Computer science involves the study of computers and computer programming. Computer scientists develop new computer technologies as part of the tech sector, but also apply cutting-edge computer technology to solve problems in virtually every other industry, such as healthcare, energy, education, and financial services, to name a few.
The computer science field of study at Lee College is designed to lay a foundation that will allow a student to transfer to a four-year university and continue their studies toward a bachelor's degree in computer science.
Many careers require education beyond the associate degree. Students should work with their advisor to tailor course selections to align with their chosen transfer university. The transfer plan(s) on this page shows a tailored example for a university commonly chosen by Lee College students. However, students may choose to continue their education at any university.
This program of study prepares students to design, develop, document, test, and analyze simple computer programs using leading programming languages, such as Python, C++, or Java.