Computer Science, BS

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 of the BS in Computer Science

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 121 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor’s degree as specified in the “General University Requirements ” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Engineering requirements.

Major Requirements:

A minimum of 54 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 - Engineering Ethics
CSCE 4110 - Algorithms
Second programming language requirement (can be satisfied with CSCE 2410 , AP credit, approved transfer credit, or departmental exam)
9 hours chosen from CSCE Advanced Elective Courses.

9 hours chosen from CSCE Core Courses:

9 hours chosen from CSCE Breadth Courses:

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:

16 hours of laboratory science (four courses with labs):

PHYS 1710 - Mechanics and
PHYS 1730 - Laboratory in Mechanics
PHYS 2220 - Electricity and Magnetism and
PHYS 2240 - Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics
One natural life science (4 hours) and a laboratory science from the College of Engineering approved list (4 hours)

3 hours selected from:

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 courses.