Jul 13, 2025

2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Computer Science

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The core and distribution requirements for a major in computer science are those listed for baccalaureate degrees. MAT 132 College Algebra II or MAT 141 Accelerated College Algebra or a math placement level of 3 is a prerequisite for COS 130 .

Requirements for Major

Core Curriculum Requirements 57 hour(s)
Electives 21 hour(s)

Major and Supporting Course Requirements

COS 130 Computer Programming Methodology 3 hour(s).
COS 150 Advanced Programming Methodology 3 hour(s).
COS 200 Data Science 3 hour(s).
COS 210 Discrete Structures in Computing 3 hour(s).
COS 230 Data Structures and Algorithms 3 hour(s).
COS 260 Ethical and Professional Issues in Computing 3 hour(s).
COS 311 Computer and Information Security 3 hour(s).
COS 326 Operating Systems 3 hour(s).
COS 327 Network Programming 3 hour(s).
COS 417 Software Security Engineering 3 hour(s).
COS 440 Programming Paradigms 3 hour(s).
COS 450 Introduction to Computer Organization 3 hour(s).
COS 480 Artificial Intelligence 3 hour(s).
COS 492 Capstone Project in Computer Science 3 hour(s).
PHI 357 Formal Logic 3 hour(s).

Computer Science Elective

Choose one of the following:

COS 320 Algorithm Design and Analysis 3 hour(s).
COS 460 Foundations of Computer Systems 3 hour(s).
COS 499 Special Topics 3 hours
Any additional COS prefix course (3 hours) with department permission.

Total hours for the major: 48

Total degree hours: 126

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