Accreditation

ABET, Inc., is the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering and technology. ABET is a federation of more than 25 professional and technical societies representing these fields. Among the most respected accreditation organizations in the U.S., ABET has provided leadership and quality assurance in higher education for over 70 years. ABET is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Visit ABET on the web at www.abet.org.

 

 

Computer Science

Program Objectives

Graduates of the Computer Science program will:

1. Solve technical problems requiring critical and creative thinking in traditional and innovative Computer Science applications.
2. Act as a leader in an ethical and professional manner while considering both the local and global impact of decisions.
3. Demonstrate technical and non-technical skills, such as collaboration, communication and resourcefulness, in working effectively across diverse groups.
4. Continue to grow throughout their careers.

Program Outcomes

At graduation, students from the Computer Science program will be able to:

• (a) apply knowledge of computing and of mathematics appropriate to Computer Science.
• (b) analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
• (c) design, implement and evaluate a program to meet desired needs.
• (d) function effectively on multi-disciplinary teams and lead a technical activity.
• (e) understand professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in computing.
• (f) communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• (g) based on a broad education, understand the global, economic, environmental, and societal impacts of a computing solution.
• (h) recognize the need for, and demonstrate an ability to engage in, continuing life-long learning.
• (i) use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practices.
• (j) apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of software and demonstrate the comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
• (k) apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

 

Computer Systems Engineering

Program Objectives

Graduates of the Computer Systems Engineering program will:

1. Solve technical problems requiring critical and creative thinking in traditional and innovative Computer Systems Engineering applications.
2. Act as a leader in an ethical and professional manner while considering both the local and global impact of decisions.
3. Demonstrate technical and non-technical skills, such as collaboration, communication and resourcefulness, in working effectively across diverse groups.
4. Continue to grow throughout their careers.

Program Outcomes

At graduation, students from the Computer Systems Engineering program will be able to :

• (a) apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and computer science to solve technical problems.
• (b) design and conduct a computer systems experiment, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• (c) design a computing solution to meet desired needs within realistic constraints.
• (d) function effectively on multi-disciplinary teams and lead a technical activity.
• (e) analyze and solve computer systems problems.
• (f) understand professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in computing.
• (g) communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• (h) based on a broad education, understand the global, economic, environmental, and societal impacts of a computing solution.
• (i) recognize the need for, and demonstrate an ability to engage in, life-long learning.
• (j) demonstrate a knowledge of local, national and global contemporary issues in computing and engineering.
• (k) use modern engineering techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computer systems engineering practice.