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BA in Computer Science

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The Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science aims to prepare students for careers that allows them to apply their knowledge of computing to another area of study. and it combines courses in computer science with an approved minor.  Graduates from the program are well-versed in not only the fundamentals but also develop skills in problem solving, logic, organization, and ethics.  Moreover, they develop knowledge of an application area.  The degree has a set of core requirements, major requirements, directed electives in computing, and an approved minor.  The core provides basic coursework to ensure that the graduate is well-rounded as an educated individual.  The Major contains those computer science and software engineering courses that are fundamental to the field, regardless of any specialization.  The Directed Electives provide depth beyond the Core to support the student’s professional preparation, while the minor allows the students to develop sufficient knowledge of some application area to be able to apply their knowledge of computing in this area.

The BSIT Program will enable its graduates to

  1. Have the ability to hold progressively more responsible positions in the IT field, including positions that are supervisory or managerial in nature.
  2. Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
  3. Communicate effectively as an IT professional with users, peers, and higher management.
  4. Work effectively on teams, whether as a participant or as a leader.
  5. Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology on society.
  6. Pursue and successfully complete an advanced degree if desired.

At the time of graduation, graduates should able to:

  1. Convey the understanding of, and ability to solve, problems through artifacts of computing such as specifications, code and other written documents.
  2. Demonstrate and apply their knowledge of fundamental data structures and algorithms to solve problems.
  3. Describe and explain the major concepts in the areas of operating systems, programming languages, architecture, and distributed computing.
  4. Demonstrate an ability to work effectively in teams on computing related projects.
  5. Demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate technical information.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of social, professional and ethical issues related to computing.
  7. Obtain the skills and knowledge to be employable in positions that utilize their computing education.

For further information about the BA Computer Science, please contact

Professor Patricia Pierce
Coordinator, BA Computer Science
Email: ppierce@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-3433

or

Dr Hassan Pournaghshband
Interim Chair, Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Email: hpournag@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-5559