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Computer Science-Bachelor of Science inComputer ScienceFor information, contact the Department of Computer Science andSoftware Engineering 205 Benton Hall, 513-529-0340, or visit http://cse.MiamiOH.edu.

This program is accredited by the Computing AccreditationCommission of ABET http://www.abet.org.

If you want to change the world and you like to think analytically andsolve problems, enjoy mathematics, and are interested in workingwith computers and technology, consider a major in computerscience. Innovations such as the Internet, smart phone apps, websiteslike Facebook, and online shopping all owe their foundations todevelopments in computer science. The computer science majorat Miami provides you with a thorough understanding of the keyprinciples and practices of computing as well as the mathematical andscientific principles that underpin them. You will study programminglanguages, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems,and applications of computer science such as computer networks,computer security, computer games, and the ethical and socialimplications of computer technology. The U.S. Bureau of Laborjob outlook for computer science graduates is excellent. Jobs areexpected to grow 24% from 2008 to 2018, much faster than averagefor all occupations. This employment growth is due to the demandfor increasing efficiency in network technology, computing speeds,software performance, and embedded systems. The median annualearnings for computer specialists ranges from $74,000 to $105,000.According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers,starting offers for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in computerscience averaged $61,407.

Upon entering this program, you should have an interest in analyticalthinking and problem solving, an aptitude for mathematics, and aninterest in working with computers and technology. A high schoolbackground in computers is not necessary to major in computerscience because the program includes introductory courses neededfor the major.

Graduates typically work as software engineers, consultants,programmers, network systems analysts, computer scientists,systems programmers, network administrators, or databaseadministrators. Other graduates continue their education in graduateschool or start their own businesses.

Program Educational ObjectivesThe Miami Plan forms the foundation of liberal education at MiamiUniversity. This plan is guided by four principles:

• critical thinking• understanding of contexts• engaging with other learners, and• reflection and action.

Our program emphasizes critical thinking by promotingthe scientific principles, analysis techniques, and designmethodologies that form the basis for critical thinking in computerscience. We promote understanding of the social context and

broader impacts of technology, which is necessary for leadershipand for integration of computing into business. By requiringstudents to engage with other learners, we develop their abilitiesto communicate clearly, and work in teams responsibly. Thispattern of deep reflection, broad understanding, and engagementwith others is transformed into action through coursework thatemphasizes a mixture of theoretical foundations and hands-onapplication.

Depth. Computer Science graduates will have a sufficientunderstanding of the field of computer science including scientificprinciples, analysis techniques, and design methodologies to:

• Be successfully employed, pursue a graduate degree, or continuetheir professional education

Breadth. Computer Science graduates will have a broad liberaleducation enabling them to:

• Demonstrate adaptability or leadership by, for example, beingpromoted, moving up to a better job, or by taking a leadershiprole in a team.

• Demonstrate an understanding of the context and broaderimpacts of technology in their organization by, for example,engaging stakeholders outside their immediate team, or byidentifying ethical, economic, cultural, legal or environmentalissues related to work projects.

Professionalism. Computer Science graduates will be prepared formodern work environments, where they will:

• Apply their skills in clear communication, responsible teamwork,and time management by, for example, managing a teamor project, working on multidisciplinary project teams, orcommunicating with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrate professional attitudes and ethics by, for example,assisting colleagues in professional development (e.g. mentoring),engaging in continuing education or training, participating inprofessional societies, engaging in service to the community, orcontributing to an employer’s efforts to comply with softwarelicensing, protect privacy, or assure quality and safety.

To help to achieve the educational objectives, all computing andengineering programs offered by the College of Engineering andComputing (CEC) have outcomes, are designed to prepare graduatesto attain the program educational objectives and to connect withthe student outcomes defined by the Computing AccreditationCommittee of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

For more information, visit our website at http://cse.MiamiOH.edu.

Student Outcomes• Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of

computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to

meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of theprogram’s discipline.

• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed

judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethicalprinciples.

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• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged inactivities appropriate to the program’s discipline.

• Apply computer science theory and software developmentfundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriatelearning strategies.

Departmental HonorsIf you excel in your studies, you may qualify for the University HonorsProgram or the program for Honors in Computer Science andSoftware Engineering. As a senior in these programs, you will have theopportunity to work closely with the faculty on research projects ofinterest.

Credit/No-Credit PolicyAll courses in chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, statistics andthose in the College of Engineering and Computing (CPB, CSE, ECE,EGM, MME, CEC) that are used to fulfill requirements of the major,must be taken for a grade.

Divisional PolicyDOUBLE MAJORS: Students with two majors in the Collegeof Engineering and Computing must take a minimum of 15different/additional credit hours in their second major beyond therequirements of their first major.

Graduate StudyThe department offers a combined bachelor's/master's degreeprogram that allows students to complete bachelor's and master'sdegrees in computer science in an accelerated manner. Students areeligible to apply for this program in their junior year. Please contactthe CSE department office for more information.

Additional information is available from the CSE department officeand website http://cse.MiamiOH.edu.

Program Requirements: ComputerScienceCode Title Credit

HoursCore RequirementsECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics 3

or ECO 202 Principles of MacroeconomicsENG 313 Technical Writing 3STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking 3

or STC 231 Small Group CommunicationMathematicsMTH 151 Calculus I 5MTH 231 Elements of Discrete Mathematics 3

or MTH 331 Proof: Introduction to Higher MathematicsStatisticsSTA 301 Applied Statistics 3-4

or STA 261 Statisticsor ECE 345 Applied Probability and Statistics for Engineers

Mathematics/Statistics Electives 9-10Take three of the following:

STA 333 Nonparametric StatisticsSTA 363 Introduction to Statistical ModelingSTA 365 Statistical Monitoring and Design of

ExperimentsSTA 401 ProbabilitySTA 402 Statistical ProgrammingSTA 404 Advanced Data VisualizationSTA 427 Introduction to Bayesian StatisticsSTA 432 Survey Sampling in BusinessSTA 466 Experimental Design MethodsSTA 467 Statistical LearningMTH 222 Introduction to Linear AlgebraMTH 245 Differential Equations for EngineersMTH 251 Calculus II

or MTH 249 Calculus IIMTH 252 Calculus IIIMTH 347 Differential EquationsMTH 411 Foundations of GeometryMTH 421 Introduction to Abstract AlgebraMTH 432 OptimizationMTH 436 Combinatorial Designs and Coding

TheoryMTH 437 Game Theory and Related TopicsMTH 438 Theory and Applications of GraphsMTH 439 CombinatoricsMTH 441 Real AnalysisMTH 447 Topics in Mathematical Finance

Natural Science Electives 8-10Select two of the following six options

BIO/MBI 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology,Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity

BIO/MBI 116 Biological Concepts: Structure,Function, Cellular, and MolecularBiology

CHM 141& CHM 144

College Chemistryand College Chemistry Laboratory

CHM 142& CHM 145

College Chemistryand College Chemistry Laboratory

PHY 191 General Physics with Laboratory IPHY 192 General Physics with Laboratory II

Mathematics/Statistics/Science Elective 1 3-5Select one additional course from one of the following

Any of the above Mathematics/Statistics ElectivesAny of the above Natural Science ElectivesAny Global Miami Plan Natural Science (MPF IV A or IVB)

Computer Science CoreCEC 101 Computing, Engineering & Society 1CSE 102 Introduction to Computer Science and

Software Engineering3

CSE 174 Fundamentals of Programming andProblem Solving

3

CSE 201 Introduction to Software Engineering 3CSE/CIT 262 Technology, Ethics, and Global Society 3

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CSE 271 Object-Oriented Programming 3CSE 274 Data Abstraction and Data Structures 3CSE 278 Systems I: Introduction to Systems

Programming3

CSE 381 Systems 2: OS, Currency,Virtualization, and Security

3

CSE 383 Web Application Programming 3CSE 448 Senior Design Project 2 2CSE 449 Senior Design Project 2 2CSE 464 Algorithms 3CSE 465 Comparative Programming Languages 3CSE Electives (a total of 21 hours are required) 2115 to 21 hours of computer science electives:

CSE 287 Foundations of Computer Graphicsand Games

CSE 385 Database SystemsCSE 387 Advanced Graphics and Game Engine

DesignCSE 443 High Performance Computing &

Parallel ProgrammingCSE 451 Web Services and Service Oriented

ArchitecturesCSE/BIO 466 Bioinformatics Computing SkillsCSE 467 Computer and Network SecurityCSE 470 Special Topics In CSECSE 471 SimulationCSE 473 Automata, Formal Languages, and

ComputabilityCSE 474 Compiler DesignCSE 485 Advanced Database SystemsCSE 486 Introduction to Artificial IntelligenceCSE 487 Game Design and Implementation

0 to 6 hours of affiliate electives:CSE 211 Software ConstructionCSE 212 Software Engineering for User

Interface and User Experience DesignCSE 270 Special TopicsCSE 273 Optimization ModelingCSE 311 Software Architecture and DesignCSE 321 Software Quality Assurance and

TestingCSE 322 Software RequirementsCSE 372 Stochastic ModelingECE 287 Digital Systems DesignECE 387 Embedded Systems DesignECE 461 Network Performance AnalysisISA 401 Business Intelligence and Data

VisualizationISA 414 Managing Big DataISA 491 Introduction to Data Mining in

BusinessSelect 0 to 3 hours of research electives:

CSE 340U Undergraduate Summer ScholarsProgram (requires petition)

CSE 480 Special Problems (honors Program)CSE 491 Undergraduate Research

Total Credit Hours 99-105

1 Computer Science majors are required to take at least 31 hours ofmathematics, statistics, and natural science courses. Mathematicscourses must be selected from courses at or beyond MTH 151.

2 IMS 440 may be substituted for CSE 448/CSE 449, but only withprior approval from the CSE Department. See your CSE academicadvisor before enrolling.

Note: Additional free elective hours may need to be taken.