Computer Science Technology, A.S.
Smart phones. Satellites. Artificial intelligence. Game programming. Mark Zuckerberg. What do they have in common? Computer Science Technology. If these are intriguing to you, then this could be your program. You’ll be prepared to pursue a higher degree at a four-year university as well as gain the needed skills for entry-level computer programming jobs and related positions. You’ll receive the foundational knowledge required for a career in software engineering and learn programming fundamentals, the basics of computer architecture, information processing, and algorithmic problem solving. The program also includes an extensive exposure to and practice in the fundamentals of structured programming, as well as object-oriented analysis and design.
Special Opportunities
Regional employers, like Cigna and Sonalysts, have hired some of our students and financially supported their studies for a bachelor’s degree.
Career Options
Software Development
Support Specialists
Database Administration
Systems Analysis
Systems Security
Easy Transfer Options
Connecticut College
Central Connecticut State University
Eastern Connecticut State University
Sacred Heart University
Southern Connecticut State University
University of Bridgeport
University of Connecticut
University of New Haven
University of Saint Joseph
Western Connecticut State University
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See below for a list of all full-time Department Faculty. Please note that not all listed faculty may teach courses related to this specific degree or certificate program.
Mark Comeau
A.S., Thames Valley State Technical College; B.S., B.Arch., Roger Williams University; M.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Licensed-Registered Architect, CT, RI, NY NCARB Board CertifiedBusiness and Technologies Department Department Chair & Professor of Construction TechnologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9415 MComeau@threerivers.edu
Diba A Khan-Bureau, Ph.D.
A.S., Thames Valley State Technical College; B.S., University of Connecticut; M.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic University; Ph.D., University of ConnecticutBusiness and Technologies Department Professor of Environmental Engineering TechnologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9443 DKhan-Bureau@threerivers.edu
James R Sherrard
B.S., U.S. Coast Guard Academy; M.S.N.E., M.S.N.A., Nav. E., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; M.S.M.E., University of Connecticut; M.S.N.S., Catholic University of America; P.E., MarylandBusiness and Technologies Department Professor of Nuclear Engineering TechnologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9472 JSherrard@threerivers.edu
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics