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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 through June 28, 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
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Aircraft Power Plant Technician
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Airframe Maintenance Technician
ASView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technician
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Business Application & Database Management
Career Exploration: Information Communications Technology/Digital Media
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Career Exploration: Information Communications Technology/Digital Media
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Cloud Computing - Amazon Web Services
ASView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Network & Security Management CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Network & Security Management
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Network Management
AS-TView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Science
AAView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Science Information Technology CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Science Information Technology
Computer Skills for the Workplace
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Skills for the Workplace
ASView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Web Support & Database Administration CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Computer Web Support & Database Administration
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Cybersecurity Essentials
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Data Analytics
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Data Science
Data Science Essentials
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Data Science Essentials
ASView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Engineering - Computer Software Track
Engineering III: Computer and Software and Electrical
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Engineering III: Computer and Software and Electrical
Essentials of Robotics and Programming
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Essentials of Robotics and Programming
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Fire Technology
Gig Economy Success Kit
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Gig Economy Success Kit
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Legal Secretary
Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math, Sciences & Computer Science
AAView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences - Math, Sciences & Computer Science
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Mobile Application Development
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Mobile Application Development Essentials
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree in Network & Information System Security
CView the Program Map for a Transfer Degree 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

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Info Tech Student Stories

]West had what he needed to advance

I saved probably $40,000..."

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