Computer Science (B.S.)

Graduates of the computer science program will, within a few years after graduation, apply their knowledge and skills to:

1. Establish themselves as practicing technology professionals or pursue advanced study in computer science, information technology or related areas.
2. Solve applied, real-world problems individually and in teams, and communicate solutions effectively to diverse audiences.
3. Advance professionally through organized training or self-learning in areas related to computer science and information technology.
4.  Act ethically and responsibly, and remain informed and involved as full participants in our profession and our society.

Program Educational Objectives are reviewed annually by the program faculty and the Computer Science Advisory Board.

By the time of graduation, students will demonstrate ability to:

1. Analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet a given set of requirements in the context of computer science.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to computer science.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

The minor in computer science provides an organized exposure to the discipline. It includes two semesters of programming and three electives that allow students to shape their study based on their interests. The department offers a wide variety of elective courses each semester, ranging from software development, artificial intelligence and computer architecture to programming languages, database management systems, data science and machine learning.

The 20-credit computer science minor is open to students from any major and provides useful hands-on, problem-solving skills that can complement virtually any area of study. The course and credit requirements for the minor are:

• MATH 207  Discrete Mathematics(3.0 credits)
• CS 201 Computer Science I (4.0 credits)
• CS 202 Computer Science II  (4.0 credits)
• Nine additional credits of computer science courses as electives, six of which must be at the 200-level or above (9.0 credits). Teaching assistantships (CS 335) or internship credits (CS 399) may not be applied toward the minor.