Students working in computer lab

Computer Science & Applied Technology Pathway


Computers and Applied Technology programs study computers, aviation maintenance and fire technology to help business keep these technologies functioning or to enter the fire service. Graduates may be employed by private business, government, or work independently.

Coming Information Sessions

  • Computer Science / Info Tech & Game Design (In-Person):
    Saturdays - Saturdays June 21, June 28, July 5, Aug 16, Aug 23, Aug 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm in the Technology Learning Center (TLC), Room 201 - Park in Lot #5 
Video game room with WLAC logo

West has launched a 6-class Game Design certificate including C# Scripting for Unity Game Development

 

Applied Technology & Computer Science Programs

Area of Study Transfer Degree Degree Certificate Skill Certificate
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Aircraft Power Plant Technician
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Airframe Maintenance Technician
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technician
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Business Application & Database Management
Career Exploration: Information Communications Technology/Digital Media
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Career Exploration: Information Communications Technology/Digital Media
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Cloud Computing - Amazon Web Services
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Science Degree in Computer Network & Security Management View the Program Map for a Certificate in Computer Network & Security Management
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Computer Network Management
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Science for Transfer Degree in Computer Science
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Art Degree in Computer Science Information Technology View the Program Map for a Certificate in Computer Science Information Technology
Computer Skills for the Workplace
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Computer Skills for the Workplace
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Science Degree in Computer Web Support & Database Administration View the Program Map for a Certificate in Computer Web Support & Database Administration
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Cybersecurity Essentials
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Data Analytics
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Data Science
Data Science Essentials
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Data Science Essentials
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Science Degree in Engineering - Computer Software Track
Engineering III: Computer and Software and Electrical
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Engineering III: Computer and Software and Electrical
Essentials of Robotics and Programming
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Essentials of Robotics and Programming
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Fire Technology
Gig Economy Success Kit
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Gig Economy Success Kit
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Legal Secretary
Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math, Sciences & Computer Science
View the Program Map for an Associate's of Art Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math, Sciences & Computer Science
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Mobile Application Development
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Mobile Application Development Essentials
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Network & Information System Security
View the Program Map for a Certificate in Web Support & Administration

New Avionics Bachelor's Degree

West LA College now offers a Bachelor's Degree in Avionics which saves students at least $10,000 over obtaining the same degree at a Cal State, UC or private career college. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the average annual mean wage for Avionics Technicians in 2022 was $90,570...more about the degree programs

aviation students

 

Info Tech Student Stories

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I saved probably $40,000..."

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