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BS in Computer Science

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, which is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org, aims to prepare students for careers within the discipline, and is designed for students who want a maximum technical preparation for their career. Graduates from the program are well-versed in not only the fundamentals but also develop skills in problem solving, logic, organization, and ethics. The program emphasizes the entire scope of computer science, ranging from basic hardware principles through the system and application software levels to the use and management of such systems. The degree has a set of core requirements, major requirements, and directed Electives. The core provides basic coursework to ensure that the graduate is well-rounded as an educated individual. The Major contains those computer science and software engineering courses that are fundamental to the field, regardless of any specialization. The Directed Electives provide depth beyond the Core to support the student’s professional preparation.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science prepares our graduates to reach the following goals 3 to 5 years beyond graduation:

Computer Science graduates will be successful professionals in the field with solid fundamental knowledge of computer science, making valuable technical contributions to the design, development, and production of computing systems and related areas.
Graduates utilize and exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as professional and ethical principles when functioning as members and leaders of multi-disciplinary teams.
Graduates are sufficiently prepared for their first and subsequent positions, as they are independent learners, including being accepted into or completing advanced degree programs.

Upon graduation, students will be able to:

Decompose and solve complex problems through artifacts of computing such as hardware, software specifications, code and other written documents
Demonstrate an understanding of computing principles in the areas of programming, data structures, architecture, systems, graphics, and artificial intelligence and how they relate to computer game design and development
Utilize mathematics and science in game design and development
Apply principles of game design and development to generate a portfolio showcasing their successful industrial experience, research, and/or creative works
Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in historic and emerging domains and genres of computer gaming and interaction
Demonstrate an understanding of social, professional, global, and ethical issues related to computing
Work effectively in teams on system development projects
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

For further information, please contact

Professor Patricia Pierce
Coordinator, BS Computer Science
Email: ppierce@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-3433

Dr Hassan Pournaghshband
Interim Chair, Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Email: hpournag@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-5559