B.S. in Computer Science¶

Overview¶

The B.S. degree program in computer science provides a balance between theoretical foundations and applied computer science with the ultimate goal of presenting knowledge likely to be of ongoing value throughout one’s career. The preparation of the B.S. is aimed at students who want pursue a career as an industry practitioners and/or as an academic.

Among the 25 occupation groups of The Bureau of Labor Statistics, Computer and Information Technology is rated second highest in median pay and fourth highest in projected employment growth for the period 2014 to 2024.

Curriculum¶

If you enrolled prior to Fall 2013 you may use the old Computer Science B.S. curriculum located here.

Major Requirements (51 Credit Hours)¶

Both of the following must be taken:

One of the following must be taken:

All of the following must be taken:

Practicum Capstone¶

Six (6) credits taken from one or more of COMP 312: Open Source Software Practicum, COMP 390: Broadening Participation in STEM (Computing, Math & Science), COMP 391: Internship in Computer Science, COMP 392: Metagenomics, and COMP 398: Independent Study. See the details of registering in the links for each course. Students are encouraged to complete these credits during junior and senior years to draw on prior experience.

Electives¶

13 Credits comprised of:

3 credits of ENGL 210: Business Writing or any COMP course except COMP 391: Internship in Computer Science and COMP 398: Independent Study
3 credits of any COMP 3xx except COMP 391: Internship in Computer Science and COMP 398: Independent Study
Advanced/Interdisciplinary studies: 7 credits of any COMP 3xx, ISSCM 349:Project Management, MATH 3xx,PHYS 3xx, or STAT 3xx.

Suggested Ordering of Courses¶

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

COMP 310 (formerly 374): Introduction to Operating Systems
Electives
Practicum