Academic Programs
Department of Computer Science and Information Technology
The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology offers multiple undergraduate degrees, a graduate degree and a certificate program. Courses are also provided for computer literacy. All courses within the major and minor must be approved by an academic advisor in accordance with approved curriculum guidelines and must be passed with a grade of C- or higher. Due to the rapidly changing nature of this field of study, any courses more than eight years old cannot be counted towards degree requirements. A double major in computer science and network computing is not offered because of the aligned nature of these two programs.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program follows the traditional computer science curriculum with emphases on mathematics and computing systems theory. It prepares students for career in highly technical areas, such as systems programming and software engineering, or to go on to pursue graduate degrees in computer science or networking.
The program follows the traditional computer science curriculum with emphases on mathematics and computing systems theory. It prepares students for career in highly technical areas, such as systems programming and software engineering, or to go on to pursue graduate degrees in computer science or networking.
The graduate degree in Computer Science is designed for individual who wants to upgrade the knowledge they already have in their field of computer science or those who desire a career change into one of these sought-after fields. With the wide selection of courses, this degree may be shaped as a professional master’s degree as well as a step in pursuing a doctoral degree. The program is designed to accommodate either full- or part-time study, with classes offered in the evenings and on weekends.
A Minor in Computer Science is available to students in related disciplines.
The Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology has flexibility in computer science electives to allow students to focus on courses that meet their specific needs. It offers three optional concentrations – Network Applications, IT Management and Database and Data Assurance. One of these concentrations will appear on a student’s transcripts only if all of its requirements are met. The BA in Information Technology prepares students for a variety of roles in the Information Processing industry.
The Network Computing degree incorporates the required elements of computer science and telecommunications to create a complete and comprehensive program. Additionally, Network Computing students can use computer science courses to complete their required set of electives. The BS in Network Computing prepares individuals to pursue careers in highly technical areas such as systems programming, network design and support and network engineering.
The degree incorporates the required elements of computer science and telecommunications to create a complete and comprehensive program. Additionally, Network Computing students can use computer science courses to complete their required set of electives. The BS in Network Computing prepares individuals to pursue careers in highly technical areas such as systems programming, network design and support and network engineering.
The Bachelor of Professional Studies is a fully accredited undergraduate degree program designed for adults 24 years of age or older. These degrees are considered fast track degrees for adults. This degree typically takes up to one-third less time than a traditional bachelor's degree. Students take the same computer science courses as those pursuing the corresponding BS degrees, but complete their general education requirements in an expedited format. These two degrees are offered by the College of Professional Studies.
