Computer Science, BS

A Bachelor of Science with a major in computer science provides a high-quality education by balancing the theoretical and experimental aspects of hardware and software issues. Graduates with practical experience are expected to have favorable job prospects.

The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in computer science is a professional degree designed to prepare the student for a career of further studies in the technology and application of computers.

The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in computer science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET (abet.org), (111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, 410-347-7700).

Educational objectives

Graduates will:

Pursue graduate studies in computer science or related disciplines, and/or a career in a technology field utilizing skills from the computer science areas studied during the undergraduate program.
Act responsibly and ethically in their professional conduct and successfully engage in life-long learning.
Work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and exhibit the ability to communicate effectively.
Complete professional work assignments that exhibit the ability to design, develop and implement software while applying computer science principles and practices to the solution of real problems.

Degree requirements

Hours required and general/college requirements

A minimum of 120 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor’s degree as specified in the “University Core Curriculum ” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Engineering requirements.

Major requirements

A minimum of 55 semester hours, including:

CSCE 1030 - Computer Science I
CSCE 1040 - Computer Science II
CSCE 2100 - Computing Foundations I
CSCE 2110 - Computing Foundations II
CSCE 2610 - Assembly Language and Computer Organization
CSCE 3110 - Data Structures and Algorithms
CSCE 3600 - Principles of Systems Programming
CSCE 4010 - Social Issues in Computing
CSCE 4110 - Algorithms
Second programming language requirement
9 hours chosen from CSCE Advanced Elective Courses.

CSCE core courses, 9 hours from

CSCE breadth courses, 9 hours from

Note

A maximum of 6 hours of credit in CSCE 4890 , CSCE 4920 , CSCE 4940 or CSCE 4950 will count toward this degree.

Other required courses

Laboratory science, 16 hours

(Four courses, each with laboratory.)

3 hours selected from

Any 4000-level TECM course.

Minor

Optional.

Electives

Hours required for electives may vary based on course selection and the University Core Curriculum requirements. Electives may be required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement (42) and/or the minimum total hours required for the degree. For specific information see an academic advisor in the College of Engineering.

Other requirements

A grade point average of at least 2.75 is required for all advanced computer science and engineering courses.