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 (In-Person):
Saturdays August 24 - December 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm in the Technology Learning Center (TLC), Room 201 - Park in Lot #5 - Aviation Tech: July 25, 2024 at 10:00 am in ATA 128 Auditorium
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Computer Science & Applied Technology Programs
| Area of Study | Transfer Degree | Degree | Certificate | Skill Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Power Plant Technician | C | |||
| Airframe Maintenance Technician | C | |||
| Aviation Maintenance Technician | AS | |||
| Business Application & Database Management | C | |||
| Career Exploration: Information Communications Technology/Digital Media | C | |||
| Cloud Computing - Amazon Web Services | C | |||
| Computer Network & Security Management | AS | C | ||
| Computer Network Management | C | |||
| Computer Science | AS-T | |||
| Computer Science Information Technology | AA | C | ||
| Computer Web Support & Database Administration | AS | C | ||
| Cyber Security Essentials | C | |||
| Data Analytics | C | |||
| Data Science | C | |||
| Engineering - Computer Software Track | AS | |||
| Engineering III: Computer and Software and Electrical | C | |||
| Fire Technology | C | |||
| Legal Secretary | C | |||
| Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math, Sciences & Computer Science | AA | |||
| Mobile Application Development | C | |||
| Mobile Application Development Essentials | C | |||
| Network & Information System Security | C | |||
| Web Support & Administration | C |
AS: Associate of Science, AS-T: Associate of Science Transfer, AA: Associate of Art, AA-T: Associate of Art Transfer, C: Certificate, SC: Skill Certificate
*: This program has additional requirements. View the program page for more information.
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
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