Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Program Description
Computer science is a dynamic and evolving field that impacts nearly every aspect of modern life. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is designed to equip students with the fundamental knowledge, skills, and communication needed to thrive in the field. The program emphasizes a strong foundation in computer science principles, coupled with hands-on experience and real-world applications. Content includes object-oriented design, human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, mobile application development, software engineering, and cybersecurity. The program prepares students to excel in the challenging world of technology, offering a deep understanding of theoretical concepts and practical skills necessary for professional success.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate proficiency in object-oriented design, human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, mobile application development, software engineering, and cybersecurity.
2. Apply computer science concepts to software design and implementation.
3. Build efficient programs to address business needs.
4. Analyze complex technical problems to implement efficient solutions.
5. Analyze data using appropriate tools and techniques to inform decision-making.
6. Communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Program Content

A minimum of 120.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.

Required Courses

All courses, 67.00 semester credit hours, are required.

IT 101 - MicroComputer Organization Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 105 - Computer Architecture Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 110 - Computer Operating Systems Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 115 - Network Fundamentals Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 204 - Linux System Administration Semester Credit Hours: 4.00
IT 210 - Enterprise Network Engineering Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Or IT 500 Network Engineering
IT 215 - Programming in Python Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 220 - Database Management Systems Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 306 - Virtualization Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 310 - Foundations of Cybersecurity Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 316 - Human Computer Interaction Semester Credit Hours: 3
IT 320 - Fundamentals of Programming Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 340 - Information Systems Management Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 346 - Information Technology Project Management Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Or IT 520 Project Management for Cybersecurity
IT 350 - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Or IT 621 Advanced AI and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
IT 368 - Cloud Computing Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 414 - Object-Oriented Design Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 415 - Algorithm Design and Analysis Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 420 - Mobile Application Development Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
IT 425 - Software Engineering Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Or IT 615 Software Engineering Management
IT 430 - Data Analytics Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
Or IT 611 Big Data Analytics
IT 450 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Practitioner Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

Open Elective Courses

A minimum of 12.00 semester credit hours is required. Eligible students can take approved dual credit graduate level courses to complete a portion of the open electives requirement.

Dual Credit Courses

Eligible students can replace up to 12.00 semester credit hours of the core program requirements with approved dual credit graduate level coursework. A total of 12.00 graduate semester credit hours can be taken throughout the student’s program.

Graduate Program	Applicable Dual Credit Courses
Master of Science in Computer Science	IT 500 Network Engineering IT 611 Big Data Analytics IT 615 Software Engineering Management IT 621 Advanced AI and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Master of Science in Cybersecurity	IT 500 Network Engineering IT 520 Project Management for Cybersecurity

Required Capstone or Internship

3.00 semester credit hours are required.

* Online students in some states may not be allowed to take this internship due to state restrictions.

IT 491 - Information Technology Capstone Project Semester Credit Hours: 3.00
or
IT 499 - Internship in Technology Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

Required Courses in General Education

Students enrolled in this bachelor’s degree must complete a minimum of 36.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for specific information about courses within each discipline. Courses transferred from other accredited colleges may also be used to meet these requirements.

· EN 104 English Composition I, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· EN 111 Information Literacy, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· EN 116 Speech, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· EN 304 English Composition II, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· HU 140 Cultural Diversity, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· HU 240 Introduction to Humanities, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· HU 340 Humanities and Contemporary Popular Culture, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· MA 109 College Algebra, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· MA 320 Statistics, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· SC 270 Environmental Literacy, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· PS 101 Psychology, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

· SS 350 Social Issues and Technology, Semester Credit Hours: 3.00

Personal and Professional Development Courses

All courses, 2.00 semester credit hours, are required.

PD 121 - Professional Development I Semester Credit Hours: 1.00
PD 202 - Professional Development II Semester Credit Hours: 1.00