Los Angeles Pierce College to UCI
Computer Science Transfer Plan
Pierce College's CS 216 and CS 116 together match UC Irvine's full I&C SCI 31 through 33 programming sequence, and MATH 261 and MATH 262 cover calculus. For the extra approved course, Pierce has four different matches, from CS 136 to CS 131.
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Computer ScienceMajor Requirements
Computer Science Major Preparation
Courses at Los Angeles Pierce College that satisfy UC Irvine's Computer Science major preparation, mapped and verified by Transfermatic's transfer engine.
| Course at Los Angeles Pierce College | Satisfies at UCI | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CS 216 + CS 116 — Object-Oriented Programming in C++ + Programming in C++ | I&C SCI 31, I&C SCI 32, I&C SCI 33 | 6 |
| MATH 261 — Calculus I | MATH 2A — Single-Variable Calculus | 5 |
| MATH 262 — Calculus II | MATH 2B — Single-Variable Calculus | 5 |
| CS 236 + CS 136 — Advanced Data Structures and Introduction to Databases + Introduction to Data Structures | I&C SCI 45C — Programming in C/C++ as a Second Language (choose 1) | 6 |
| CS 136 — Introduction to Data Structures | I&C SCI 46 — Data Structure Implementation and Analysis (choose 1) | 3 |
| CS 230 + CS 130 — Advanced Computer Architecture and Organization + Introduction to Computer Architecture and Organization | I&C SCI 51 — Introductory Computer Organization (choose 1) | 6 |
| CS 131 — Discrete Structures for Computer Science | I&C SCI 6D — Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science (choose 1) | 3 |
| MATH 270 — Linear Algebra | MATH 3A — Introduction to Linear Algebra (choose 1) | 3 |
General Education
Foundation GE at Los Angeles Pierce College
Complete these five courses at Los Angeles Pierce College to start your UCI GE pattern. Finishing full IGETC/Cal-GETC at the CC is ideal — these five give you the broadest head start, and CCN-tagged courses stay portable if you switch community colleges.
ANATOMY 001
Introduction to Human Anatomy
CHEM 051
Fundamentals of Chemistry I
A S L 003
American Sign Language III
ENGL C1000
Academic Reading and Writing
ENGL C1001
Critical Thinking and Writing
| Area | Course at Los Angeles Pierce College | Units |
|---|---|---|
Life Science | ANATOMY 001 — Introduction to Human Anatomy | 4 |
Physical Science | CHEM 051 — Fundamentals of Chemistry I | 5 |
Humanities | A S L 003 — American Sign Language III | 4 |
English CompositionCCN | ENGL C1000 — Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
Critical ThinkingCCN | ENGL C1001 — Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
Linear algebra sits behind a five-term chain
MATH 270 follows MATH 240, MATH 260, MATH 261 and MATH 262 at Pierce, a five-semester chain to UCI's linear algebra elective. Put math first on your schedule to keep it on track.
Pierce semesters, UCI quarters
UCI treats two semesters of calculus as equal to two quarters, so MATH 261 and MATH 262 clear the requirement. Complete CS 216 and CS 116 both at Pierce rather than splitting the sequence.
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CS 216 and CS 116 clear the sequence
Together these two Pierce courses match I&C SCI 31, 32 and 33, UCI's entire required programming year. CS 216 needs CS 116 first, so start with CS 116.
Four ways to fill the extra course
Pierce matches CS 136 alone for data structures, CS 131 alone for discrete math, CS 236 with CS 136 for C/C++, or the CS 230 and CS 130 pair for computer organization. Pick whichever fits your schedule; you only need one.
Linear algebra waits behind four courses
MATH 270, Pierce's match for UCI's linear algebra elective, follows MATH 240, MATH 260, MATH 261 and MATH 262. Start math early if you want it finished before transfer.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What Pierce classes do I need for UCI computer science?
CS 216 and CS 116 for programming, MATH 261 and MATH 262 for calculus, and one more approved course such as CS 136 or CS 131. UCI requires a B or better in each of these.
What does Pierce not cover for UCI computer science?
Nothing required for admission. Pierce matches the full programming sequence, both calculus courses, several options for the extra approved course, and MATH 270 for linear algebra.
Is UCI computer science TAG eligible?
No. UCI's screening notes exclude every major in the Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences from TAG. Admission instead depends on finishing required courses with a 3.0 GPA and a B or better.
Does Pierce CS 116 count toward UCI computer science?
Yes, together with CS 216. ASSIST matches the pair to I&C SCI 31, 32 and 33, UCI's full programming sequence. CS 116 also serves as the prerequisite for CS 216, so take it first.
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Los Angeles Pierce College students aiming for the Computer Science B.S. at UC Irvine can match the entire admission core here. CS 216 and CS 116 together cover UCI's I&C SCI 31 through 33 sequence, MATH 261 and MATH 262 handle calculus, and Pierce offers four separate matches for UCI's extra approved course, from CS 136 in data structures to CS 131 in discrete math. UCI wants a 3.0 GPA and a B or better throughout, and this major does not take TAG applicants. Transfermatic maps these Pierce courses against UCI's prerequisite order.
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