COMM 480 Directed Research. ............................................................... 1-3 Individual research in areas of communication determined in consultation with the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of three units. Prerequisite: consent.
Computer Science
Faculty Chair: ...............................................................Edward Thurber, Ph.D. Professor: ...................................................................................Thurber Associate Professor: ........................................................................Lin Mission & Learning Outcomes Computer science studies the representation, storage and transformation of information utilizing computer systems. The Department of Computer Science at Biola University provides two primary areas of concentration in addition to a basic core curriculum. These two areas are computer science and informa- tion systems. The department also offers a selection of courses for those majoring in other fields who wish a minor emphasis in computer science. Our student labs are equipped with numerous Pentium and Macintosh workstations. We also have a Computer Science Alcove equipped with the latest Pentium IV platforms run- ning either Windows or Linux. The department endeavors to provide each student with an understanding of the organization and operation of modern computer systems. Fundamental values and knowledge are em- phasized so that students will be able to stay abreast of their field. At the same time students are exposed to practical applications and current computer systems so that they will have significant opportunities in the market place upon graduation. The pervasive use of computers today allows the student to pursue a career in many different areas including aerospace, insurance, teaching, the computer industry, and banking, to name a few. Also, the student is prepared to pursue further studies in graduate school, typically in computer science or business. There is a concerted attempt by the department to integrate faith and learning in the study of computer science and its impact upon our society. Degree Program A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science is offered upon completion of the university baccalaureate and the computer sci- ence major in one of the emphases.
Majors Computer Sc i ence (53 units)
This emphasis must complete: 105, 106, 202, 230, 301, 302, 311, 400, 430, 440 twice with two different topics and one course (3 units) at the 300 or 400 level in Computer Science or Math. Math 105, 106, 112, 291 and 321 or 333. Information Systems (57 units) This emphasis must complete: 105, 106, 202, 230, 301, 302, 311, 402, 430, 440, and one course (3 units) at the 300 or 400 level in Business or Computer Science. Business 202, 211, 212, 328, 370. Math 103, 112 and 210.
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