Nov 05, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Computer Science Major


This major combines courses in practical programming, computer architecture, networking and algorithm design/analysis with an appropriate background in mathematics and theory of computing. Included are classes covering the latest technologies such as mobile devices, internet applications and robotics. This major provides the foundation for a rewarding and productive career in industry as well as strong preparation for graduate school.

All non-teaching majors and minors offered by the department require a 2.00 or higher overall grade point average in required courses and a grade of “C” or better in each required course.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Mathematics and Computer Sciences  department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computerprogrammers…

Total Credits Required 122 Credits


General Education 30-40 Credits


Other Required Courses 30-31 Credits


Mathematics 18-19 Credits

Computer Information Systems, Computer Science and Mathematics Electives 12 Credits

Choose from the following:
  • 4 Credits
  • CS Courses 300 Level 4 Credits or higher
  • Excluding those with middle digit “5” and those courses required in the major.

  • MA Courses 265+ 4 Credits
  • Except MA 331, MA 484 and MA courses withmiddle digit “5” and those courses counted under “Other Required Courses - Mathematics”.

Minor 16 Credits


Mathematics may be declared as a minor and courses under Other Required Courses may count toward that minor.