Objectives & Outcomes

Computer Science BS

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, our Computer Science BS graduates are expected to:

• Practice in a computing-related profession and/or pursue advanced studies.
• Function as responsible professionals with the ability to progress within their organizations.
• Pursue professional development through continuing education and/or participation in computing oriented events and organizations.

Student Outcomes

Computer Science BS graduates of Texas Tech University should attain the following student outcomes

• An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the program's student outcomes and to the discipline
• An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
• An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs
• An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal
• An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society
• Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development
• An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
• An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
• An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

Enrollment

Fall 2017

Degrees Awarded

Academic Year 2016-2017

Degrees awarded: December 2016, May 2017, August 2017

Computer Science Program Specific Criteria

The program must enable students to attain, by the time of graduation:

• An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
• An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

Accreditation

The Program Educational Objectives, Student Outcomes & Program Specific Criteria are presented in the 2017-2018 course catalog.

The Computer Science BS program is Accredited by the Computing Accredition commision of ABET http://www.abet.org