BS in Computer Science Objectives & Outcomes

Educational Program Objectives

Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

1. Be well prepared for a professional career or graduate studies in information technology.

2. Apply information technology principles to solve real-world problems.

3. Work effectively within an organization and function as contributing members of teams.

4. Demonstrate ethical, professional, and societal responsibilities related to the practice of their profession.

5. Engage in continuous learning and professional development throughout their careers.

Student Outcomes

The program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement and evaluate a computational solution to a set of requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.