Major Requirements
There are two concentrations for this major: computing and data analytics. The computing concentration will prepare students with the necessary technical skills to serve the computing needs of any discipline. A concentration in data analytics would offer students the opportunity to build a foundational understanding of the ideas, concepts, and techniques that are central to using data in research and decision-making.
The requirements for a major in computer science are 46-53 credits:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Supporting Courses | ||
| MATH 121 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Core Courses | ||
| CSC 125 | Introduction to Computer Science | 4 |
| CSC 225 | Fundamental Structures | 4 |
| DATA 200 | Introduction to Data Analytics | 4 |
| CSC 310 | Web Design and Programming | 3 |
| CSC 330 | Introduction to Database Management | 3 |
| CSC 430 | Principles of Programming Languages | 3 |
| CSC 445 | Intro to Computer Security | 3 |
| Interdisciplinary Electives | ||
| Select 3-4 credits from the following: | 3-4 | |
| Digital Design | ||
| Web and User Experience Design I | ||
| Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) | ||
| Doing Digital History | ||
| Operations Management/Research | ||
or BUSN 460 | Operations Mgmt/Research | |
| Concentration | ||
| Computer science majors must select one concentration from the following: | 15-21 | |
Computing | ||
Data Analytics | ||
| Total Hours | 46-53 | |
Concentrations for a Major in Computer Science
Computing Concentration
Computing Concentration requires 18-21 credits:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 340 | Principles of Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSC 420 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC 470 | Applied Software Project | 3 |
| 3 computer science elective courses numbered 200 or above | 9-12 | |
| Total Hours | 18-21 | |
Data Analytics Concentration
Data Analytics Concentration requires 15-16 credits:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 12 credits of data elective courses numbered 300 or above | 12 | |
| One computer science elective course numbered 200 or above | 3-4 | |
| Total Hours | 15-16 | |
Degree and Graduation Requirements
In addition to the program-specific requirements listed above, all students must complete the graduation requirements specified for their degree. See the Degree and Graduation Requirements section for more information.