Anthony Merseal - How to Be a Successful Computer Science Student

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HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDENT


INTRODUCTION 

Computer science is a field of study that takes computing to the next level, understanding not just how to use the computer but how the computer itself works, and how to make it do new things efficiently. More and more people are learning computer science and turning their knowledge into a lucrative career in fields like business, health care, engineering, and many others.


WAYS TO STUDY COMPUTER SCIENCE        

Check out free online courses Choose a topic to research Try programming Apply for an academic program in computer science Get relevant work experience Take classes and get your degree Complete an undergraduate program Apply for graduate programs


CHECK OUT FREE ONLINE COURSES 

If you cannot or don't want to attend an undergraduate program in computer science, you'll be pleasantly surprised at the availability of free coursework online.


CHOOSE A TOPIC TO RESEARCH ï‚¢

Depending on how much you already know, you can choose topics that are of interest to you and research them online or in the library.


TRY PROGRAMMING 

Basic computer programming is simple and easy to learn, and is a great gateway to more computer science knowledge. Plus, it comes in handy on job applications to have a working knowledge of programming, even if you don't have technical instruction under your belt.


APPLY FOR AN ACADEMIC PROGRAM IN COMPUTER SCIENCE ï‚¢

This is the best way to begin a serious study of computer science, preparing you for a career in the field. You'll have access to the best resources and experienced teachers.


GET RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE 

Having experience in jobs that utilize some of the basic concepts of computer science can help you learn more about the discipline and also bolster your resume so that you will be able to find a good job when you get out of school.


TAKE CLASSES AND GET YOUR DEGREE 

Most computer scientists get at least a bachelor's degree, but some fields will hire a candidate with only an associate's. In general, an associate's degree takes two years and a bachelor's degree takes four.


COMPLETE AN UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM 

Before starting on a Master's or Doctorate, you need to have a Bachelor's under your belt. It is ideal if the undergraduate degree is in a field related to computer science, mathematics, or another closely related discipline.


APPLY FOR GRADUATE PROGRAMS ï‚¢

Keep in mind that you may not get into your first choice school, so having a backup plan or applying to several schools is usually a good idea.


WHO I AM‌ 

Anthony Merseal is the CIO of First Choice Heating and Cooling, who provide the help in computer science currently , lives in Missouri.



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