Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

The Program Educational Objectives are that graduates will be able to: Utilize their knowledge, problem-solving, and communication skills in professional careers in government agencies and the private sector; Conceptualize, analyze, design, implement, and evaluate a computational solution to a real life problem using appropriate tools independently and as members or leaders of multidisciplinary teams; Will have earned or will be pursuing graduate and professional degrees and/or professional development opportunities, including those required to pursue and maintain professional certifications. The Program Educational Objectives embrace outcomes-based learning. Students are prepared to achieve the following Student Outcomes: An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline; An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution; An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs; An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal; An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities; An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences; An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society; Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development; An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice; An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices; and An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity