1. Apply knowledge of computing, mathematical and scientific reasoning to a variety of computational problems while analyzing and developing solutions.
2. Develop proficiency in the practice of computing by applying the fundamental principles and methods of Computer Science to a wide range of applications and Design.
3. Use problem-solving skills and the knowledge of computer science to solve real problems by using current techniques, skills and tools necessary for computing practice.
4. Think critically and creatively, both independently and with others while working and communicating effectively on teams both orally and in writing to design and implement solutions to computational problems
Major Code: 1701S
**Alternative plans of study available by contacting your advisor
Fall Semester Freshman Year
| MATH 170 | Calculus 1* | 5 Credits |
| COMS 229 | Computer Science and Programming 1 | 4 Credits |
| COMS 229L | Computer Science & Programming 1 Lab* | 0 Credits |
| GNED 101 | Introduction to General Education | 3 Credits |
| SCIG GE | Any Gen. Ed. Science Course | 4 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Spring Semester Freshman Year
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I | 3 Credits |
| MATH 175 | Calculus 2* | 4 Credits |
| COMS 250 | Computer Science and Programming 2 | 4 Credits |
| COMS 250L | Computer Science & Programming 2 Lab* | 0 Credits |
| HUMA GE | Any Gen. Ed. Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| WELL | Wellness | 2 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Fall Semester Sophomore Year
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 102 | Writing and Rhetoric II* | 3 Credits |
| MATH 176 | Discrete Mathematics* | 4 Credits |
| SOCS GE | Any Gen. Ed. Social and Behavioral Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| PROG ELEC | Program Electives | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Spring Semester Sophomore Year
| SOCS GE2 | Any 2nd Gen. Ed. Social and Behavioral Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| HUMA GE2 | Any 2nd Gen. Ed. Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing Course | 3 Credits |
| PHYS 211 | Physics Scientists & Engineers 1* | 5 Credits |
| PHYS 211L | Physic Scientists & Engineers 1 Lab* | 0 Credit |
| | OR | |
| CHEM 111 | General Chemistry I* | 5 Credits |
| CHEM 111L | General Chemistry 1 Lab* | 0 Credits |
| PROG ELEC | Program Electives | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Science courses must be from 2 different disciplines.
Social Science courses must be from 2 different disciplines.
Humanities courses must be from 2 different disciplines.
*Prerequisite or Corequisite required
PROGRAM ELECTIVES
| COMS 260 | Comp. Organization & Architecture* | 3 Credits |
| BUSA 207 | Business Statistics for Decision Making I* | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 202 | Technical Communication* | 3 Credits |
| MATH 230 | Introduction to Linear Algebra* | 3 Credits |
| MATH 275 | Calculus 3* | 4 Credits |
| MATH 310 | Ordinary Differential Equations* | 3 Credits |
| COMS 253 | Intro to Systems Programming* | 3 credits |