2009-2010 University Catalog

Applied Computer Science, BS

Banner Code: VS-BS-ACS

School: The Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering

This program presents an innovative approach to the integration of computer science with other disciplines that require expertise in computing techniques. These disciplines do not merely use computing, but create new and interesting problems for computer scientists.

Degree Requirements

For the BS-ACS degree, students must complete 120 credits, including the university general education requirements, consisting of humanities, social sciences, synthesis, and basic science requirements (if needed), the program requires foundation, core, and concentration courses as described below. These course requirements provide expertise in programming, computer systems, software requirements and modeling, formal methods, and analysis of algorithms.

ACS foundation courses (24 credits):

CS 101 - Preview of Computer Science Credits: 2
CS 105 - Computer Ethics and Society Credits: 1
CS 112 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credits: 4
CS 211 - Object-Oriented Programming Credits: 3
MATH 113 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Credits: 4
MATH 114 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Credits: 4
MATH 125 - Discrete Mathematics I Credits: 3
MATH 203 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3

ACS core (22 credits):

ECE 301 - Digital Electronics Credits: 3
CS 262 - Introduction to Low-Level Programming Credits: 1
CS 310 - Data Structures Credits: 3
CS 330 - Formal Methods and Models Credits: 3
CS 367 - Computer Systems and Programming Credits: 3
CS 421 - Software Requirements and Design Modeling Credits: 3
CS 465 - Computer Systems Architecture Credits: 3
CS 483 - Analysis of Algorithms Credits: 3

ACS elective (3 credits):

One CS course numbered above 400

Concentration (At least 36 credits):

At least 36 additional credits to meet course requirements of one of the concentrations. These credits include either STAT 344 or a course in statistics relevant to the concentration. Current concentrations are biology, computer game design, geography, and software engineering.

▲ Concentration in Biology (BIOL)

One BIOL course numbered above 300 (3-4 credits)

▲ Concentration in Computer Game Design (CGDS)

Foundation (13 credits):

CS 225 - Culture and Theory of Games Credits: 3
CS 325 - Introduction to Game Design Credits: 3
AVT 104 - Studio Fundamentals I Credits: 4
STAT 344 - Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists I Credits: 3

Core (17 credits):

CS 425 - Game Programming I Credits: 3
CS 426 - Game Programming II Credits: 3
CS 451 - Computer Graphics Credits: 3
AVT 382 - Digital Art and Animation Credits: 4
AVT 383 - Three-Dimensional Digital Art Credits: 4

Two approved electives related to game design (6 credits)

A list of relevant courses can be obtained from the department office.

(Natural science requirement will include PHYS 160/161and 260/261.)

▲ Concentration in Geography (GEOG)

Foundation (18 credits):

GEOG 101 - Major World Regions Credits: 3
GEOG 102 - Physical Geography Credits: 3
GEOG 103 - Human Geography Credits: 3
GEOG 110 - Maps and Mapping Credits: 3
GEOG 300 - Quantitative Methods for Geographical Analysis Credits: 3
STAT 344 - Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists I Credits: 3

Core (19 credits):

GEOG 310 - Introduction to Digital Cartography Credits: 4
GEOG 311 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems Credits: 3
GEOG 411 - Advanced Digital Cartography Credits: 3
GEOG 412 - Aerial Photography Interpretation Credits: 3
GEOG 416 - Satellite Image Analysis Credits: 3
GEOG 463 - Applied Geographic Information Systems Credits: 3

One GEOG course numbered above 300 (3 credits)

▲ Concentration in Software Engineering (SWE)

Foundation (6 credits):

STAT 250 - Introductory Statistics I Credits: 3
CS 306 - Synthesis of Ethics and Law for the Computing Professional Credits: 3

Core (10 credits):

SWE 205 - Software Usability Analysis and Design Credits: 3
SWE 301 - Internship Preparation Credits: 0
SWE 401 - Internship Reflection Credits: 1
CS 332 - Object-Oriented Software Design and Implementation Credits: 3
SWE 437 - Software Testing and Maintenance Credits: 3

SWE related (15 credits) chosen from:

CS 363 - Comparative Programming Languages Credits: 3
CS 455 - Computer Communications and Networking Credits: 3
CS 450 - Database Concepts Credits: 3
CS 468 - Secure Programming and Systems Credits: 3
CS 471 - Operating Systems Credits: 3
CS 475 - Concurrent and Distributed Systems Credits: 3
SWE 432 - Design and Implementation of Software for the Web Credits: 3
SWE 443 - Software Architectures Credits: 3

Cross-disciplinary (6 credits):

ENGL 410 - Professional and Technical Writing Credits: 3

AND one of the following:

PSYC 333 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology Credits: 3
COMM 320 - Business and Professional Communication Credits: 3
COMM 335 - Organizational Communication Credits: 3

Note:

Students should consult the sample schedules below and ensure that course prerequisites are satisfied. Students should obtain computer-generated audits periodically to ensure that degree requirements are being met.