Computer Science, B.A.S.

Location(s): Main Campus and Online

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Program Goals

Students will be able to recall and apply their knowledge of core CS concepts and principles, such as programming languages, data structures, algorithms, software engineering, computer architecture, operating systems, databases, and networks.
Students will comprehend advanced CS ideas, theories, and models, and articulate their significance and limitations in both practical and theoretical contexts.
Students will learn several methods and tools of computer science, such as programming languages, software development environments, data analysis tools, and computer hardware and software systems, and will conduct research and solve problems.
Students will be able to use cutting-edge methods in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Security, Gaming, Data Science and Application Software to create original computer science solutions to difficult problems.

Major Requirements: 49 Credit Hours

Required Core Courses: 34 Credit Hours

ITCS 131 - Introduction to Computer Science Credits: 3 hours
ITCS 230 - Algorithms Design and Analysis Credits: 3 hours
ITCS 232 - Intro to Operating Systems Credits: 3 hours
ITCS 331 - Computer Organization Credits: 3 hours
ITCS 335 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science Credits: 4 hours
ITSI 331 - Networking Credits: 3 hours
ITSS 131 - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming Credits: 3 hours
ITSS 230 - Fundamentals of Databases Credits: 3 hours
ITSS 334 - Web Programming Credits: 3 hours
ITSS 435 - Software Engineering Credits: 3 hours
ITSS 440 - Information Technology Capstone Credits: 3 hours
OR
ITSS 490 - Internship Credits: 3 hours

Required Math Courses: 6 Credit Hours

MATH 132 - College Algebra Credits: 3 hours
MATH 335 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credits: 3 hours

Computer Science Electives: 9 Credit Hours

Elective courses must be chosen from 300/400 level courses outside the student’s selected major or emphasis area. Elective courses cannot simultaneously count toward both the major, emphasis, and/or core requirements.