Computer Science

The Division of Continuing Studies offers the Bachelor of General Studies degree with an area of concentration in computer science.

Required:

	CIST 1400	Introduction to Computer Science I	3 hrs
	CIST 1404	Lab (if no previous programming)	1 hr
	CSCI 1620	Introduction to Computer Science II	3 hrs
	CSCI 2710	Introduction to Digital Design & Comp Systems	3 hrs
	CSCI 3710	Introduction to Computer Organization and Architecture	3 hrs
	CSCI 3320	Data Structures	3 hrs
	MATH 2030	Discrete Mathematics	3 hrs

An additional 12 hours of CSCI upper division to include at least two courses from this list:
	CSCI 4220	Programming Languages	3 hrs
	CSCI 3550	Communication Networks	3 hrs
	CSCI 4350	Computer Architecture	3 hrs
	CSCI 4500	Operating Systems	3 hrs
	CSCI 4830	Introductions to Software Engineering	3 hrs

Required Mathematics Secondary Field:
	MATH 1950	Calculus I	5 hrs
	MATH 1960	Calculus II	5 hrs
	MATH 2050	Applied Linera Algebra	3 hrs

Additional Information:
Necessary math courses through Calculus I (Math 1950) & Discrete Math (Math 2030) are required before entering CSCI 2710.

Career Information:
An area of concentration in computer science is concerned with the study of all aspects of computing, including hardware, software, algorithms and contemporary applications. It provides students with a solid background in the fundamentals of computing and the necessary knowledge to pursue an advanced degree, if desired. Computer science students may find careers in programming, systems development, network administration, database management, systems installation and implementation, instructional technology, software design, consulting, education, technical writing, web design, and sales.

For more career information, check out U.S. Department of Labor - Computer Scientists, U.S. Department of Labor - Computer Software Engineers, or UNO Career Center.

Revised 08/07