Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY FACULTY Dr. Karen Sweeney , Chair Stafford Building, Room 314 Phone: (580) 774-3117 E-mail:karen.sweeney@swosu.edu https://www.swosu.edu/academics/academic-departments/computer-science/index.php
Dr. Jeremy Evert ......................... STF 320 .......................... jeremy.evert@swosu.edu ............................................................... (580) 774-7050 Dr. Hayden Harrington................ STF 309 .......................... hayden.harrington@swosu.edu ...................................................... (580) 774-3751 Dr. Brian Rickel .......................... STF 308 .......................... brian.rickel@swosu.edu ................................................................ (580) 774-3116 Dr. Sherry Westmoreland............ STF 313 .......................... sherry.westmoreland@swosu.edu ................................................. (580) 774-3214 Ms. Kim Zachary ........................ STF 309 .......................... kim.zachary@swosu.edu ................................................................ (580) 774-3125
DEPARTMENTAL GOALS Student Learning Outcomes for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: 1. Describe the fundamentals of problem solving, communication, and team work as they pertain to the field of computer science with focus on the elected option: computer forensics, cybersecurity, data analytics, management information systems, software development, or video game design. 2. Apply troubleshooting techniques in networks and other technologies and problem-solving techniques to successfully execute programming code with a team. 3. Given a professional project, investigate possible solutions; develop, formulate, and present chosen solution. The Department of Computer Science provides students the opportunity to prepare for professional opportunities in industry and education. Particular areas addressed by the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: 1. Broad-based technical problems allow graduates to explore new and advancing technologies. 2. Prepare members of the work force to meet area, state and regional demands for technology in industry and education. 3. Develop curriculum and maintain faculty, equipment, and facilities to meet the standards set by appropriate state and national accrediting agencies.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Majors: B.S. Computer Science
• Computer Forensics Option • Cybersecurity Option • Data Analytics Option • Management Information Systems Option
• Software Development Option • Video Game Design Option A.S. Computer Science
Minors: Computer Forensics Computer Science Esports
Management Information Systems
GENERAL INFORMATION Career opportunities are numerous in all technology fields and command competitive salaries. Examples of recent graduate placements are manufacturing engineering technologists, quality assurance managers, plant and production supervisors, production analysts, planners and schedulers, and estimators. Within the Department of Computer Science, the student organization – the Computer Club – promotes professional development and social activities. The club meets on a regular basis and organizes activities such as industrial plant tours, robotics competitions, and educational conferences.
For more information visit our web site at: https://www.swosu.edu/academics/academic- departments/computer-science/index.php
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