Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science

Total Credits: ~120-130 credits

Lower Division Courses

1. CSCI1101 - Introduction to Computing

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: None

• - Description: Overview of computer systems, basic hardware and software concepts, and foundational computing principles.

2. CSCI1201 - Programming I

• - Credits: 4

• - Prerequisites: None (or basic math skills)

• - Description: Introduction to programming using a high-level language (e.g., Python, Java), covering syntax, control structures, and basic algorithms.

3. CSCI1202 - Programming II

• - Credits: 4

• - Prerequisites: CSCI1201

• - Description: Advanced programming concepts, data structures, and problem-solving techniques.

4. CSCI1301 - Discrete Mathematics

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: None

• - Description: Mathematical foundations for computer science, including logic, set theory, combinatorics, and graph theory.

5. CSCI1401 - Computer Organization

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: None

• - Description: Basic computer architecture, memory hierarchy, and hardware-software interface.

Upper Division Courses

6. CSCI2101 - Data Structures

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI1202, CSCI1301

• - Description: Design and analysis of data structures such as lists, trees, hash tables, and graphs.

7. CSCI2201 - Algorithms

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2101, CSCI1301

• - Description: Algorithm design techniques, complexity analysis, and problem-solving strategies.

8. CSCI2301 - Operating Systems

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI1401, CSCI2101

• - Description: Concepts of process management, memory management, file systems, and concurrency.

9. CSCI2401 - Database Systems

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2101

• - Description: Database design, SQL, data modeling, and database management systems.

10. CSCI2501 - Software Engineering

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2201, CSCI2101

• - Description: Software development lifecycle, project management, version control, and testing.

11. CSCI2601 - Computer Networks

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2301

• - Description: Networking protocols, architecture, security, and communication models.

12. CSCI2701 - Artificial Intelligence

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2201, CSCI1301

• - Description: Foundations of AI, machine learning, search algorithms, and intelligent systems.

13. CSCI2801 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals

• - Credits: 3

• - Prerequisites: CSCI2301

• - Description: Basic principles of cybersecurity, threat modeling, cryptography, and protection mechanisms.

14. CSCI2901 - Capstone Project

• - Credits: 4

• - Prerequisites: Senior standing, completion of core courses

• - Description: Team or individual project integrating coursework into a real-world software solution, including planning, implementation, and presentation.

Prerequisites & Electives

Prerequisites Overview:

1. - Foundational courses in programming, discrete math, and computer organization are required before advanced courses.

2. - Progression depends on passing core courses and maintaining GPA standards.

Elective Courses (Sample options):

1. - Machine Learning & Data Mining

2. - Mobile App Development

3. - Cloud Computing

4. - Human-Computer Interaction

5. - Blockchain & Distributed Ledgers

6. - Game Development

7. - Advanced Cybersecurity

8. - Data Science & Big Data

Electives enable specialization in areas like AI, cybersecurity, data analysis, or software development.

Summary of Program Structure

1. - Lower Division (Foundational): CSCI1101–CSCI1401

2. - Upper Division (Specialized & Advanced): CSCI2101–CSCI2901

3. - Capstone: Final project demonstrating integrated knowledge and practical skills.