Computer Science, B.A.

Professors: Jie Liu, Scot Morse
Associate professors: Breeann Flesch, Becka Morgan, Thaddeus Shannon, Yanwei Wu

Assistant professor: Lucas Cordova

Mission

Founded in 1980, the WOU Computer Science program blends instruction of theoretical and practical aspects of computing, with an emphasis on the practical. Our graduates demonstrate a solid foundation in core concepts, problem solving and decision-making skills, preparing graduates who will be productive employees as software engineers and lifelong learners. As part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, students select from a wide-variety of minors. The major and minor combination provides unique employment opportunities for our graduates.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate expertise in software engineering practices.
Master software development and project management tools consistent with current industry standards.
Exhibit autodidactic qualities through individual studies, group projects and research opportunities.

Core Courses

CS 160 Survey of Computer Science Credits: 4
CS 161 Computer Science I Credits: 4
CS 162 Computer Science II Credits: 4
CS 260 Data Structures Credits: 4
CS 271 Computer Organization Credits: 4
CS 360 Programming Languages Credits: 4
CS 361 Algorithms Credits: 4
CS 363 Information Assurance and Security Credits: 4
CS 364 Information Management Credits: 4
CS 365 Operating Systems and Networking Credits: 4
CS 460 Software Engineering I Credits: 4
CS 461 Software Engineering II Credits: 4
CS 462 Software Engineering III Credits: 4
IS 278 Networks Credits: 4

Computer Science Elective Credits: 8

Choose courses above CS 400

Mathematics Credits: 12

MTH 231 Elements of Discrete Mathematics I Credits: 4
and MTH 232 Elements of Discrete Mathematics II Credits: 4
or
MTH 251 Calculus I Credits: 4
and MTH 252 Calculus II Credits: 4
MTH 354 Applied Discrete Mathematics Credits: 4

Intellectual and Experiential Breadth Credits: 11-12

Complement your program of study in Computer Science with one (1) of the following:

Language Study: 11-12 credits (in an additional language or linguistics)
Writing: 11-12 (choose at least three of the following courses: CS 340 , CJ 267 , WR 230 , WR 300 , WR 301 , WR 302 , WR 400 , WR 402 , WR 405 )
Cultural Study: 11-12 (choose at least three of the following courses: ANTH 216 , ANTH 370 , ANTH 372 , GEOG 107 , GEOG 327 , GEOG 330, GEOG 411 , GEOG 433 , SSC 201 , SOC 225 , SOC 360 , SOC 465 , HST 203 , HST 404 , HST 405 , PS 436 )
System Solutions: 11-12 (choose at least three of the following courses: CJ 444 , CS 340 , GEOG 341 , IS 345 , IS 350 , IS 355 , IS 470 , SOC 320 , SOC 340 )
International Experience or Applied Studies Credits: 11-12 (consult with you advisor regarding possible programs and credit options, including study abroad, international field schools, pratica, internships or independent research)