Computer Science and Engineering
Faculty - Printable Degree Requirements
Mission Statement
In keeping with the mission of the College of Engineering, the Computer Science & Engineering Department strives for excellence in teaching, research, and public service.
Specifically the Department aspires to:
- Lead the advancement of computer science through internationally recognized research and graduate education, as well as technology transfer to regional industries;
- Prepare students for full and ethical participation in a diverse society and encourage lifelong learning;
- Educate undergraduates in the best practices of the field as well as integrate the latest research into the curriculum;
- Foster the development of problem solving and communication skills as an integral component of the profession;
- Provide quality learning experiences through small classes, active learning styles of teaching, and opportunities for meaningful interactions between students and faculty.
Objectives
The Computer Science & Engineering Department has established the following goals for graduates of our program:
- Our graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to allow immediate employment as computer science and engineering professionals or to secure admission to graduate programs.
- Our graduates will be prepared to function ethically and responsibly as full participants in our profession and our society.
- Our graduates will have a thorough knowledge of the basic principles and practices of computing grounded upon the solid foundation of the principles of mathematics and science.
- Our computer engineering graduates will have a thorough knowledge of the basic principles and practices of engineering based upon a solid foundation of mathematics and science and an ability to apply these principles in the computing domain.
- Using their knowledge of basic computing principles, our computer science graduates will have acquired a knowledge of major areas of application of those funamentals.
- Our information systems graduates will combine a thorough knowledge of basic business principles with the core principles of computing to achieve an understanding of applications at the convergence of these domains.
Three undergraduate degree programs are offered within Computer Science and Engineering. These programs are Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems, which lead to the Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, in Computer Science and in Information Systems respectively.
The Computer Engineering program emphasizes the application of engineering principles to the design of computer hardware and software. While all department programs provide coverage of both computer hardware and software, this program allocates additional time to issues of computer architecture and hardware design. Students in this program also acquire a broad background in engineering science through the study of the engineering core.
The Computer Science program focuses on the theory of computation and computer organization. Additional course work in programming languages, algorithms, software engineering, and a wide range of electives supplement the core coverage of hardware and software.
The Information Systems program combines a basic coverage of hardware and software with a core of business related courses and additional course work in areas such as networks and database. The emphasis in this program is on the application of computing.
Graduates from these programs follow fruitful careers developing either scientific or business application’s of computers, as well as in the design of computer systems. They are often involved in the systems level definition of information processing complexes for both manufacturers of computers and for users. A wide and expanding variety of design and applications opportunities characterize this field. The rapid growth and continual change within this field makes it essential for students to acquire a broad foundation in applied mathematics and the physical sciences, and to develop communication skills and to become familiar with the domains of potential computer application in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Research and development opportunities as a computer scientist and engineer, often following graduate education, are present in the areas of computer architecture and VSLI design, artificial intelligence, software engineering, digital data communications, software testing, robotics, database, networks, user interface, fault-tolerant computing and testing, computer graphics, image processing and computer vision, and simulation.
The schedules which follow indicate how a serious, well prepared student who can devote full time to coursework can satisfy degree requirements in four academic years. Students without a solid foundation and those who cannot devote full time to academics should plan on a slower pace.
Four-Year Curriculum in Computer Science
In addition to the College's graduation requirements, the department has the policy of not accepting any D grade in department courses.
Prerequisites (State Mandated Common Prerequisites) for Students Transferring from a Community College:
If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the university’s entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements.Students should complete the following prerequisite courses listed below at the lower level prior to entering the University. If these courses are not taken at the community college, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of “C” is the minimum acceptable grade.
Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education Requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university.
| COP XXXX* | 3 | |
| MAC X311 | 4 | |
| MAC X312 | 4 | |
| PHY X048/X048L | 4 | |
| PHY X049/X049L | 4 | |
| or | ||
| PHY X049C | 4 |
*Introductory Programming in Ada, C, C++, or PASCAL or equivalent language.
Natural Sciences:
| XXX XXXX** | 6 |
**Two (2) science courses for science majors.
Please be aware of the immunization, foreign language, continuous enrollment policies of the university, and qualitative standards required.
