Informatics Pre-Major

Program Overview

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Summary

Prepare for a major in Information Studies by taking recommended courses to fulfill the requirements of a transfer degree.

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Completion Award

• Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement

Length of Study

• 90 Credits

Starting Quarter

• Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Location

• On Campus

What You’ll Learn

1. Describe differences and similarities in how people across the globe experience social, cultural, economic, or political systems.
2. Examine the interactions between societies and individuals.
3. Apply methods of a specific discipline to interpret an expression of the human experience.
4. Identify methods scientists use to explain aspects of the natural world.
5. Use scientific laboratory practices within a field or discipline to investigate a scientific concept.

In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

Courses & Requirements

Where does my path start?

You will complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) at Shoreline.

Once you complete your Shoreline degree, you can transfer to a four-year school to earn a baccalaureate degree in Library and Information Science, Data Analytics, Information Technology, and others.

Those with an AA-DTA in Information Studies may continue on to pursue a degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), Business, Information Technology (IT), and others as the opportunities for this degree are growing.

What courses should I take?

General Education Requirements - 20 Credits

Communication (10 Credits)

• ENGL& 101 English Composition I
• ENGL& 102 Composition II: Reasoning/Research/Writing

Multicultural Understanding (5 Credits)

Choose of the following courses:

CMST 203, CMST 285, GWS 284, HIST& 220, HIST 245, HUM 105, AES 101, PSYC 230, SOC 270.

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Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)

Choose of the following classes:

MATH& 107, MATH 111, MATH& 141, MATH& 142, MATH& 146, MATH& 148, MATH& 151, MATH& 152, MATH& 163, MATH 207, MATH 208, MATH 211, MATH& 264, PHIL& 120. Recommended: MATH& 141 (prerequisite for CS& 141) or MATH 111.

• Students planning to transfer to the University of Washington must consult Math Advising, .
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Distribution Requirements - 45 Credits

Humanities (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Art and Drama) in Humanities. Maximum of 5 credits allowed in Performance/Skills courses. No more than 5 credits in a world language at the 100 level. Recommended: World Language if required for university admission or graduation.

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Natural Sciences (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g.Biology and Physics) in Natural Sciences. At least 10 credits required in Physical, Earth, and/or Biological Sciences, including at least 5 credits of lab science. Maximum 5 credits from Other Science courses. **Strongly recommended:MATH& 146 or MATH 211. **

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Social Sciences (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Psychology and History) in Social Sciences.

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General Electives - Minimum 25 Credits

Comprised of other college-level courses or unrestricted courses. A maximum of 15 credits allowed for restricted/vocational courses, and a maximum of 3 credits allowed in Physical Education. Please see the lists of Restricted Electives and Elective Courses (Non-restricted). Recommended: INFO 150, World Language if required for university admission or graduation. **Strongly recommended:CS& 141, CS 143. **

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Careers & Opportunities

From analyzing and solving problems, to leading and managing projects, informatics majors develop the knowledge and skills to be competitive in one of the fastest growing career fields. A degree in informatics prepares students for careers as information specialists, information architects, network managers, web developers, business systems analysts, web designers, information assurance professionals, business consultants, researchers and application/software designers. Potential employers include: business and industry, corporations, TV and radio stations, federal, state and local governments, colleges and universities, private and public schools, hospitals, law firms, marketing and research firms, private foundations and non-profit organizations.

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
| WA-Resident | Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen
On Campus | Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹ | Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
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1 credit | $126.47 | $246.49 | $327.01 | $144.67
5 credits | $632.35 | $1,232.45 | $1,635.05 | $723.35
12 credits (full-time) | $1,387.14 | $2,487.04 | $3,408.94 | $1,571.08
15 credits | $1,570.80 | $2,520.25 | $3,617.20 | $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees

Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

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Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Title:
Informatics Pre-Major
• Completion Award:
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement
• Length of Study:
90 Credits
• Overview:
• Prepares students for a major in Informatics by fulfilling the requirements of a transfer degree.
• The Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) is part of Shoreline's General Transfer program and is designed to meet the first two years of requirements of most four-year degrees.
• Objectives:
• To provide students with a strong foundation in the field of Informatics.
• To prepare students to transfer to a four-year university and continue their studies in Informatics.
• Program Description:
• Students will complete a core curriculum of general education requirements, including courses in communication, quantitative/symbolic reasoning, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.
• Students will also complete a series of courses in Informatics, including courses in information studies, computer science, and data analysis.

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Outline:

• Course Schedule:
• Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
• Course Structure:
• The program consists of the following courses:
• Communication (10 Credits)
• Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)
• Humanities (15 Credits)
• Natural Sciences (15 Credits)
• Social Sciences (15 Credits)

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Information specialists
• Information architects
• Network managers
• Web developers
• Business systems analysts
• Web designers
• Information assurance professionals
• Business consultants
• Researchers
• Application/software designers
• Potential Employers:
• Business and industry
• Corporations
• TV and radio stations
• Federal, state, and local governments
• Colleges and universities
• Private and public schools
• Hospitals
• Law firms
• Marketing and research firms
• Private foundations
• Non-profit organizations