May 29, 2025

2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

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2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Science - Applied Computer Science (CSAC) - BS Major

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68-69 S.H. (no minor required)

2.5 GPA required.

C grade or better required in major courses.

Applied Computer Science - Bioinformatics (Math 115) Major Map

Applied Computer Science - Bioinformatics (Math 140+) Major Map

Applied Computer Science - Computer Information Systems (Math 115) Major Map

Applied Computer Science - Computer Information Systems (Math 140+) Major Map

Applied Computer Science - Human Computer Interaction (Math 115) Major Map

Applied Computer Science - Human Computer Interaction (Math 140+) Major Map

Computer Science

Required Core Courses (38 S.H.)

CS 101 - Exploring Creative Computing (3 S.H.)
CS 234 - Algorithms and Problem-Solving I (4 S.H.)
CS 250 - Algorithms and Problem-Solving II (4 S.H.)
CS 275 - Mathematical Foundations of Algorithms (4 S.H.)
CS 313 - Networking and Telecommunications (3 S.H.)
◆ CS 341 - Data Structures (4 S.H.)
CS 375 - Computer Systems (4 S.H.)
△ CS 385 - Applied Database Management Systems (3 S.H.)
△ CS 410 - Software Engineering (3 S.H.)
◎ CS 471 - Object Oriented Design and Development (3 S.H.)
STAT 210 - Statistics (3 S.H.)

Computer Science Electives

CS 344 - Introduction to Web Programming (3 S.H.)
CS 345 - Mobile Application Development (3 S.H.)
CS 366 - Topics in Emerging Computing Technologies (1-3 S.H.)
CS 368 - Introduction to Bioinformatics (4 S.H.)
CS 369 - Spatial Information Processing (3 S.H.)
CS 405 - Operating Systems (3 S.H.)
◎ CS 411 - Software Testing (3 S.H.)
CS 413 - Advanced Networking and Telecommunications (3 S.H.)
CS 415 - Principles of Programming Languages (3 S.H.)
CS 420 - Computer Architecture (3 S.H.)
CS 423 - Computer and Network Security (3 S.H.)
CS 425 - Numerical Analysis (4 S.H.)
CS 430 - Computer Graphics (3 S.H.)
CS 433 - Digital Image Processing (3 S.H.)
CS 435 - Theory of Computation (3 S.H.)
CS 440 - Theory of Algorithms (3 S.H.)
CS 444 - Human Computer Interaction (3 S.H.)
CS 445 - Artificial Intelligence (3 S.H.)
CS 450 - Compilers (3 S.H.)
CS 465 - Topics: Computing Theory (1-3 S.H.)
CS 466 - Topics: General Computing Applications (1-3 S.H.)
CS 467 - Topics: Information Systems Applications (1-3 S.H.)
CS 472 - Reusable Software Architectures (3 S.H.)
CS 476 - Distributed Systems: Concepts and Design (3 S.H.)
CS 482 - Internet/Web Architecture and Development (3 S.H.)
CS 485 - Database Systems Design (3 S.H.)
CS 491 - Practicum in Computer Science (3-6 S.H.) ‡
△ CS 495 - Computer Science Research Seminar (3 S.H.)
PHYS 332 - Digital Circuits (3 S.H.)
PHYS 333 - Microprocessor Electronics (3 S.H.)

Note

‡ Only 3 credits may be applied to the major or minor.

Applied Computer Science (30-31 S.H.)

Required Courses (12 S.H.)

CS 344 - Introduction to Web Programming (3 S.H.)
CS 444 - Human Computer Interaction (3 S.H.)
CS 485 - Database Systems Design (3 S.H.)

Math (3-4 S.H.)

Choose one:

MATH 140 - Applied Calculus (3 S.H.)
MATH 212 - Calculus I (4 S.H.)

Electives (3 S.H.)

Choose from “Computer Science Electives” list above

Choose One Emphasis Area (15-16 S.H.)

Bioinformatics Emphasis (16 S.H.)

CS 368 - Introduction to Bioinformatics (4 S.H.)
BIOL 241 - Basics of Life (4 S.H.)
BIOL 242 - Organismal Diversity (4 S.H.)
◆ BIOL 310 - Genetics (3 S.H.)
CHEM 212 - Principles of Chemistry I (4 S.H.) *
CHEM 213 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 S.H.) *

Note

* 1 S.H. counts in major; 7 S.H. count as GEP GOAL 3 requirements and not counted in major.

Computer Information Systems Emphasis (15 S.H.)

ACCT 211 - Financial Accounting Principles (3 S.H.)
ACCT 212 - Managerial Accounting Principles (3 S.H.)
300/400-level course from College of Business (3 S.H.)
300/400-level CS course (6 S.H.)
ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics (3 S.H.) *
ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3 S.H.) *

Note

* credits count as GEP GOAL 5 requirements and not counted in major.

Human Computer Interaction Emphasis (15 S.H.)

PSY 335 - Human Factors Psychology (3 S.H.)
PSY 369 - Cognitive Psychology (3 S.H.)
PSY 410 - Sensation and Perception (3 S.H.)
CS or Graphic Design courses (6 S.H.) *
PSY 210 - Introduction to Psychological Science (3 S.H.) **

Note

* no more than 3 S.H. from Graphic Design electives
** 3 S.H. count as GEP GOAL 5 requirement and not counted in major

Graduate School Recommendations

Students who intend to attend graduate school in computer science will need to complete the following:
- MATH 212 - Calculus I and MATH 213 - Calculus II in place of (or in addition to) MATH 140 - Applied Calculus
- CS 405 - Operating Systems , CS 415 - Principles of Programming Languages , and CS 435 - Theory of Computation (may count as electives)
It is also recommended that students who intend to study in a bioinformatics graduate program take more biology and chemistry courses, such as △ BIOL 308 - Cell Biology , BIOL 430 - Molecular Biology , and CHEM 351 - Principles of Organic Chemistry II as open electives.

Legend

◎ = Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive

✽ = Physical Development and Wellness Graduation Requirement

✪ = Civic Engagement and Service Learning

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