition and Fees	$8,288
Lab/Course Fees	$70
Books/Supplies	$1,529
Total	$9,887

*

Fall 2025 MUS Student Health Insurance Premiums may be changing. Please check the Health Insurance website and/or Student Central for confirmed premium rates.

Many students need preliminary math and writing courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and writing placement before planning out their full program schedules.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Fall		Credits
CSCI 100	Introduction to Programming *,+	3
CSCI 105	Computer Fluency +	3
COMX 115	Introduction to Interpersonal Communication +	3
M 121	College Algebra **,+	3
Select one of the following:
WRIT 101	College Writing I **,+	3
WRIT 121	Introduction to Technical Writing **,+	3
	Credits	15
Spring
CAPP 156	MS Excel *,+	3
CSCI 114	Programming with C# *,+	3
CSCI 240	Databases and SQL *,+	3
ITS 210	Network Operating System - Desktop *,+	3
Technical Elective		3
	Credits	15
Second Year
Fall
CSCI 132	Basic Data Structures and Algorithms *,+	4
CSCI 181	Web Design and Programming *,+	4
CSCI 211	Client Side Programming *,+	3
STAT 216	Introduction to Statistics **,+	4
	Credits	15
Spring
CSCI 213	Web Programming Techniques *,+	3
CSCI 223	Software Development *,+	3
CSCI 232	Intermediate Data Structures and Algorithms *,+	3
ITS 224	Introduction To Linux *,+	4
Select one of the following:
CSCI 298	Internship *,+	3
CSCI 299	Programming Capstone *,+	3
	Credits	16
	Total Credits	61

 Suggested Electives

These courses are highly recommended in addition to standard computer programming curriculum.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
CSCI 291	Special Topics *	1-6
BGEN 105	Introduction to Business	3
Any 100+ level course in the ITS/CSCI prefix not included in this program.

+

A grade of C- or above is required for graduation.

*

 Indicates prerequisites needed.

**

 Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment.