Computer Science Programs

Computer science is developed to be the systematic study of computing system and computation. The body of knowledge resulting from this discipline contains theories for understanding computer systems and methods design methods, algorithms, and tools methods for testing of concepts methods of analysis and verification and knowledge representation and implementation. Moreover, it goes all the way to cutting-edge developments in robotics, computer vision, intelligent systems, bioinformatics, and other exciting areas. We can think of the work of computer scientists as falling into three categories.

• They design and implement software. Computer scientists take on challenging programming jobs. They also supervise other programmers, keeping them aware of new approaches.
• They devise new ways to use computers. Progress in the CS areas of networking, database, and human-computer-interface enabled the development of the World Wide Web. Now CS researchers are working with scientists from other fields to make robots become practical and intelligent aides, to use databases to create new knowledge, and to use computers to help decipher the secrets of our DNA.
• They develop effective ways to solve computing problems. For example, computer scientists develop the best possible ways to store information in databases, send data over networks, and display complex images. Their theoretical background allows them to determine the best performance possible, and their study of algorithms helps them to develop new approaches that provide better performance.

Computer science spans the range from theory through programming. Curricula that reflect this breadth are sometimes criticized for failing to prepare graduates for specific jobs. While other disciplines may produce graduates with more immediately relevant job-related skills, computer science offers a comprehensive foundation that permits graduates to adapt to new technologies and new ideas.

Computer Science Program Objectives:

The computer science program at CCIT graduates distinguished members in the field of computer science, who within a few years of graduation, fulfill societal needs and:

1. Have successful careers in computer science through the application of their expertise in a wide range of industries.

2. Advance their technical skills through continuous learning, research, and/or graduate studies.

3. Further enhance their skills in communication, teamwork, leadership, and time management and commit to ethical, legal, and societal considerations.

Computer Science Student Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will have an 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.