A.S./A.A.S. in Computing Sciences

Computer Science grill

Sage College of Albany offers two Associate degrees in computer science:

A.S. in Computing Sciences:

Sages Associate of Science degree provides the well rounded academic base of a traditional Associates degree. This degree program provides a solid stepping stone for those students who plan to continue their education and obtain a Bachelor's degree. We have already incorporated the Liberal Arts courses that will be necessary to complete our four year programs.

A.A.S. in Computing Technologies:

The Associate in Applied Science program is aimed at the student who does not anticipate transferring into a four year computing sciences program (although that possibility is not ruled out). This degree program includes a larger number of professional courses than our A.S. program includes.


Students enrolled in either of the two year programs may easily move into any of the four year programs in computing offered at Sage: the Computer Network and Systems Administration program (CNS), the Computer Information Systems program (CIS) or the Web Development program.

CSI AS A

*Consult program coordinator or advisor

CSI AS B

Matriculating in Computing Programs: Those students wishing to matriculate in the AAS program in Computing Technologies or the AS program in Computing Sciences are expected to have command of the basics of computer literacy (the specific competencies are described below). Each student entering these programs must demonstrate competency in these areas by any of the following methods:

  • Take CSI 101 Computer Literacy at Sage College of Albany.
  • Receive credit at Sage for equivalent prior learning.
  • Transfer in an equivalent course from another institution.
  • Successfully complete a self-administered challenge procedure (for details consult Program Coordinator) Note that no credit is earned; a waiver is granted
  • Those with extensive experience in the computing field may submit evidence of technical competency to Departmental faculty and request a waiver; no credit is earned.

The specific computing competencies are:

  • Functional familiarity with GUI Operating System (Windows, Mac).
  • File/directory manipulations.
  • Aptitude using basic Internet services (web browsers, search engines, e-mail).
  • Basic MS Office skills