Computer Science (B.S.)
Introduction/Mission
The undergraduate major in Computer Science is intended to enable a student to pursue further studies in Computer Science or in related fields of Science, Engineering, and Business and to enter the work force as an entry level computer professional. The program combines a very thorough preparation in the fundamentals of Computer Science and related fields with the opportunity for more advanced work in either Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
Objectives
The educational objectives of the Computer Science undergraduate program at Jackson State University are to graduate students with:
- An understanding of and the ability to apply the core principles and theories of Computer Science;
- The motivation and preparation to engage in life-long learning, including entering graduate programs in Computer Science and related fields;
- The professional skills needed for employment, while being able to adapt to rapidly changing technology;
- An understanding of the ethical responsibilities of a computer professional and the social impact of computing.
Accreditation
The Undergraduate Computer Science Program at JSU is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs.
Other Requirements/Offerings
- Students may need Pre-Calculus courses if indicated by math assessment score.
- Students with no computer exposure must take CSC 115 DIGITAL COMPUTER PRINCIPLES.
- Laboratory courses must be taken during the same semester as lecture for Engineering, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics courses.
- Students must take the ETS Major Field Examination in Computer Science.
- A minimum grade of “C” is required in all Computer Science Courses. Prerequisite courses must be successfully completed before taking the next courses.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CSC 118 | COMPUTER SCIENCE I | 3 |
| CSC 119 | COMPUTER SCIENCE II | 3 |
| CSC 225 | DISCRETE STRUCTURES | 3 |
| CSC 228 | DATA STRUCTURES & ALGORITHMS | 3 |
| CSC 215 | DATA ANALYTICS | 3 |
| CSC 216 | COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE & ORGNZA | 3 |
| CSC 323 | ALGORITHM DESIGN AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| CSC 330 | DATABASE SYSTEMS | 3 |
| CSC 435 | COMPUTER NETWORKS | 3 |
| CSC 360 Client Server Programming | 3 | |
| CSC 450 | SENIOR PROJECT | 3 |
| CSC 475 | SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | 3 |
| CSC 325 | OPERATING SYSTEMS | 3 |
| CSC 350 | ORGANIZATION OF PROGRAM LANGUA | 3 |
| CSC 390 | COMPUTER SCIENCE SEMINAR | 1 |
| ECE 212 & ECEL 212 | DIGITAL LOGIC and DIGITAL LOGIC LABORATORY | 4 |
| MATH 241 | CALCULUS I WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| MATH 242 | CALCULUS II WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| MATH 243 | CALCULUS III WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| MATH 307 | PROBLTY & STATISTICS/ENGINEERG | 3 |
| BIO 101 & BIOL 101 | INTRO TO BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE and INTRO TO BIO SCI LAB | 3 |
| CHEM 141 & CHML 141 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY I and GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB | 4 |
| PHY 211 & PHYL 211 | General Physics I and GENERAL PHYSICS LAB I | 4 |
| Computer Science Electives | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 82 | |
Curriculum Map
| Freshman | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | |
| ENG 104 |
COMPOSITION I or English Composition I with Co-requisite Support or COMPOSITION & LITERATURE FOR L |
3 |
| CSC 118 | COMPUTER SCIENCE I | 3 |
| MATH 241 | CALCULUS I WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| UNIV 100 | UNIVERSITY SUCCESS | 2 |
| Humanities & Fine Arts Option | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Science Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| CSC 119 | COMPUTER SCIENCE II | 3 |
| CSC 225 | DISCRETE STRUCTURES | 3 |
| ENG 105 or ENG 112 |
COMPOSITION II or COMPOSITION |
3 |
| MATH 242 | CALCULUS II WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| Pathway Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Sophomore | ||
| Fall | ||
| CSC 228 | DATA STRUCTURES & ALGORITHMS | 3 |
| ECE 212 & ECEL 212 |
DIGITAL LOGIC and DIGITAL LOGIC LABORATORY |
4 |
| MATH 243 | CALCULUS III WITH LABORATORY | 3 |
| Natural Science Option w/Lab | 3 | |
| Pathway Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| CHEM 141 & CHML 141 |
GENERAL CHEMISTRY I and GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB (Science Elective II) |
4 |
| CSC 215 | DATA ANALYTICS (N) | 3 |
| CSC 216 | COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE & ORGNZA | 3 |
| MATH 307 | PROBLTY & STATISTICS/ENGINEERG | 3 |
| UNIV 200 | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | 1 |
| Pathway Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Junior | ||
| Fall | ||
| CSC 325 | OPERATING SYSTEMS | 3 |
| CSC 350 | ORGANIZATION OF PROGRAM LANGUA | 3 |
| CSC 390 | COMPUTER SCIENCE SEMINAR | 1 |
| PHY 211 & PHYL 211 |
General Physics I and GENERAL PHYSICS LAB I |
4 |
| Humanities & Fine Arts Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| CSC 323 | ALGORITHM DESIGN AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| CSC 330 | DATABASE SYSTEMS | 3 |
| Humanities & Fine Arts Option | 3 | |
| CSC 360 Client Server Programming | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Science Option | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Senior | ||
| Fall | ||
| CSC 435 | COMPUTER NETWORKS | 3 |
| CSC 437 | COMPUTER SECURITY | 3 |
| CSC 475 | SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | 3 |
| Computer Science Elective I | 3 | |
| Computer Science Elective II | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| CSC 450 | SENIOR PROJECT | 3 |
| Computer Science Elective III | 3 | |
| Computer Science Elective III | 3 | |
| Computer Science Elective IV | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 121 | |
Notes:
- Candidates that transfer 12 or more hours of college credit are exempt from UNIV 100 UNIVERSITY SUCCESS; however, the student must take 2 hours of general electives to replace the UNIV course.
- On-line Graduation Clearance (to be completed during the graduating semester only).
Student Learning Outcomes
Each student who graduates from the Undergraduate Program in Computer Science will be able to:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.