Computer Science
With a strong foundation in technical skill, ethics, and emerging technologies, Valpo computer science students graduate ready for the future of tech.
About Our Computer Science Program
General Information
In order to begin courses in this program, a student must place into MATH 115 or higher. As part of the major, students must eventually complete math courses through Calculus I (MATH 131) in addition to statistics and Discrete Math (MATH 220).
Rooted in Valpo鈥檚 values, the College of Arts and Sciences encourages students to grow intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually. All computer science students, except those enrolled in Christ College 鈥 The Honors College, must complete the University-wide core curriculum, 黑料网 Experience (VUE). These intentional courses are designed to strengthen communication, inspire critical thinking, and support cultural awareness. These are essential, highly valued skills that computer science graduates will carry with them into their careers and everyday lives.
黑料网鈥檚 program allows students to pursue either a bachelor of arts a bachelor of science in computer science, depending on their professional interests and complementary major or minor. The bachelor of arts requires 32 credits of computer science courses while the bachelor of science requires 36 鈥 in which two-thirds of all courses are exploratory electives. Both tracks take students through all dimensions of computer science, as well as a seminar in professional practices that prepares graduates for communicating in professional settings.
Computer Science, B.A. and Computer Science, B.S.
| Major Requirements | Min 32 Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CS 157 | Algorithms and Programming | Cr. 3 |
| CS 158 | Algorithms and Abstract Data Types | Cr. 3 |
| CS 493 | Seminar in Professional Practices | Cr. 2 |
| At least 12 additional credits must be from computer science or allowed elective courses numbered 300 or above. |
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| All remaining credits must be from computer science or allowed elective courses numbered 200 or above. |
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| One Course from the Following Options: | ||
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| MATH 126 | Calculus and Functions Part II | Cr. 4 |
| MATH 131 | Calculus I | Cr. 4 |
| Additional Requirements: | ||
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| MATH 220 | Discrete Mathematics | Cr. 3 |
| Non-computer science courses permitted to be taken as computer science electives: | ||
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| DATA 151 | Introduction to Data Science | Cr. 3 |
| ECE 221 | Digital Logic Design | Cr. 3 |
| MATH 371 | Experimental Mathematics | Cr. 3 |
| DATA 374 | Computational Linear Algebra | Cr. 3 |
| DATA 433 | Data Mining and Applications | Cr. 3 |
In addition to the major requirements listed above, students pursuing a bachelor of science in computer science must complete CS 250 and one of the following options: CS 354 and CS 356 or CS 372.
Non-Majors Welcome!
The 15-credit minor in computer science is a flexible program of study that establishes competency in core areas and allows students freedom in selecting elective courses for further study. Faculty advisors can help students find courses that complement their majors and interests.
| Course No. | ||
|---|---|---|
| CS 157 | Algorithms and Programming | 3 Cr. |
| CS 158 | Algorithms and Abstract Data Types | 3 Cr. |
| Electives | At least nine credits from computer science courses numbered 200 or above. | 9 Cr. |
| Total | 15 Cr. |
Computing is a powerful tool that has transformed research and practice in many fields. To encourage students in other disciplines to learn valuable computing skills, the Valpo CIS department makes an effort to remove barriers to non-majors. Many upper-level CS courses require only a single prerequisite course.
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