Computer Science:$ign of the Times

Karen Reed

CSIS 1001/sec.06

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What Will I Learn?• Provides instruction for computer science

foundations , emphasis on computer systems.

• Provides experience with information technology, emphasis on programming.

• Implements use of computing principles in a variety of projects.

What can the CS department provide?

• Instruction by well-educated faculty with varied industry and academic experience.

• Internships as early as the sophomore year.

• Use state-of-the-art facilities with excellent computer labs and support.

How do I get accepted to the University?

• Graduate from an accredited high school.

• Complete at least 15 required units in the University System College Preparation Curriculum.

• Meet standardized testing requirements.– SAT verbal min. 430, math 400– ACT verbal min. 18, math 22– HSGPA min. 2.0

Why do I need the core requirements?

• Provides students with general broad based knowledge.

• Utilizes student strengths in other areas to build on weaknesses.

• Exhibits instruction across disciplines.

Could I be a computer science major?

• Tolerate long hours of work.

• Enjoy solving problems.

• Be equally comfortable working alone or in groups.

What should I expect as Major requirements?

• Expect many math and logic courses.

• Complete a senior project related to your expertise.

• Demonstrate professional writing skills.

What about Major electives?

• Pick from a variety of specialty classes instructed by professionals in that field.– Software development

– Systems development

– Math disciplines

• Complete 5 specialty classes in your related area..• Choose 3 more classes from any discipline at the

university.

Will I be ready for the real world when I finish?

• Work is plentiful in the industry.– Information Technology– software engineer– software development

• Earn beginning salaries of approximately $35,000.

• Go anywhere to live-especially metropolitan areas.

Expected Salaries *Note-Fake Data*

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$100,000

NewHire

FiveYrs

TenYrs

Teacher

Programmer

Business Admin.

Why choose KSU?

• Provides flexible class times.

• Has easy registration protocol.

• Promotes a fun and safe learning environment for people of all ages.