Computer Science

Beginning Fall semester 2023, Middle Georgia State University will offer a Bachelor of Science and an Associate of Science in Computer Science (CS). These programs will be available on campus only.

Computer science is the study of computers and computing, focusing on algorithms, programs and programming, and computational systems. The main goal of the academic discipline is to build a systematic body of knowledge, theories, and models that explain the properties of computational methods and to show how this body of knowledge can be used to produce solutions to real-world computational problems. The CS program of study is outlined below:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (120 Hours)
Associate of Science in Computer Science (60 Hours; Areas A – F)

Areas A – E General Education Core – 42 Hours

 Area F – (18 Hours)

CSCI 1301 Computer Science I 3 Credits CSCI 1302 Computer Science II 3 Credits MATH 1251 Calculus I 3 Credits MATH 2120 Discrete Math 3 Credits CSCI 2300 Experiential Learning in CS 3 Credits Students will also choose from one (1) of the following: CSCI 2201 Principles of Programming Languages  3 Credits CSCI 2205 Intro to Data Structures & Algorithms  3 Credits CSCI 2207 Ethics in CS 3 Credits MATH 2253 Calculus II  3 Credits MATH 2260 Linear Algebra 3 Credits

Upper-Level Core (33 Hours)

CSCI 3235 Human Computer Interaction 3 Credits CSCI 3245 Database Principles 3 Credits CSCI 3250 Software Engineering 3 Credits CSCI 3251 Object-Oriented Programming  3 Credits CSCI 3265 Operating Systems 3 Credits CSCI 4264 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis 3 Credits CSCI 4270 Robot Programming 3 Credits CSCI 4361 Software Security 3 Credits CSCI 4362 Computer Architecture 3 Credits CSCI 4365 Test-Driven Software Development  CSCI 4750 Senior Capstone

Track One: CS – Human-Computer Interaction (27 Hours)

The HCI track in the BS in CS program will produce graduates who are technically skilled and adept at designing and prototyping interactive solutions with the latest digital technologies. Students in this track will have a strong Computer Science core of programming, algorithms, systems, and mathematical foundations. They will specialize by making core elements of HCI the primary focus of their upper-level classes and can explore a large range of HCI topics in greater depth through the other courses in the concentration.

CSCI 4451 Intro to HCI Design  3 Credits CSCI 4452 HCI Methods – Design and Evaluation 3 Credits CSCI 4453 Web Application Design 3 Credits CSCI 4454 Human-Robot Interaction 3 Credits CSCI 4230 Graphic Imaging 3 Credits CSCI 4238 2D Computer Animation 3 Credits CSCI 4237 3D Modeling and Animation 3 Credits CSCI 4250 Computational Intelligence 3 Credits CSCI 4255 Game Design and Development 3 Credits

Track Two: CS – Education* Track (27 Hours)

The CS-Education track is aimed at preparing computer science teachers to teach computer science and related topics in grades P to 12. It will provide students with a solid background in computer science, as well as coursework necessary for teaching certification at the P-12 level. The program includes field experiences, inquiry-based lessons, and highly engaged instruction leading to the initial certification of teaching with an endorsement in Computer Science.

EDUC 3100 Reading in Multiple Literacies 3 Credits SPED 3110 Introduction to the Exception Learner 3 Credits EDUC 3520 Classroom Management 2 Credit EDUC 4120 Integrated Secondary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment 3 Credits EDUC 4130 Methods in Content Area 4 Credits EDUC 4140 Practicum 3 Credits EDUC 4150 Clinical 9 Credits  *In collaboration with the School of Education & Behavioral Sciences