The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BS-CS) degree program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs.
ABET is the recognized accrediting body for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. This accreditation demonstrates that the program meets established quality standards for professional practice.
Accreditation Details
Program Educational Objectives
The objectives of the B.S. program in Computer Science relate to the abilities of the graduates. The objectives include training students to:
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establish themselves as successful and productive computing professionals or engage in advanced study such as a graduate degree program;
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work effectively both in team environments and as individuals;
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fulfill their responsibilities in the areas of ethics, continuing professional development, and effective written and oral communications.
Student Learning Outcomes
The B.S. in Computer Science degree has the following student learning outcomes. Our program enables students to attain the following skills by the time of graduation:
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analyzing a complex computing problem and applying principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions;
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designing, implementing, and evaluating a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline;
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communicating effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
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recognizing professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles;
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functioning effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline;
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applying computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
“Our approach, the criteria, and processes we use, and the quality we guarantee inspire confidence in the programs we accredit, whose graduates are building a world that’s safer, more efficient, more comfortable, and more sustainable.”
– ABET
