B.S., Major in Computer Science and Informatics
Program Director: Dr. Dave Reed

In an increasingly high-tech world, graduates with knowledge and skills in computing and information technology are always in demand. Computing careers such as software engineer, Web designer, game developer, systems analyst, database manager, and network administrator can be challenging, dynamic, rewarding, and lucrative. The Computer Science & Informatics major provides practical knowledge and skills for the information technology jobs of today, while also building the critical reasoning and communication skills necessary for a career in which learning and adapting to new technologies are essential. A variety of internship opportunities are available, as well as student research experiences for majors pursuing graduate studies.

Computer Science and Informatics Major requirements (41 credits)

• Choose one track from Computer Science or Digital Development

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Computer Science, Design and Journalism required courses
CSC 121	Computers and Scientific Thinking	3
GDE 324	Digital Foundations	3
JRM 215	Media Literacy and Information Concepts	2
JRM 319	Media Writing	3
or JRM 320	Professional Writing
Computer Science and Informatics Major required courses
CSC 221	Introduction to Programming	3
CSC 222	Object-Oriented Programming	3
CSC 599	Senior Capstone	3
Choose one of the following tracks:		21
Computer Science track (21 credits)
CSC 321	Data Structures
CSC 414	Introduction To Computer Organization
CSC 421	Algorithm Design and Analysis
CSC 533	Programming Languages
CSC 548	Software Engineering
CSC Electives 400-level or above (6 credits)
Digital Development track
CSC 551	Web Programming
CSC 581	Mobile App Development
GDE 380	Graphic Design
GDE 382	Web Design
GDE 423	Interaction Design
or JRM 438	Information Ethics
CSC Electives 300-level or above (6 credits)
Total Credits		41

Note: A maximum of 3 credits from CSC 493, CSC 495, CSC 497, and CSC 499 may be applied to the major.