Computer Information Science Major, B.S.

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General Information:

Bachelor of Science

The objectives of the Computer Science, Computer Information Science, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence majors are that students will:

acquire the computational and analytical skills required to apply for and complete graduate school, in the context of a broad, liberal arts education (Academic);
develop a strong work ethic to use effectively the computational and analytical skills expected within the scientific and business computer industry (Vocational);
address ethical and societal issues affecting the computing field from a Christian worldview (Christian);
develop an appreciation for and love of their country and the opportunities it provides (Patriotic);
value excellence and the setting of high personal standards for the quality of their work (Cultural).

Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in upper division computer science and data science courses to graduate with a major in computer science, computer information science, or data science and artificial intelligence. All prerequisite courses require a grade of C- or better.

Cross majors between Computer Science, Computer Information Science, and Data Science and Artificial Intelligence are not permitted. Computer Science and Computer Information Science majors may pursue the Data Science minor. Data Science and Artificial Intelligence majors may not pursue minors in Computer Science or Computer Information Science.

Computer Information Science Major Requirements: 48 credit hours

General Education Courses Specified by Major:

Required Major Courses: 30 credit hours

Required Collateral Courses: 18 credit hours

Choose One Communication Elective:

Note:

* CSC 443 and CSC 463 must be taken in consecutive semesters.