圣约翰大学

Offered by the Collins College of Professional Studies, the program combines solid academic theory with the practical skills and knowledge that are vital to businesses, culture, government and society. Students gain an in-depth understanding of computer architecture, languages and systems areas vital for industry careers, graduate study or research in computer science.

Computer Science

Prepare for rewarding careers in such fields as programming, systems analysis, internet and database technologies, technical sales and consulting. Students also gain excellent preparation for graduate school in computer science, the decision sciences or business.

Computer Science (Business Option)

From major corporations to mid-sized agencies, today’s businesses demand computer professionals to serve as computer programmers for business applications, database administrators, business systems analysts and information technology managers.

Computer Science (Cyber Security Systems Option)

Students prepare to defend sensitive data as a computer system security analyst, cryptanalyst, application security consultant or information assurance engineer.

Computer Science (Healthcare Informatics Option)

Careers associated with this option include healthcare informaticians, healthcare software engineers, healthcare technology support specialists, and health information systems administrators.

Computer Science (Networking and Telecommunications Option)

• Gain the knowledge and skills for information technology careers as a telecommunications analyst, network administrator or telecommunications programmer.

Program Educational Objectives

A few years post graduation, our students will be able to

• Establish careers in the field of computing in a variety of professional roles.
• Further their knowledge and skills through graduate study or professional development programs
• Contribute to the field of computing and to society as entrepreneurs, innovators or researchers.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

SO1: Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions

SO2: Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.

SO3: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.

SO4: Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles

SO5: Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

SO6: Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Program Options

• Business Option
• Computer Security Systems Option
• Networking and Telecommunications Option
• Healthcare Informatics Option