Computing Courses

Computer Science and Computer Information Systems (CS/CIS) programs are for students with a passion for learning computing system design, building interactive websites, the cybersecurity domains of digital forensics and incident response. A complete list of classes we offer is available in the Highline Catalog.

Highlighted Courses

Computing Course Lists

The Ampersand (&) Difference

CS& (Common Course Numbering): In Washington, some courses have the same number across all community and technical colleges. These are “common courses.” If a course from a different college has the same number and subject as Highline’s, and an ampersand (&), then they’re considered the same course. They are designed to transfer seamlessly between these schools. Examples at Highline include CS& 131 - Computer Science I C++ and CS& 141 - Computer Science I Java.
CIS (Highline-Specific): Courses without the ampersand are unique to Highline College. While they still transfer to four-year universities (often under a Direct Transfer Agreement), they don't have a pre-matched course at every other community or technical college. Examples include CIS 111 - Introduction to 3D Graphics & Animation and CIS 114 - 3D Technologies I.

Pathway Maps

Program Maps provide quarter-by-quarter paths from entry to graduation for each program.

Start Here, Stay Here: Earn Your Bachelor’s Degree (BAS)

Take your expertise to the next level. Do your first two years here in our established Computer Science/ Computer Information Systems department, then seamlessly transition to upper-division coursework. A bachelor’s degree qualifies you for higher wages and prepares you for progression into higher-level specialized technical or managerial positions. Learn more about our Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and Forensics.