Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Students in the 120 credit hour Computer Science major will participate in a learning experience designed to give maximum choices as they plan for a successful future. Students will gain a foundation in computer science knowledge and skills with a collection of major core courses while having the opportunity to explore pathways with elective courses.

For students, opportunities in this major include:

• Academic coursework emphasizing current concepts and skills. • Attain problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with computer technologies. • Practical, real-life experience similar to experiences in the workplace. • Design, create, implement, test, and cutover to new software systems. • After graduating with this major, students should be successful in a variety of information technology and computer-related jobs and could continue on to graduate studies to earn Master’s and Doctorate degrees.

Computer Science majors will be expected to meet the following program outcomes: • Students will acquire appropriate foundational programming skills. • Students will design and implement advanced computer programs to solve problems. • Students will read and communicate computer ideas orally and in writing. • Students will write papers requiring research into the computer discipline.