The major at ?is about exploring and creating innovative solutions to complex, real-world problems. The demand for computer science professionals is skyrocketing. As a Computer Science major, students will study step-by-step computational methods for solving problems by encoding, storing, tracking and transforming information. Students will learn the theory, architecture, and application of computers ? how to process information and how to design software (sets of computer instructions) to perform specific functions. Students will also learn how to enable software and computers to learn and adapt on their own. Computer Science is much broader than just programming.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this program, students will be able to:

• understand how to use the mathematical and scientific principles of computing to design and develop software and computing systems.
• work effectively in teams to develop computation solutions to complex problems.
• communicate your technical ideas effectively in writing and verbally.
• confidently pursue graduate studies or professional employment in the computer science field.?

Potential Occupations

Our Computer Science students are in high demand, and the majority find related employment upon graduation. The proven performance of CSU graduates has resulted in annual recruiting visits by a wide variety of companies, government agencies, and research laboratories. Internships are readily available that enhance skills and marketability.

Career opportunities include, but are not limited to: systems programmer, software designer, computer researcher, software engineer, software tester, systems administrator, security systems designer, database programmer, consultant, technical product support personnel, and educator.