Computer Science, B.S. Software Development Track

CIP Code: 11.0202

HEGIS Code: 0701

Software developers are creative problem solvers who design, develop, test, and maintain software. They use their creativity and technical skills while applying software engineering principles to help solve new and ongoing problems for an organization. This track provides a foundation in computer science while developing specialized skills in programming, working with a team, and software-related project management.

Computer Science Kernel

To ensure breadth and a solid foundation within the discipline, all students in the major must complete the entirety of the Computer Science Kernel.

Requirements for the Computer Science Kernel (18 credits):

CSIS - 110. Introduction to Computer Science 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 120. Software Development 4 credit(s)
CSIS - 210. Data Structures 4 credit(s)
CSIS - 225. Advanced Programming 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 385. Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 411. Senior Seminar 1 credit(s)

Auxiliary (12-13 credits)*:

MATH - 110. Calculus I 4 credit(s) **
MATH - 120. Calculus II 4 credit(s)
OR
BAAS - 130. Business Mathematics 3 credit(s) ***
BAAS - 140. Quantitative Business Analytics 3 credit(s)
BAAS - 200. Business Statistics I 3 credit(s)
MATH - 250. Discrete Structures 4 credit(s)
* Students planning to complete the Artificial Intelligence or Game Development tracks must take MATH-110 and MATH-120.
** Placement into MATH-110 is made based on the results of a test administered by the Mathematics Department, and a Precalculus course may be required prior to taking MATH-110.
*** BAAS-130 has a prerequisite of BAAS-105, but that prerequisite can be waived with evidence of sufficient mathematics background.

Software Development Track

Requirements for the Software Development Track (21-22 credits):

CSIS - 350. Database Management Systems 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 390. Web Application Development 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 410. Software Engineering I 3 credit(s)
CSIS - 415. Software Engineering II 3 credit(s)
SCDV - 480. Internship in Science 1-3 credit(s) OR
Any 3-4 credit CSIS course numbered CSIS-300 or higher 3-4 credit(s)
Six additional CSIS credits at the 300-level or higher 6 credit(s)

Auxiliary (3 credits):

BAAS - 210. Business Statistics II 3 credit(s) OR
MATH - 275. Introductory Statistics with Computation 3 credit(s)