Program Objectives & Student Outcomes

Bachelor of Science Program Objectives

The Program Educational Objectives for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science are the following.

Upon graduation:

  1. Our graduates will be able to apply theory, techniques, and methodologies to create and/or maintain high quality computing systems that function effectively and reliably in the emerging and future information infrastructure.
    Outcomes (a), (b), (c), (i), (j), (k), (n).
    Outcome (m) for selected students.
  2. Our graduates will be able to work in teams, demonstrate ethical professionalism in their work, and grow professionally while engaging in life-long learning.
    Outcomes (d), (e), (g), (h), (k).
  3. Our graduates perform well in a computer science graduate program or a career in computer science and have the communication skills and quantitative/analytical skills necessary for career advancement.
    Outcomes (a), (f), (j), (l), (o).

Bachelor of Science Student Outcomes

The following outcomes are designed to satisfy specifications required for ABET accreditation and others desired by the Department and University.

  1. An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline:

    CSC 220, 241, 242, 302, 317, 321, 331, 335, 336, 345, 400, 416, 417, 481, 490, 495, 499.

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

    CSC 142, 240, 241, 321, 345, 400, 402, 481, 490.

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

    CSC 142, 321, 331, 345, 400, 402, 481, 490.

  4. An ability to function effectively in teams to accomplish a common goal:

    CSC 301, 302, 402, 496.

  5. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences:

    SPK 208/230; ENG 368/371; CSC 301, 302, 490, 495.

  6. An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities:

    CSC 301, 302, 402, 495.

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

    CSC 301, 402, 495.

  8. Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development:

    CSC 300, 400, 402, 490, 495, 499.

  9. An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practices:

    CSC 141, 142, 240, 302, 321, 345, 416, 417, 481, 490, 495, 499.

  10. 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 tradeoffs involved in design choices:

    CSC 302, 321, 345, 400, 481, 490, 495, 499.

  11. An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity:

    CSC 141, 142, 302, 402, 416, 417, 496.

  12. Upon graduation, Computer Science majors will be well prepared to enter a career or graduate school:

    CSC 400

  13. Selected Computer Science majors will be able to apply their course learnings to research leading either to graduate study or to continuation of research in an industrial setting:

    CSC 490, 499.

  14. All Computer Science majors will demonstrate proficiency in the latest, cutting-edge technology:

    CSC 417, 495, 496.

  15. Students achieve proficiency in calculus, statistics, and discrete mathematics:

    MAT 121, 151, 161; CSC 220, 241.