Software engineers develop, design, and test software applications. They apply engineering principles to the process of building software.
Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly.
Alumni work as computer support specialists, or help-desk technicians, who assist non-IT users who are having computer problems.
Analysts assist in technology integration, including overseeing a company's current IT systems to ensure technology-related goals are met.
Technical writers prepare instruction manuals, how-to guides, journal articles, and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information.
Knowledge of mathematical, algorithmic, and computing principles appropriate to the design and implementation of computer-based systems
Ability to apply analysis, design, development, and testing principles in the construction of software systems
Ability to function effectively on a software development team and to communicate effectively on technical subject matters
Recognition of the value of continued professional development, as evidenced by the ability to acquire and use appropriate techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice
Understanding of professional, ethical, legal, and security issues and responsibilities, and the societal impact of computing
“ Between fantastic relationships with faculty, well thought out degree requirements, and opportunities for undergraduate research, I received an educational experience I couldn’t have gotten anywhere else. ”
We offer two programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
Both options will prepare you to attend graduate school or to pursue career opportunities in computer science or closely related areas.
Both options follow the systems-based approach set forth by the Association for Computing Machinery and the IEEE Computer Society for undergraduate degree programs in computer science.
The Systems Option (Option 1), which is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), contains more thorough coverage of concepts in operating systems, scientific computing, and has more elective credit hours in upper-level computer science courses to allow you the flexibility to explore additional advanced topics.
Option 2 is designed to give you a sound background in computer science and the opportunity for in-depth study of a computer science application area.
The program develops students' skills in the critical and practical understanding of information technology and prepares them for information technology-related work and/or further study at the graduate level.
An interdisciplinary major lying at the intersection of Art and Computer Science.
Learn to analyze data and solve problems using advanced math applications.
The program prepares students to take on leadership roles in the development and implementation of computer and information systems.
Gain advanced skills and knowledge in planning, design, implementation, testing and management of computer systems and applications.
