The Computer Science Program at Oakton provides students the strong foundation they need to succeed in any number of computer-related degrees and certificate programs. For students who intend to pursue a four-year degree in computers, our associate of science with an emphasis in computer science allows for the smoothest transition to a four-year college or university.
The program is designed for students who have not yet decided upon a specific four-year college or university. Once a transfer school is selected, students are strongly encouraged to consult the Office of Advising, Transitions and Student Success and the transfer institution’s catalog to select courses that will meet both Oakton and transfer institution requirements.
For more information on course selection or program-specific advising, contact the program coordinator Ivan Temesvari at ivan.temesvari@oakton.edu. Part-time students should also consult the Office of Advising, Transitions, and Student Success for part-time pre-major recommendations.
Oakton participates in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide agreement that allows the transfer of the completed curriculum to any participating college or university in Illinois.
Students who know where they intend to transfer can check iTransfer to determine the transferability of a particular course.
Degrees and Certificates
The following pre-major is recommended for students who are considering completing a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Computer Science after transferring to a four-year institution. It is designed for students who have not decided upon a specific four-year college or university.
The following Pre-major is recommended for students who are considering completing a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Computer Science after transferring to a four-year institution. It is designed for students who have not decided upon a specific four-year college or university.
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 667,600 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security.
The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $91,250 in May 2020, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $41,950.
• Software Developer • Network Engineer • Cybersecurity Engineer • Web Developer • Mobile Applications Developer • Systems Modeling Specialist • Database Developer • Data Scientist • Computer Support Specialist • Video Game Developer
Meet Your Faculty
Oakton's professors and lecturers are experts in their fields with advanced degrees and years of real-world experience.
Ivan Temesvari, Coordinator Coordinator, Computer Science Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science A.A. Oakton College B.S. Eastern Illinois University M.A. Eastern Illinois University M.S. Northeastern Illinois University ivan.temesvari@oakton.edu www.oakton.edu/user/2/itemesva/ 847.376.7065 Office: 2134, Des Plaines
Meet our part time faculty
Hector Hernandez Lecturer B.S. Monterrey Institute of Technology M. Math. University of Waterloo Ph.D. University of Alberta hhernandez@oakton.edu 847.635.1688 Office: 2180, Des Plaines
Kamilla Murashkina Lecturer B.S. Lomonosov Moscow State University (Russia) M.S. Lomonosov Moscow State University (Russia) M.S. Northeastern Illinois University kmurashk@oakton.edu 847.635.1688 Office: 2180, Des Plaines
James Papademas Lecturer B.A. Roosevelt University B.S. Roosevelt University M.B.A. Roosevelt University M.S. Roosevelt University jpapadem@oakton.edu 847.635.1688 Office: 2180, Des Plaines
Luke Papademas Lecturer B.S. Roosevelt University B.S. Roosevelt University M.S. Roosevelt University M.S. Roosevelt University M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology lpapadem@oakton.edu 847.635.1688 Office: 2180, Des Plaines
James Wills Lecturer B.S. University of Illinois, Chicago M.S. DePaul University jwills@oakton.edu 847.635.1688 Office: 2180, Des Plaines
What's Next?
We are glad you are considering attending Oakton College. No matter where you are in your decision-making process, we are here to help you with your next steps. Whether you're ready to apply now, need information on paying for college or have questions and want to contact someone, we're here to help.
