Road Map to Success and Computer Science Curriculum
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Computer Science/Mathematics Combined Major
Misericordia University offers a double major in Mathematics and Computer Science which leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. The program is designed for students with strong interest in each of these fields. The Computer Science major leads to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. The program prepares students to pursue careers in scientific or industrial programming and systems analysis, or to continue their education at the graduate level. Students have ample access to computer labs stocked with IBM PC compatibles. All facets of the hardware and software are continually upgraded to ensure that students work with the most recent components of this dynamic technology. The program is excellent for graduate study, and also provides a solid background for employment in the ever-growing field of statistics and computer science.
Curriculum Requirements
The individual curricula for the Mathematics and Computer Science majors are very similar. To obtain a double major, students must complete the requirements for the degree in Computer Science, and take five additional approved upper level mathematics courses.
Coursework Variety
Coursework in the major explores the following areas:
- Algorithms and data structure
- Computer systems and architecture
- Database concepts and programming
- Game programming
- Impact of technology on society
- Information security
- Internet applications
- Network theory and design
- Object oriented programming
- Operating systems
- Programming logic and design
- Smartphone applications
- Software engineering