Computer Science, BS, Traditional Computer Science Concentration

Location(s): Alpine

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The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree offers concentrations in Traditional Computer Science, Gaming Technology, Cyber Security. Coursework includes classes in programming, data structures, networking, databases, system analysis and design, operating systems, human computer interface, scripting languages and various special topics classes. Programming languages include C#, C++, HTML 5, PHP, and Python. Computer science is an ever-changing field and coursework is modified to stay up-to-date. Students should remain in contact with their advisors.

The program provides professional training in Computer Science for students interested in becoming software engineers, high school computer science teachers, or simply augmenting other skills with the requisite knowledge of computers and programming necessary to be successful in the modern workplace.

Concentrations

Traditional Computer Science Concentration
Learn programming languages and skills to build software applications and solutions to business programs. The C# language is becoming increasingly important in education, government, and industry.

Program Requirements

Core Curriculum: 42

Bachelor of Science: 5

General Electives: 4

Major Core Requirements: 24 Credit Hours

CSA 1309 - Computer Science I Credit Hours: 3
CSA 1320 - Computer Science II Credit Hours: 3
CSA 2315 - Data Structures Credit Hours: 3
CSA 2328 - Web Page Development Credit Hours: 3
CSA 3336 - User Interface Programming Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 3336 - User Interface Programming Credit Hours: 3
CSA 3360 - Cyber Security Planning and Management Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 3360 - Cyber Security Planning and Management Credit Hours: 3
CSA 4310 - Senior Capstone I Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 4310 - Senior Capstone I Credit Hours: 3
CSA 4311 - Senior Capstone II Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 4311 - Senior Capstone II Credit Hours: 3

Concentration: 27 Credit Hours

CSA 3310 - Computer Communications Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 3310 - Computer Communications Credit Hours: 3
CSA 3316 - Operating Systems Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 3316 - Operating Systems Credit Hours: 3
CSA 3319 - Advanced Database Systems Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 3319 - Advanced Database Systems Credit Hours: 3
CSA 4312 - Software Engineering Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 4312 - Software Engineering Credit Hours: 3
CSA 4314 - Computer Architecture Credit Hours: 3
OR
CSR 4314 - Computer Architecture Credit Hours: 3

Select 3 hours from the following:

CSA @ or CSR @ or CIS @

Select 6 hours from the following:

CSA 3@ or 4@ or CSR 3@ or 4@ or CIS 3@ or 4@

Minor Required: 18 Credit Hours

Total Hours: 120

Core Curriculum: 42

Bachelor of Science: 5

General Electives: 4

Major Core Requirements: 24

Concentration Requirements: 27

Minor: 18