Nov 23, 2024

2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog

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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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

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71-78 credits (no minor required)

2.5 GPA required.

C grade or better required in major courses.

Students are allowed to attempt CS courses at most 3x including withdrawals.

Computer Science - Applied CS Bioinformatics (Math 115) Major Map

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

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

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

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

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

Computer science majors choose between two options: Computer Science (CS) and Applied Computer Science (ACS). Both options require a common core set of courses designed to give students a fundamental understanding of both theoretical and applied computer science, and an introduction to current topics and practices in the industry. Upper-level courses within each option build on these concepts to provide depth in particular areas. As such, all computer science majors are prepared for computer science careers and, if they desire, further graduate study in computer-related fields.

Computer Science Core (38 credits)

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

Applied Computer Science Required Courses (12-13 credits)

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

Choose one

MATH 140 - Applied Calculus (3 credits)
MATH 212 - Calculus I (4 credits)

Choose One Emphasis Area (18-24 credits)

Bioinformatics Emphasis (23-24 credits)

Choose one Bioinformatics option:

Option 1 (Bioinformatics)

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

Note

* also count towards GEP GOAL 3

Option 2 (Bioinformatics)

CS 368 - Introduction to Bioinformatics (4 credits)
BIOL 209 - Microbiology (3 credits)
BIOL 211 - Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) *
BIOL 212 - Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) *
BIOL 241 - Basics of Life (4 credits) *
CHEM 210 - General, Organic, and Biochemistry (5 credits) *

Note

* also count toward GEP GOAL 3

Computer Information Systems Emphasis (21 credits)

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

Note

* also count toward GEP GOAL areas

Note

* also counts toward GEP GOAL 5

Electives (3 credits)

Choose from Computer Science Electives list below.

Computer Science Electives

CS 344 - Introduction to Web Programming (3 credits)
CS 345 - Mobile Application Development (3 credits)
CS 366 - Topics in Emerging Computing Technologies (1-3 credits)
CS 368 - Introduction to Bioinformatics (4 credits)
CS 405 - Operating Systems (3 credits)
◎ CS 411 - Software Quality (3 credits)
CS 413 - Advanced Networking and Telecommunications (3 credits)
CS 415 - Principles of Programming Languages (3 credits)
CS 420 - Computer Architecture (3 credits)
CS 423 - Computer and Network Security (3 credits)
CS 430 - Computer Graphics (3 credits)
CS 433 - Digital Image Processing (3 credits)
CS 435 - Theory of Computation (3 credits)
CS 440 - Theory of Algorithms (3 credits)
CS 444 - Human Computer Interaction (3 credits)
CS 445 - Artificial Intelligence (3 credits)
◎ CS 447 - Machine Learning (3 credits)
CS 450 - Compilers (3 credits)
CS 465 - Topics: Computing Theory (1-3 credits)
CS 466 - Topics: General Computing Applications (1-3 credits)
CS 467 - Topics: Information Systems Applications (1-3 credits)
CS 472 - Reusable Software Architectures (3 credits)
CS 476 - Distributed Systems: Concepts and Design (3 credits)
CS 482 - Internet/Web Architecture and Development (3 credits)
CS 485 - Database Systems Design (3 credits)
CS 491 - Practicum in Computer Science (3 or 6 credits) *
△ CS 495 - Computer Science Research Seminar (3 credits)
PHYS 332 - Digital Circuits (3 credits)
PHYS 333 - Microprocessor Electronics (3 credits)

Note

* Only 3 credits may be applied to major or minor.

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.

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◎ = Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive

✽ = Physical Development and Wellness Graduation Requirement

✪ = Civic Engagement and Service Learning

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

Computer Science Core (38 credits)

Applied Computer Science Required Courses (12-13 credits)

Choose one

Choose One Emphasis Area (18-24 credits)

Bioinformatics Emphasis (23-24 credits)

Option 1 (Bioinformatics)

Note

Option 2 (Bioinformatics)

Note

Computer Information Systems Emphasis (21 credits)

Note

Human Computer Interaction Emphasis (18 credits)

Choose 9 credits

Choose 6 credits

Note

Electives (3 credits)

Computer Science Electives

Note

Graduate School Recommendations

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