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Computers have dramatically changed the way we live our lives today and the way we look toward the future. The need for qualified people to develop and program these computer systems is here to stay. The Diablo Valley College associate in science degree in computer science prepares students for a variety of programming and software support positions.

As an A.S. degree candidate you will gain an understanding of:

programming
problem solving
data structure
machine architecture
broad base general education

Students can also choose between the following areas of focus:

Java
C++

Job opportunities in computer science are challenging and diverse, and they can also be cyclical, making a degree more valuable than a certificate. Over all, the demand for individuals with a computer science background is expected to grow significantly throughout the next decade.

After a student has earned an A.S. degree in computer science, he or she is well prepared to go directly into entry-level employment in the computer programming field.

In the San Francisco Bay Area, salaries range from $30,000 to $40,000 for entry-level programmers and up to $85,000 or more for a more experienced programmer.