Applied Computer Science

Applied Computer Science

The Applied Computer Science program offers a broad range of courses in theoretical computer science, software construction, data analytics, cloud computing, emerging and converging technologies and many more, which provide the much-needed opportunity for the development of a high degree of specialization and critical experience as computer professionals.

Applied Computer Science Students will…

• Master the knowledge of the most up-to-date technologies
• Use a wide array of technical skills to develop software applications that demand performance, reliability, and safety standards
• Engage in primary and secondary research
• Develop critical reasoning and technical writing skills
• Develop professional presentation skills
• Practice hands-on exposure to a variety of computer systems, tools, and techniques
• Receive excellent preparation for seeking careers in software-related computing fields

Career Planning

• There are most demanding and rewarding careers in the computing field
• New computer science graduates enjoy a hefty salary with a median base pay of $70,000/year. ~ glassdoor.com
• The job outlook for software developers is expected to grow 24 percent from 2016 to 2026. ~ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• The number of job openings for computer science graduates will outpace the number of graduates through 2024. ~ New York Times, November 2017