Department Admissions Requirements
Transfer students must have completed the equivalent USF Composition I & II, Engineering Calculus I & II and General Physics I & II (with labs) with an overall grade point average of 3.00 or higher in these courses.
| Semester I | |
| MAC 2281 Engineering Calculus I | 4 |
| ENC 1101 Composition I | 3 |
| EGN 3000 Foundations of Engineering | 1 |
| Science Elective | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Semester II | |
| MAC 2282 Engineering Calculus II | 4 |
| PHY 2048 General Physics I | 3 |
| PHY 2048L General Physics I Lab | 1 |
| ENC 1102 Composition II | 3 |
| COP 2510 Programming Concepts | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Summer Semester | |
| MAC 2283 Engineering Calculus III | 4 |
| PHY 2049 General Physics II | 3 |
| PHY 2049L General Physics II Lab | 1 |
| Historical Perspectives Elect | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
| Semester III | |
| CDA 3100 Computer Organization | 3 |
| COT 3100 Intro Discrete Structures | 3 |
| COP 3514 Program Design | 3 |
| Historical Perspectives Elect | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
| Semester IV | |
| EEL 4851 Data Structures | 3 |
| CDA 3201 Computer Logic Design | 3 |
| CDA 3201L Computer Logic Design Lab | 1 |
| EGN 4450 Linear Systems | 2 |
| STA 4442 Intro to Probability | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester V | |
| CDA 4205 Computer Architecture | 3 |
| COP 4600 Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS&E Theory Elective | 3 |
| Science Elective | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester VI | |
| CS&E Theory Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Software Elective | 6 |
| CS&E Elective | 6 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester VII | |
| ENC 3211 Communication for Engineers | 3 |
| ALAMEA Elective | 3 |
| S&E Elective | 6 |
| Total | 12 |
| Semester VIII | |
| CIS 4250 Ethical Issues (MW/MI) | 3 |
| Humanities, Social Science or Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Elective | 6 |
| Total | 12 |
Four-Year Curriculum in Computer Engineering
Courses indicated with XXXX had not yet been assigned a number when the catalog went to print. See your academic advisor for additional information.
In addition to the College's graduation requirements, the department has the policy of not accepting any D grade in department courses.
Prerequisites (State Mandated Common Prerequisites) for Students Transferring from a Community College:
If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the university’s entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements.Students should complete the following prerequisite courses listed below at the lower level prior to entering the University. If these courses are not taken at the community college, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of “C” is the minimum acceptable grade.
Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education Requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university.
Communications:
| ENC 1101/1102 English I and II (6) |
Humanities & Social Sciences:
| Humanities Courses (6) | |
| Social Science Courses (6) | |
| Humanities or Social Sciences (3) |
Mathematics:
| USF | C/C | |
| MAC 2281 | MAC 2311* (4) | |
| MAC 2282 | MAC 2312* (4) | |
| MAC 2283 | MAC 2313* (4) | |
| MAP 2302 | MAP 2302 (3) |
*or MAC 2281, MAC 2282, MAC 2283
Natural Sciences:
| USF | C/C | |
| CHM 2045 | CHM 1045* (3) | |
| CHM 2045L | CHM 1045L* (1) | |
| PHY 2048 | PHY 2048 (3) | |
| PHY 2048L | PHY 2048L (1) | |
| PHY 2049 | PHY 2049 (3) | |
| PHY 2049L | PHY 2049L (1) |
*or CHS 1440 Chemistry for Engineers
Please be aware of the immunization, foreign language, continuous enrollment policies of the university, and qualitative standards required.
Department Admissions Requirements
Transfer students must have completed the equivalent USF Composition I & II, Engineering Calculus I & II and General Physics I & II (with labs) with an overall grade point average of 3.00 or higher in these courses.
