What You Will Learn
Data Science is an interdisciplinary study of Computer Science, Statistics, Databases and Domains. This Associate of Science (A.S.) degree program in Computer Science with an option in Data Science ensures you will be prepared to solve today’s pressing technological challenges in every field from health care to entertainment!
- Analyze real-world data using data science principles, processes, implementation and visualization techniques.
- Use your computational thinking skills and practice of fundamental Computer Science topics using object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms.
- Gain in-demand skills of R, Python, Java, Tableau and SQL and prepare themselves for further study or employment in Data Science.
- Implement industry recognized statistical software to analyze data.
- Gain an understanding of various data types and sources including Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and database management using Structured Query Language (SQL).
- Build prediction models using machine learning and artificial intelligence.
- Consider the ethical uses of data, privacy, security, and integrity.
Why Study Data Science at CCM?
There are many reasons why you should study Data Science at CCM:
- CCM’s collaborative, team-based learning environment enables you to complete project-based work with others, analyzing real-world data to solve problems or answer questions.
- Courses are taught by professors with degrees and experience in the field.
- Classes are held in small classrooms equipped with industry-standard software to ensure you graduate with current and relevant skills.
- Flexible terms and class schedules that fit into your busy life.
- Extra-curricular activities such as team competitions and attendance at conferences enable you to extend knowledge and experiences outside of the classroom.
- Be eligible for an internship or entry-level job in the data analytics field. Credit, non-credit internship experiences and job search support are facilitated through our Office of Career and Transfer Services, where students can also learn how to build a resume and receive the tools to help with interviewing skills to succeed!
- Transfer seamless to Ramapo College* or another four-year college or university for a bachelor’s and master’s degree.
Curriculum
The 25-credit core is comprised of cutting-edge computer science, computer architecture, mathematics and engineering courses, plus you will take a 35-credit general education foundation to meet the demand of industry.
This associate degree program is designed for seamless transfer to a four-year college or university if you choose to do so upon graduation to pursue your bachelor’s degree and beyond.
Careers in the Field
A degree in Computer Science with an option in Data Science will prepare you for the following careers.
Associates Degree:
- Computer Support Specialist
- Data Science Intern
- Help Desk Technician
- Junior Data Support Specialist
Bachelor’s Degree & More:
- Big Data Engineer
- Business Intelligence Engineer
- Data Analytics Consultant
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Scientist
- Report and Analytics Developer
- Statistician
Where You Can Go
CCM and Ramapo College recently entered into a Data Science Transfer Agreement, the first between a community college and a four-year institution in New Jersey. This allows students to begin their education at CCM to earn their associate degree in Computer Science – Data Science and then seamlessly transfer to Ramapo to earn their bachelor’s degree and also a master’s degree in data science.
In addition, all CCM graduates who earned an associate of science degree benefit from New Jersey’s Statewide Transfer Agreement. This means that the general education requirements will be waived at New Jersey public colleges and universities, allowing students to transfer in with junior standing. In addition, many out-of-state institutions also accept CCM credits.
CCM’s Data Science students frequently transfer to the following colleges and universities.
In-State:
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Kean University
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Ramapo College
- Rutgers University – New Brunswick
Out of State:
- Arizona State University
- Columbia University
- New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- University of Maryland – College Park
- University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
Paying for Your Data Science Education
Earning an associate degree in data science is a powerful investment that will pay off over the course of your life, in both increased earnings and job satisfaction. But what is the upfront cost, and how do you afford it?
There’s good news: Money is available to help you pay for school! Our Financial Aid staff can provide lots of information about the process of finding funds to help pay for your education.
Featured Courses
Computer Science I
Acquire fundamental computer science knowledge and develop programming skills using an object-oriented approach, incorporating security awareness, human-computer interactions and social responsibility in this introductory course.
Introduction to Data Science
Gain data literacy skills in order to understand techniques in data manipulation, visualization and interpretation. This project-based course enables you to utilize a toolkit of statistical software to perform data science methods. Ethical issues related to data privacy, authenticity and security will be addressed alongside an intro to AI.
Data Science Programming
Uncover problem solving strategies and programming techniques specific to data analytics using an industry-standard, general-purpose programming language and tool set. Learn how to gather input from structured and unstructured sources of various formats, stored locally and remotely through cloud computing, and use programming libraries and application programming interfaces to efficiently process data and present information.
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