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Apr 28, 2026
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2026-2027 Catalog
Pre-Computing, A.A. (GVSU - Comp. Science | Soft. Engineer | Artificial Intelligence)
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Academic Plan Code: 656
This academic program lays the foundation for students to transfer to Grand Valley State University to earn a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Artificial Intelligence. The program provides a strong foundation in programming, mathematics, and problem-solving while helping students develop the skills needed for success in advanced computing studies.
Students complete core courses that apply to all three GVSU majors and choose electives that fit their intended transfer program. Graduates of this program will be prepared to continue their studies at GVSU and pursue careers in areas such as software development, data analysis, machine learning, and intelligent systems.
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General Transfer Notes & Michigan Transfer Agreement
The coursework needed to complete this program is listed below. The courses transfer and satisfy requirements at Grand Valley State University. Students should contact Grand Valley State University to obtain additional detailed information about transfer requirements. Grand Valley State University ultimately makes the decisions about how each course will be used to meet the bachelor’s degree requirements. Students should also review the specific admission requirements for Grand Valley State University and these Grand Valley programs.
GRCC advisors and faculty are available to help students navigate transfer resources and create an individualized transfer plan, including selection of elective courses, which meets all GRCC and Grand Valley State University requirements. Graduates of this program will earn an Associate of Arts degree from GRCC and may be eligible to earn the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) credential. General Education Courses
Select a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework from the General Education course list. Use transfer resources available to select coursework based on Grand Valley State University requirements. English Composition and Communications
Humanities
Select two (2) Social Science General Education Electives from two (2) different subject areas. Social Sciences
Select two (2) Social Sciences General Education Electives from two (2) different subject areas and should be selected based on your transfer requirements. Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Natural Sciences
Select two (2) Natural Sciences General Education Electives from two (2) different subject areas; one (1) must be a lab. General Education Total Credit Hours
30 (minimum) Program Tracks
Students should select one track from below. Computer Science Track Total Credit Hours
63 Software Engineering Track Total Credit Hours
68 Artificial Intelligence Track
Artificial Intelligence Track Total Credit Hours
75 In What Order Should I Take Classes?
Please select courses from the Priority I list. Select courses based on the number of credits you are taking in the semester, for example, if you are a part time student you do not have to take all of the courses listed. If you are unable to schedule Priority I courses, move to and select from the list of Priority II, Priority III, and Priority IV courses. Priority I Priority II Priority III Priority IV NOTE: This priority schedule assumes the student is prepared to take the courses listed. If prerequisites are required, additional semesters may be required to complete this degree. Meet with an Academic Program Advisor and consult my Academic Progress for specific degree requirements. |
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