B.S. in Computer Software Engineering
Mission
Flowing from the Mission of Saint Elizabeth University, the mission of the Computer Software Engineering Program is to strive for excellence in engaged teaching and learning by promoting the development of mathematical and computer competence and by fostering the ability to apply mathematics and computer technology to related fields.
The Program will seek to emphasize the provision of educational opportunities to underrepresented and underserved students in STEM fields. It will endeavor to furnish all of its students with specialized skills and knowledge in the field of computer software engineering that will complement the broad knowledge base and transferable skills afforded to them through the University's Liberal Arts tradition.
Goals
- To offer a rigorous and diverse set of courses that will enable students to acquire knowledge, skills and competency in computer software engineering within a liberal arts setting;
- To develop students' critical thinking and problem solving skills as the foundation for continuing education, professional development and life-long learning in the field of computing;
- To develop students' ability to use current technologies and tools necessary for the practice of the discipline
Student Learning Outcomes
A student who completes the major requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Software Engineering at Saint Elizabeth University will:
- Have acquired knowledge, skills and a high level of competence in computer software engineering;
- Have developed the ability to analyze a computer software engineering problem and be able to apply computer software engineering principles, theory and current technologies in designing an appropriate solution with the understanding of professional, ethical, security, and social issues and responsibilities;
- Be equipped to pursue advanced study or a career in computer software engineering or a related
field;
- Have demonstrated the ability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and solutions in computer software engineering with a range of audiences.
Requirements (61-62 credits)
Core Requirements (26 credits)
| CS115 | Fundamentals of Computers & Programming | 4 |
| CS117 | Introduction to Object-Orientated Programming | 4 |
| CS217 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 4 |
| CS235 | Computer Architecture and Organization | 4 |
| CS301 | Introduction to Python | 4 |
| CS331 | Digital Systems | 4 |
| CS495 | Internship | 2 |
Elective Courses (12 credits)
The three to four electives for a minimum of 12 credits can be chosen from the following major electives, at least one of which must be CS307 or CS325 or CS357:
| CS307 | Database Management | 4 |
| CS313 | Cryptography | 4 |
| CS319 | Computer Operating Systems | 4 |
| CS325 | Web Programming | 4 |
| CS345 | Principles of Computer Security | 4 |
| CS357 | Software Engineering | 4 |
| CS421 | Numerical Analysis | 4 |
| CS425 | Fundamentals of Programming Languages | 4 |
| CS431 | Interactive Computer Graphics | 4 |
| CS435 | Artificial Intelligence | 4 |
| CS437 | Computer Networks | 4 |
| CS457 | Special Topics | 4 |
| CS491 | Independent Study | 4 |
Related Mathematics Courses (16 credits)
Natural and Physical Sciences Electives (7-8 credits)
Recommended Course Sequence
First Year
Fall Semester (First Semester) (18 Credits)
| CS115 | Fundamentals of Computers & Programming | 4 |
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| MATH149 | Pre-Calculus Math | 4 |
| or | |
| MATH255 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
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| 100-level Biology Course | 4 |
| or | |
| 100-level Chemistry Course | 4 |
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| SEU100 | Founding in Literacy | 4 |
| SEU100CL | Foundation in Literature Context Lab | 2 |
Spring Semester (Second Semester) (18 Credits)
| CS117 | Introduction to Object-Orientated Programming | 4 |
| MATH151 | Calculus I | 4 |
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| 100-level Biology Course | 4 |
| or | |
| 100-level Chemistry Course | 4 |
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| SEU110 | Integrated Literacy I | 4 |
| SEU110CL | Integrated Literacy I Context Lab | 2 |
Second Year
Fall Semester (First Semester) (16-18 Credits)
Spring Semester (Second Semester) (16 Credits)
| CS235 | Computer Architecture and Organization | 4 |
| MATH321 | Discrete Math | 4 |
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| 100-level Biology Course | 4 |
| or | |
| 100-level Chemistry Course | 4 |
| or | |
| 100-level Physics Course | 4 |
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| SEU220 | Ways of Knowing | 4 |
Third Year
Fall Semester (First Semester) (16 Credits)
| CS301 | Introduction to Python | 4 |
| CS | CS Elective | 4 |
| SEU230 | Healthy Living | 4 |
| Elective | 4 |
Spring Semester (Second Semester) (14-16 Credits)
| CS331 | Digital Systems | 4 |
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| CS495 | Internship | 2 |
| or | |
| CS | CS Elective | 4 |
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| SEU300 | Faith Spirituality Ethics I | 4 |
| Elective | 4 |
Fourth Year
Fall Semester (First Semester) (14-16 Credits)
| CS | CS Elective | 4 |
| SEU400 | Essentials Capstone | 4 |
| Electives | 8-12 |
Spring Semester (Second Semester) (14-16 Credits)
| CS | CS Elective | 4 |
| CS | CS Comprehensive Exam/Capstone | 4 |
| Electives | 6-8 |