The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Computer Science. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.

Credits to Graduate with a BS in Computer Science, Applied Sciences Track

120
A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science in the Applied Science track requires 120 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.

Credits for Major in Computer Science, Applied Sciences Track

66
To qualify as a major, 66 credits are required. 39 credits are required in core courses. 27 credits are needed to complete the specialization in the track.

General Education Credits Required for a BS in Computer Science, Applied Sciences Track

30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.

First Year

Course Credits
CSC 0145-171¹
Introduction to Computer Programming
BS Computer Science/General Education Requirement
4 credits
MTH 0144-141²
Calculus I
BS Computer Science Requirement
4 credits
FYS 0952-110
First Year Seminar
General Education Requirement
4 credits
ENG 0122-107
Art & Craft of Writing
General Education Requirement
3 credits
CSC 0145-190
Computer Science Orientation Seminar
BS Computer Science Requirement
1 credits
16 credits

¹Must Register for matching lecture and lab section.

²To register for this course, student must have earned a grade of C or higher in MTH 140 Precalculus, passed departmental exam or department approval.

Course Credits
CSC 0145-156
Discrete Structures
BS Computer Science/General Education Requirement
3 credits
MTH 0144-142
Calculus II
BS Computer Science/General Education Requirement
4 credits
CSC 0145-175¹
Intermediate Computer Program
BS Computer Science Requirement
4 credits
Humanities Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
MTH 0144-225
Stats & Data Analysis
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
17 credits

¹Must Register for matching lecture and lab section.

Second Year

Course Credits
CSC 0145-270
Survey of Program Languages
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
CSC 0145-263
Database Management System
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
CSC 0145-273
Data Structures
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
PHY 0156-113
Physics Science Majors I
Track/General Education Requirement
4 credits
CSC 0145-275
Operating System Practicum
Track Requirement
1 credits
Global Awareness/Civic Engagement Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
 
3 credits
17 credits
Course Credits
PHY 0156-114
Physics Science Majors II
Track Requirement
4 credits
CHE 0106-111
General Chemistry
Track Requirement
4 credits
Social Science Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Communication Elective
Select 1 course: Written
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Humanities Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
17 credirs
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Third Year

Course Credits
CSC 0145-171¹
Introduction to Computer Programming
BS Computer Science/General Education Requirement
4 credits
MTH 0144-141²
Calculus I
BS Computer Science Requirement
4 credits
FYS 0952-110
First Year Seminar
General Education Requirement
4 credits
ENG 0122-107
Art & Craft of Writing
General Education Requirement
3 credits
CSC 0145-190
Computer Science Orientation SeminarBS Computer Science Requirement
1 credits
16 credits

¹Must Register for matching lecture and lab section.

²To register for this course, student must have earned a grade of C or higher in MTH 140 Precalculus, passed departmental exam or department approval.

Course Credits
MTH 0144-244
Introduction to Differential Equations
Track Requirement
3 credits
Arts Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Global Awareness/Civic Engagement Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Information Literacy Elective
Select 1 course
General Education Requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
15 credits

Fourth Year

Course Credits
CSC 0145-440
Software Engineering
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
CSC 0145-481
Computer Science Seminar I
BS Computer Science Requirement
1 credits
CSC 0145-370
Computer Architecture & Organization
Track Requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
13 credits
Course Credits
CSC 0145-482
Computer Science Seminar II
BS Computer Science Requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
15 credits

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