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A Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Computer Science prepares students for careers in virtually any industry or to continue on with graduate study in Computer Science and many other fields. Computer science students learn to approach problems from a computational (algorithmic) point of view, and this approach to problem solving often leads to better and more general solutions. Software systems, information technology, and large scale data applications are core technologies in every area and the applications continue to grow with software and information systems becoming more and more embedded in the fabric of everyday life. These systems are essential tools in science and engineering, for business and finance, government, communications, medicine, and entertainment. Software systems make the world go round and smart devices, such as phones, tablets, glasses, wearable devices, medical implants are ubiquitous. As a result, computer science has grown from a specialized field to an independent, broadly based area that studies all aspects of the use and understanding of software systems, information, and computational processes. Students studying B.S. in Computer Science at the University of Wyoming can study for the B.S. degree in Computer Science and have the option to focus their studies by taking a concentration in Business, Big Data, or the Cybersecurity certificate. The Cybersecurity certificate captures core technical cyber security foundations and principles, from databases and networks to advanced threat detection and mitigation. All of the Computer Science concentrations lead to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and all programs are ABET accredited.

Program Objectives

The following are the measurable objectives for graduated computer science students (ABET Standards):

• Have successfully applied the fundamentals of computer science to solve software-oriented computing problems.
• Have effectively communicated within and outside the discipline and work effectively with others.
• Have extended their knowledge by independent learning and continuing education.
• Appreciate the role of computer science in the societal context and appreciate the importance of ethics in the practice of the profession.

Program Learning Outcomes

The program of study in Computer Science enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation:

(a) An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline;
(b) An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution;
(c) An ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs;

Computer Science Undergraduate Major

This major consists of a core set of required and elective courses as seen below. Students may also pursue one of a number of concentrations, which may further constrain the elective courses: Computers and Business, or Big Data. In addition to these courses, Computer Science majors must satisfactorily meet the requirements of the University Studies Program (USP), and they must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours, at least 42 of which must be upper division hours. See the front sections of this catalog for specifics on the USP and university graduation requirements. Note that some of the courses required for the Computer Science core or the concentrations will meet some of the USP requirements. Students do not have to take additional courses to meet those requirements. All courses in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics must be completed with a grade of C or better. A grade of C- is not acceptable.