Computer Science

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science

Patricia Woodworth, Associate Professor and Chair

The computer science and computer information systems majors include a required core curriculum, as recommended by standard professional societies, providing a solid base of knowledge about computer science and information systems. In addition, elective courses can be chosen from a variety of possible topics, providing flexibility in matching an individual's interests. The majors provide preparation for graduate study or for career placement in computer science, information systems, or related fields.

Requirements for Honors in Computer Science

Honors in computer science recognize excellent overall scholarship and the successful completion of an honors-level capstone experience. Candidates need departmental approval based on computer science maturity, creativity, and the ability to do independent work in order to register for the honors course (312-49300). Final approval for honors is decided by department vote.

Requirements for the Major in Computer Science -- B.A.

	Mathematics: 313-11100	4
	Computer science, including 312-11500, 312-17100, 312-18000, 312-21000, 312-22000, 312-23400, 312-24500, 312-31100, 312-32100, 312-47500	35
	In-depth knowledge: select one course from 312-31000, 312-34400, 312-39000, 312-41100, 312-42000, 312-43000, 312-49000	3-4
	Three electives selected from 312-31000, 312-31500, 312-22500, 312-34400, 312-36500, 312-37500, 312-39000 312-41100, 312-42000, 312-43000, 312-46100, 312-49000, and other approved courses	9-12
	Oral communication course: select one from 319-11000, 319-11500, 319-14000, or other courses approved by the department	3
	Electives	63-66
	Total, B.A. in computer science	120

Requirements for the Major in Computer Science -- B.S.

	Mathematics, including 313-11100, 313-11200	8
	Computer science: 312-11500, 312-17100, 312-18000, 312-21000, 312-22000, 312-23400, 312-24500, 312-31100, 312-32100, 312-47500	35
	Restricted elective -- major department. Select two (one of which must be at level 4): 312-31000, 312-34400, 312-41100, 312-42000, 312-43000, 312-49000	6-8
	Select three from 312-31000, 312-31500, 312-22500, 312-34400, 312-36500, 312-37500, 312-39000, 312-41100, 312-42000, 312-43000, 312-46100, 312-49000, and other approved courses	9-12
	Laboratory science sequence: 315-11700, 315-11800, 315-12000; or 304-12100, 304-12200, 304-12400; or 303-12100, 303-12200; or 330-10300, 330-11300, 330-33000, 330-33100; or 330-10300, 330-11300, 330-31100, 330-31200, or 303-11900, 303-12000, or 315-10100, 315-10200	8-9
	Two electives -- any biology, chemistry, or physics course required for biology, chemistry, or physics majors or any psychology course designated as a natural science or 313-21100, 313-26000, 313-24300	6-8
	Oral communications -- selected from 319-11000, 319-11500, 319-14000, or other courses approved by the department	3
	Electives	37-45
	Total, B.S. in computer science	120

Requirements for the Major in Computer Information Systems -- B.S.

The computer information systems program provides a solid base of knowledge in information systems, combining courses from computer science, computer information systems, and business. It prepares students for immediate employment in the information systems field or further study in information systems, computer science, management information systems, information technology, or other professional programs.

	Computer science, including 312-11500, 312-17100, 312-18000, 312-20500, 312-21000, 312-23400, 312-22500, 312-36500, 312-37500, 312-46100, 312-47500	39
	Required courses in mathematics, including 313-11100	4
	Required courses in other departments: 306-12100, 306-12200, 880-22500, 881-26500, (select one from 883-20300 or 883-31100), 882-20600, 884-31200	21

Restricted elective in major department. Select one from the following:

	312-22000, 312-24500, 312-31000, 312-31100, 312-31500, 312-32100, 312-34400	4
	Restricted electives outside major department. Select one from the following:
	880-22600, 883-20300, 883-31100, 883-37000,
	884-31000, 884-32300, 884-38000, 884-39000, 886-34500, 887-20300	3
	Oral communication (select one): 319-11000, 319-11500, 319-14000	3
	Electives	46
	Total, B.S. in computer information systems	120

Minor in Computing

The purposes of this program are to provide a substantial introduction to computing for students of various disciplines and an opportunity to integrate computing into their field; to provide the basic education necessary for certain future computing careers; or to provide a coherent program for students interested in computing per se.

Requirements for the minor

	312-11500, 312-17100, 312-22000	12
	Select three additional computing courses at level 2 or above (excluding 312-20100 and 312-20500), at least one of which must be at level 3 or above	10-12
	Total required for the minor	22-24

Note: No course, with the exception of 312-17100, may be used to satisfy both a computing minor and any requirements of a mathematics major or minor.

An overall average of C (2.00) is required in computer science/mathematics courses used to fulfill the minimum course requirements for the minor.

Minor in Web Programming

Requirements for the minor

	312-10500, 312-10600, 312-17100, 312-18000, 312-20500, 312-23400, 312-32500
	Total required for the minor	23

Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

A grade of C- or better is required for a course in computer science to fulfill a prerequisite for another computer science course.

Advanced Placement

Students can receive credit and advanced placement in 312-17100 Principles of Computing Science I with a grade of 4 or 5 on the College Board Advanced Placement examination.