Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Computational Science -
Students will be able to identify ideas and techniques, including precision of numerical representation, error analysis, numerical techniques, parallel architectures and algorithms, modeling and simulation, information visualization, software engineering, and optimization. Students will recognize how other areas of computer science require the ability to work with concepts from such areas as set theory, logic, graph theory, and probability theory, as well as will be able to create and understand mathematically rigorous proofs in areas such as data structures, algorithms, formal specification, verification, and databases. Students will employ graph theory concepts in networks and operating systems, utilize set theory concepts in software engineering and in databases, and apply probability theory in several computing applications.

• Create optimal mathematical models (e.g. graphs, sets, probabilities, etc.) that represent a variety of real-world problems requiring a computational solution.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions (CS). (ABET 6)
• Select and utilize data structures appropriate for a variety of design concepts, principles, tools, and problem-solving strategies.
• Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. (ABET 1)

Information Assurance and Security -
Students will identify the set of controls and processes both technical and policy intended to protect and defend information, information management, and information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, and confidentiality and providing for non-repudiation. Students will demonstrate the possession of basic needed knowledge, skills, and abilities to protect information systems and attest to the assurance of the past and current state of processes and data.

• Implement security measures in code to protect information systems.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. (ABET 4)

Professionalism and Ethics -
Students will be able to understand the social and professional contexts of information technology and computing and adhere to ethical codes of conduct. Students will research the historical, social, professional, ethical and legal aspects of computing. They will identify how teamwork is integrated throughout IT and how IT supports an organization, as well as realize the importance of professional oral and written communication skills.

• Examine the historical, social, ethical and legal aspects of the profession.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (ABET 3)
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. (ABET 5)