Math and Computer Science: Transfer Associate

This program focuses on computer design, algorithm design, programming techniques, data structures, and a variety of programming languages.  Since mathematical background is essential to success in this program, students must complete College Algebra or its equivalent to begin the program.  Requirements of senior institutions vary widely, so it is essential to choose an intended transfer institution as soon as possible and carefully follow the program described in that college’s catalog.  Students completing this degree will be admitted at the Junior-level to any institution participating in Pennsylvania’s statewide college credit transfer system. The complete program is only available at the Harrisburg Campus. The program may also be completed at the Lancaster Campus by taking some online courses. Some of the required courses are available at the Gettysburg and York campuses, as well as through Virtual Learning.

General Education   
ENGL 101 English Composition I  3 
ENGL 102 English Composition II (or)  3 
  ENGL 104 Technical Writing  (3) 
COMM 101 Effective Speaking  3 
Core A Elective  3 
Core B Elective  3 
Core B Elective  3 
Core C MATH 121 Calculus I  4 
Core C MATH 122 Calculus II  4 
*Core C Elective (Science)  3 
**General Education Transfer Elective  3 
Physical Education & Wellness  1 

Major Requirements   
CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Systems (or)  3 
  CNT 120 Network Communications Technology  (3) 
CPS 121 JAVA Programming  3 
CPS 161 Computer Science I  3 
CPS 162 Computer Science II  3 
CPS 230 Object Oriented Programming  3 
MATH 125 Discrete Mathematics  3 
MATH 220 Linear Algebra  4 
MATH 202 Introduction to Statistics  4 
Program Specific Electives  8 

The curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Analyze problem situations and create algorithms to solve those problems

Use mathematical concepts and models to analyze data

Select appropriate control structures, data structures, and abstract data types for implementing computer solutions

Code computer programs that area effective, efficient, and accurate

Work as part of a professional team to design, code, test, and debug mathematically based object-oriented computer software

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations