Computer Science
Bachelor of Science Degree
Computer Science is a discipline that studies computer architecture, software design, algorithms, information processing, computer applications and systems, and the mathematical foundations of computing. The four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science is a student-centered industry-informed B.S. degree that leads to employment or graduate study in the field of computer science. The computer science content and curriculum build upon the work of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society (IEEE), the two major professional organizations in Computer Science. The ACM/IEEE CS2013 curriculum guidelines, the most prominent national standard for Computer Science degree curricula, were used to ensure sufficient coverage of important topics. The curriculum is designed to ensure students receive a broad foundation in computer science fundamentals, natural sciences, mathematics, and communication skills. Students will also be able to expand their abilities through advanced elective offerings.
Students will develop proficiency in software design and algorithms by working both individually and in team environments. They will analyze, design, and build complex software components in diverse, collaborative teams to solve industry-informed relevant problems. Students in this program will expand their ability to communicate and collaborate across disciplines. An essential part of this program is a culminating experience to be completed in the senior year. Students generate their final projects, based on their interests and real-world issues. Students will be encouraged to participate in a research project with faculty and to collaborate with representatives from industry.
Computer Science graduates are trained for a wide variety of roles in the information technology and computing field. Graduates will possess strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, which will enable them to become lifelong learners ready to become experts in their chosen field.
Typical Employment Opportunities
Software Developers
Software Engineers
QA Engineers
Data Analysts
Web Developers
Technical Account Specialists
Research Assistants
Computer Science (BS) Program Outcomes:
- Graduates will be able to apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based projects.
- Graduates will be able to analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Graduates will be able to design, implement, and test computing-based solutions to meet a given set of computing requirements using computer science theory and software development principles.
- Graduates will be able to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on relevant legal and ethical principles.
- Graduates will be able to function and communicate effectively as a member or leader of a team in a variety of professional contexts.
- Graduates will be able to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
- Graduates will be able to recognize the need for, and have the ability to, engage in lifelong learning.
Admission to Farmingdale State College - State University of New York is based on the qualifications of the applicant without regard to age, sex, marital or military status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.
Contact Information
Computer Science
Dr. Jill O'Sullivan
Whitman Hall, Room 112
934-420-2190
cpis@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | (52 credits) |
|---|---|
| EGL 101 Composition I: College Writing (GE) | 3 |
| EGL 102 Composition II: Writing About Literature | 3 |
| Communications (SPE 330 or SPE 331) (GE) | 3 |
| The Arts (GE) | 3 |
| Natural Science (GE) | 8 |
| Humanities (GE) | 3 |
| MTH 150 Calculus I (GE) or | |
| MTH 130 Calculus I with Applications | 4 |
| Foreign Language (GE) | 3 |
| Social Sciences (GE) | 3 |
| American/Other World/Western Civilization History (GE) | 3 |
| 300 level Arts & Science Electives | 3 |
| Arts and Science Electives* | 13 |
Required Computer Science (68 credits)
| CSC 101 Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| CSC 111 Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSC 251 Discrete Structures | 4 |
| CSC 211 Computer Programming II | 3 |
| CSC 229 Data Structures and Algorithms I | 3 |
| CSC 243 Computer Architecture and Organization | 3 |
| CSC 329 Data Structures and Algorithms II | 3 |
| CSC 311 Advanced Programming | 3 |
| CSC 363 Data Management | 3 |
| CSC 325 Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSC 321 Principles of Programming Languages | 3 |
| CSC 375 Ethical Issues in Computing | 3 |
| CSC 343 Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSC 332 Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSC 490 Senior Project or | |
| CSC 492 Industry Forum | 4 |
| CSC Upper Level Elective or | |
| Approved BCS Upper Level Elective | 12 |
| Free Electives | 9 |
Curriculum Summary
Degree Type: BS
Total Required Credits: 120
Please refer to the General Education, Applied Learning, and Writing Intensive requirement
sections of the College Catalog and consult with your advisor to ensure that graduation
requirements are satisfied.
As a part of the SUNY General Education Framework, all first-time full time Freshman
at Farmingdale State College (FSC) beginning Fall 2023, are required to develop knowledge
and skills in Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (DEISJ). Students will
be able to fulfill this requirement at FSC by taking a specially designated DEISJ
course that has been developed by faculty and approved by the DEISJ Review Board.
DEISJ-approved courses may meet other General Education Knowledge and Skills areas
and/or core competencies and thus be dually designated. DEISJ-approved courses may
also earn other special designations such as those for Applied Learning or Writing
Intensive.
** Students must take at least 7 credits of approved mathematics courses (from the Math department or from other departments) that are at least at the level of Calculus I. For students intending to transfer or to pursue graduate study, 4 credits of this should be Calculus 151 Calculus II.
Preapproved Mathematics electives:
ECO 380 Econometrics (3 credits)
MTH 151 Calculus II (4 credits)
MTH 236 Calculus II with Applications (3 credits)
MTH 245 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
MTH 246 Introduction to Financial Mathematics (3 credits)
MTH 252 Calculus III (4 credits)
MTH 270 Introduction to Mathematical Computation (3 credits)
MTH 360 Applied Probability and Statistics (3 credits)
MTH 390 Methods in Operations Research (3 credits)
Selected BCS and CSC elective courses (3 credits):
BCS 360 Programming in SQL / Database Programming
BCS 372 Foundations of Theoretical Computer Science
BCS 378 Information Security
BCS 390 Database Administration and Security
BCS 421 Android Mobile Application Development or
BCS 422 iOS Mobile Application Development
BCS 425 Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing
BCS 427 Game Programming
BCS 428 Large Software System Development
BCS 440 CPIS Internship / Computing Internship
CSC 345 Compiler Construction and Design
CSC 351 Human Computer Interaction
CSC 411 Secure Programming
CSC 425 Advanced Software Development
CSC 429 Advanced Algorithms
CSC 466 AI and Machine Learning