Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Our computer science curriculum is consistent with the principles of a liberal education while providing a meaningful preparation for graduate school, professional programs or the work environment. The curriculum reaches across the aisle to other departments and divisions at the college to make meaningful connections for all of the liberal arts. The course load is appropriate for students double-majoring in other subjects at the College.

Foundational courses  are the gateway to the major. Prospective majors should begin with CSI 111 Computer Science I.  Many CSI upper-level courses require MAT 240 Discrete Mathematics/CSI 240 Discrete Mathematics Discrete Mathematics; students are encouraged to take these courses during their freshman or sophomore year, after successfully completing either MAT 111 Differential Calculus, or MAT 106 Stretch Differential Calculus I / MAT 107 Stretch Differential Calculus IIor CSI 111 Computer Science I. Students should pass prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher. 

Computer Science Major Requirements

Students should begin computer science sequence with CSI 111 Computer Science I; however, students who earn computer science advanced placement credit who may start at a higher level and are encouraged to consult with the Department Chair.

The BS in Computer Science consists of 12 courses (counting the senior capstone experience): Total Credits = 48 credits

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Foundational and Core Courses		28
CSI 111	Computer Science I
CSI 112	Computer Science II
CSI 210	Object Oriented Programming
CSI/MAT 240	Discrete Mathematics
CSI 320	Theory of Computation
CSI 380	Design & Analysis of Algorithms
CSI 460	Software Engineering
Three Electives		12
Three Electives chosen from CSI courses numbered 200 and above or any other course approved by the department chair
Select 1 Math Course From Below		4
MAT 106 & MAT 107	Stretch Differential Calculus I and Stretch Differential Calculus II
MAT 109	Statistical Inference & Data Analysis I
MAT 111	Differential Calculus
MAT 280	Linear Algebra
Senior Capstone Experience (CSI SCE)		2-4
Total Credits		46-48

Completion of a three-course track which may include courses listed above: 

• A track is a set of three related courses, mutually agreed upon by the student and their computer science advisor (with final approval by the Chair).
• Track courses may include major requirements, computer science electives, or courses outside computer science.
• Track requirements will usually be satisfied by courses that are also used to meet other requirements, such as computer science electives. There is no restriction against courses counting towards the track and something else.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Systems Track
CSI 250	Intro Comp Organization & Architecture
CSI 430	Operating Systems
CSI 440	Computer Networks
Data Science Track
MAT 109	Statistical Inference & Data Analysis I
CSI 220	Data Science
CSI 360	Machine Learning
Software Track
CSI 330	GUI and Mobile Programming
CSI 380	Design & Analysis of Algorithms
CSI 460	Software Engineering
Agents Track
CSI 310	Database Systems
CSI 360	Machine Learning
CSI 420	Artificial Intelligence
Electronics Track
CSI 250	Intro Comp Organization & Architecture
MAT 210	Multivariable Calculus
PHY 252	Scientific Modeling & Data Analysis
Cybersecurity Track
CSI 250	Intro Comp Organization & Architecture
CSI 440	Computer Networks
MAT 310	Differential Equations
Games & Graphics Track
CSI 104	Introduction to Game Design
CSI 330	GUI and Mobile Programming
CSI 410	Computer Graphics