Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) prepares students to emerge with a solid foundation in computer science basics, advanced computer science topics, and software engineering practices. Led by dedicated faculty who bring real-world experience and provide one-on-one interaction with students, the Computer Science program at ERAU is highly regarded. First-year curriculum includes courses in general education, math, science and computing, such as computing fundamentals, applied computing and other courses depending on the student’s area of concentration.

The B.S. degree in Computer Science at ERAU allows students to choose either a standard Computer Science track or select one of four areas of concentration — Cyber Security Engineering, Business Administration, Homeland Security, or Human Factors. Standard Computer Science Track The Computer Science degree may be attained without selecting an Area of Concentration. This option is designed to fulfill the requirements of a traditional computer science program while producing graduates who are able to succeed in a wide range of employment situations. Business Administration Area of Concentration The Computer Science degree with an Area of Concentration in Business Administration enables graduates to operate at the intersection of business administration, management, computer science, and software engineering. This program provides students with an in-depth knowledge associated with computing and management fundamentals. Program graduates can pursue graduate studies in computing or management, or careers in the computing industry, management, or entrepreneurship Cybersecurity Engineering Area of Concentration The Computer Science degree with an Area of Concentration in Cybersecurity Engineering produces graduates who have solid knowledge of computer science and cybersecurity. The curriculum emphasizes securing and defending networks and communications through secure system design and implementation. Graduates will have a very strong computer science core followed by a strong core in cybersecurity engineering and will be ready to work in a wide range of institutions belonging to government or industry. Homeland Security Area of Concentration The Computer Science degree with an Area of Concentration in Homeland Security produces graduates who operate at the intersection of homeland security, computer and data network security, computer science, and software engineering. Graduates will have a very strong core composed of elements from homeland security, computer science, and software engineering, and will be ready to work in government or industry in the homeland security or other security-related careers. Human Factors Area of Concentration Human Factors is an interdisciplinary field that incorporates aspects of psychology, systems engineering, and computer science toward the improvement of the interface between operator and equipment. The intention is to improve designs to make them safer, more reliable, and easier to use for the system operator by understanding the capabilities and limitations of the operator. Graduates of the Computer Science degree with an Area of Concentration in Human Factors operate at the intersection of human factors, computer science, and the quality assurance area. This degree program integrates computing, human factors, and software engineering. Students will have a very strong core of computing, as well as exposure to in-depth human factors and quality assurance.