| Semester I | |
| MAC 2281 Engineering Calculus I | 4 |
| ENC 1101 Composition I | 3 |
| EGN 3000 Founcations of Engineering | 1 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Historical Perspectives Elect. | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Semester II | |
| MAC 2282 Engineering Calculus II | 4 |
| ENC 1102 Composition II | 3 |
| PHY 2048 General Physics I | 3 |
| PHY 2048L General Physics I Lab | 1 |
| CHM 2045 General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHM 2045L General Chemistry Lab | 1 |
| Total | 15 |
| Summer Semester | |
| MAC 2283 Engineering Calculus III | 4 |
| PHY 2049 General Physics II | 3 |
| PHY 2049L General Physics II Lab | 1 |
| COP 2510 Programming Concepts | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
| Semester III | |
| CDA 3100 Computer Organization | 3 |
| COT 3100 Intro Discrete Structures | 3 |
| COP 3514 Program Design | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| MAP 4302 Differential Equations | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester IV | |
| EEL 4851 Data Structures | 3 |
| CDA 3201 Computer Logic Design | 3 |
| CDA 3201L Computer Logic Design Lab | 1 |
| EGN 3443 Engineering Statistics | 3 |
| EGN 3373 Electrical Sys. I | 3 |
| EGN 4450 Linear Systems | 2 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester V | |
| CDA 4205 Computer Architecture | 3 |
| EGN 3613 Engineering Economy | 3 |
| ALAMEA Elective | 3 |
| EGN XXXX Eng. Electronic Materials | 3 |
| CS&E Hardware Elective | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
| Semester VI | |
| COP 4600 Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS&E Theory Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Hardware Elective | 3 |
| Science Elective | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester VII | |
| ENC 3211 Communication For Engineers | 3 |
| Historical Perspectives Elect. | 3 |
| CS&E Elective | 7 |
| Total | 13 |
| Semester VIII | |
| CIS 4910 Senior Project | 2 |
| CIS 4250 Ethical Issues (MW/MI) | 3 |
| CS&E Elective | 9 |
| Total | 14 |
Four-Year Curriculum in Information Systems
Courses indicated with XXXX had not yet been assigned a number when the catalog went to print. See your academic advisor for additional information.
In addition to the College's graduation requirements, the department has the policy of not accepting any D grade in department courses.
Prerequisites (State Mandated Common Prerequisites) for Students Transferring from a Community College:
If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the university’s entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements.Students should complete the following prerequisite courses listed below at the lower level prior to entering the University. If these courses are not taken at the community college, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of “C” is the minimum acceptable grade.
Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education Requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university.
| COP XXXX* | 3 | |
| MAC X311 | 4 | |
| MAC X312 | 4 | |
| PHY X048/X048L | 4 | |
| PHY X049/X049L | 4 | |
| or | ||
| PHY X049C | 4 |
*Introductory Programming in Ada, C, C++, or PASCAL or equivalent language.
Natural Sciences:
| XXX XXXX** | 6 |
Please be aware of the immunization, foreign language, continuous enrollment policies of the university, and qualitative standards required.
Department Admissions Requirements
Transfer students must have completed the equivalent USF Composition I & II, Engineering Calculus I & II and General Physics I & II (with labs) with an overall grade point average of 3.00 or higher in these courses.
| Semester I | |
| MAC 2281/2233 Calculus I | 4 |
| ENC 1101 Composition I | 3 |
| AGC 2021 Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total | 13 |
| Semester II | |
| MAC 2282/2234 Calculus II | 4 |
| ENC 1102 Composition II | 3 |
| PHY 2048/2053 Physics I | 3 |
| PHY 2048L/2053L Physics I Lab | 1 |
| COP 2510 Programming Concepts | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Summer Semester | |
| PHY 2049/2054 Physics II | 3 |
| PHY 2049L/2054L Physics II Lab | 1 |
| ECO 2013 Macroeconomics | 3 |
| STA 2023 Intro to Statistics | 3 |
| Total | 10 |
| Semester III | |
| CDA 3100 Computer Organization | 3 |
| COT 3100 Intro Discrete Str | 3 |
| COP 3514 Program Design | 3 |
| ECO 2023 Microeconomics | 3 |
| Historical Perspectives Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester IV | |
| EEL 4851 Data Structures | 3 |
| MAN 3023 Principles of Management | 3 |
| ALAMEA Elective | 3 |
| Science Elective | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester V | |
| COP 4600 Operating Systems | 3 |
| EGN 3613 Engineering Economy | 3 |
| EGN 4450 Linear Systems | 2 |
| ENC 3211 Communication for Engineers | 3 |
| CS&E Software Elective | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Semester VI | |
| CEN 4020 Software Engineering | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Software Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Elective | 6 |
| Total | 15 |
| Semester VII | |
| Historical Perspectives Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Theory Elective | 3 |
| CS&E Software Elective | 3 |
| Science Elective | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
| Semester VIII | |
| CEN 4022 Software System Development | 3 |
| CIS 4250 Ethical Issues (MW/MI) | 3 |
| CS&E Elective | 6 |
| Total | 12 |
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