Computer Science

Choose a Career Path or Continue your Education

Most El Camino computer science students want to start their careers as soon as possible. Others aim to continue their education. We offer options perfect for either goal.

Computer Science Certificate of Achievement 

This certificate offers a direct pathway for entry-level computer programming jobs or transfer.

• Learn to apply program design principles.
• Explore data structures and their applications for an analysis and solution of numeric and non-numeric problems.
• Write programs using the C, C++, and assembly computer languages. 

Pursue an Entry-Level Computer Programming Job or Further Education

As an El Camino computer science graduate, you’ll be ready to start work immediately or build on your education. We’re here to help you take the next step.

• Work in a variety of positions such as systems analyst, programming analyst, scientific/engineering applications programmer, building devices and drivers, data communications analyst, telecommunications specialist, and web designer.
• Pursue opportunities for advancement with further education. 
• Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $36,000 to $187,000 with an average salary of $103,000.

Gain Hands-On Learning Experiences

Learn to apply what you learn in the classroom to real-world scenarios. 

• Explore the Warrior-Toro Computer Science Pathway, a partnership between El Camino and CSU Dominguez Hills that provides a pathway for students to complete a computer science bachelor's degree in four years. 
• Learn computer science concepts and critical thinking skills valuable to any career. 
• Access hands-on learning through the mandatory computer lab component where you apply knowledge from the lecture. 
• Practice to design, code, compile, test, and document a solution for a computer program.