BS in CS Program Objectives and Student Outcomes

Program Educational Objectives

After graduation, graduates will:

1. Be well prepared for a professional career or graduate studies in computer science.
   
   
2. Be able to apply computer science principles to real-world problems.
   
   
3. Have the skills to work effectively within an organization.
   
   
4. Understand ethical, professional and social issues related to the practice of their profession.
   
   
5. Engage in continuous learning.

Student Outcomes

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

1. An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
   
   
2. An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
   
   
3. An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
   
   
4. An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
   
   
5. An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
   
   
6. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
   
   
7. An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.
   
   
8. Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
   
   
9. An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
   
   
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.
    
    
11. An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.