Program Objectives

The educational objectives of the computer science undergraduate program are to produce graduates who:

• Advance professionally as productive, practicing professionals in computer science and related careers through the continued development of their expertise and skills.
• Further develop their knowledge, skill set, and career opportunities through graduate education and/or professional studies.
• Function effectively as part of a team to succeed in their professional careers.

Measurable Outcomes

The BS-CS program must enable its students to attain, by the time of graduation:

          a.)  An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline

b.)  An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution

c.)  An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs

d.)  An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal

e.)  An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities

f.)   An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

g.)  An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society

h.)  Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development

i.)   An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice

j.)   An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the trade-offs involved in design choices. [CS]

k.)  An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity. [CS]