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Computer Science
| Overview |
| This major combines professional preparation with a liberal
arts education. The
student has the option of graduating with a Bachelor of Science
degree or with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Additionally,
graduates will possess a solid foundation for success in a
graduate program in Computer Science. |
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What I will learn |
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Majors in Computer Science will have a working knowledge of basic
computer-science principles and computing practices as demonstrated in
their use of technology to produce a paper or presentation in their
major area. Majors will learn to deal with different operating systems
and computer architectures. Majors will demonstrate proficiency in
problem-solving, software de-sign and development, data structures,
algorithms, computer organization and computer architecture; will write,
document and test programs, in a variety of programming languages,
supporting different programming paradigms; will be proficient in at
least one (in-demand) programming language; will understand the software
development process. Majors will be prepared to pursue graduate work in
computer science and will demonstrate the ability to under-stand, write
about, and speak about the social and ethical issues of computing.
Majors will be able to adapt to the constantly changing environments in
the computer industry and will be prepared to learn new skills as
required in a continually changing discipline. |
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What are some possible entry-level careers with a degree in this
field? |
| A student completing this major is qualified for employment
in business or industry in entry level positions requiring
application programming, working knowledge of computing systems,
and use of commercial software packages. |
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