Introduction

The Computer Science (CS) discipline covers a wide range of core aspects such as: understanding and design of computers, theory of computational processes, algorithms and data structures, programming methodologies and languages, and computer organization and architecture. Other areas include artificial intelligence, computer networking and communication, database systems, data science and machine learning, information and cyber security, parallel and distributed computation, computer graphics, operating systems, numerical and symbolic computation, and human-computer interaction. The CS discipline continues to grow with significant advancements and technologies being witnessed. It is expected that a Computer Science program shall cover all core aspects of the discipline, and emphasize on some selected areas of the discipline.

The mission of the computer science program is to provide high quality education in computer science that prepares students for professional careers and postgraduate education, with emphasis on data science and information security.

• Program Accreditation

The undergraduate program Bachelor of Science (BS) in “Computer Science” is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET (https://www.abet.org).

Program Educational Objectives

The undergraduate program of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science is designed to graduate students who are expected to attain (within a few years) of graduation the following PEOs:

1. Have a successful career or pursue an advanced degree in a computing-related area;
2. Work as individuals with minimum guidance and as leaders or members in teams;
3. Follow appropriate professional practices and maintain currency through self-learning or other professional development.

Student Outcomes

The Computer Science (BS) students by the time of graduation will have the ability to:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Requirements

Every student of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Internship Option program must complete the following curriculum: