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Computer Science

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Computer Science at Mendocino College...

Why study computer science? Besides being fun and challenging, the job outlooks are fantastic and you can also apply what you learn to helping society (see TED Talk with Jane McGonigal on using Games to solve existing problems)

Job Outlook for Computer Science:

  1. Computer Science and related fields are projected for "Better than Average Growth" through 20331
  2. Compter Science degrees have an ROI over 700%2
  3. Tech skill shortages projected by 20263

Mendocino College's Computer Science Department is also a Certified Academic partner with leaders from industry including:

  • Cisco Networking Academy
  • Oracle Academy
  • CompTIA Authorized Academy

1. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm
2. https://research.com/degrees/is-computer-science-degree-worth-it
3. https://www.techtarget.com/WhatIs/feature/Tech-job-market-statistics-and-outlook
 

 

Recommended Introductory Courses

CSC 102: IT and Computer Science Career Exploration (1 cr.) - In this course, students explore the wealth of opportunities within the broad area encompassing Computer Science, Technology and Media. The main product for students will be a plan to achieve selected career goals.

CSC 220: Introduction to Computer Science (4 cr.) - In this course students review and experiment with a wide range of computer science topics including how numbers and text are stored and read by the computer, how digital circuits work, how to program in a modern language like Python, and how to control physical hardware via computer code.

Cybersecurity Degree

Mendocino College Degree and Certificates starting Fall 2024 (1 cr.) - Offering an Associate's degree in Cybersecurity and Specialization Certificates in Network Defense, Digital Forensics, and Penetration Testing

Cybersecurity Programs and Jobs
California Cybersecurity Schools and Program - Schools and Programs in California along with California Cybersecurity jobs outlook
Cybersecurity Associate Degree Programs - National Listing of Associate Degree Cybersecurity Programs

Faculty & Staff