Computer Science

Course	Credits	Name
COSC 199	3	Introduction to Computer Programming
COSC 220	4	Computer Science I
COSC 221	4	Computer Science II
COSC xxx	3	Computer Science Elective*
COSC xxx	3	Computer Science Elective*
COSC xxx	3	Computer Science Elective*

Course

Credits

Name

COSC 199

Introduction to Computer Programming

COSC 220

Computer Science I

COSC 221

Computer Science II

COSC xxx

Computer Science Elective*

COSC xxx

Computer Science Elective*

COSC xxx

Computer Science Elective*

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science

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Introduction

A computer science degree provides you with not only the technical skills needed to create, engineer, and build life-changing technologies, but also the analytical skills to think critically about the world, and how technology can make it better.

You can choose to major or minor in Computer Science.

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Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Sample Degree Plan

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You'll graduate ready to:

Apply your knowledge and skills to careers in technology-related fields
Study computer science at the graduate level

750+ Course Options

The Coppin State University Academic Catalog has a wide variety of skill-building courses designed to inspire and prepare you to be in-demand professionals and transformational leaders.

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Our computer science degree prepares you for success in advanced studies, or careers in computer-related industries.

There is more information about major requirements in the Program Requirements section on this page.

Program Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, students must complete 120 credit hours. These credit hours split among course prerequisites, major requirements, and electives. Expand each section below to see the range of course offerings.

Major Requirements

Course	Semester (if applicable)	name
COSC 199		Introduction to Computer Programming
COSC 220		Computer Science I
COSC 221		Computer Science II
COSC 302	Fall	Advanced Data Structures and Files
COSC 306	Spring	Operating Systems
COSC 307	Fall	Artificial Intelligence
COSC 310	Fall	Systems Programming
COSC 312	Spring	Database Management Principles
COSC 314	Spring	Web Programming
COSC 316	Spring	Assembly Language and Machine Organization
COSC 339	Fall	Programming with Visual Basic
COSC 406	Spring	Data Communication Systems
COSC 409	Fall	Software Engineering
COSC 420	Fall	Special Topics in Computer Science
COSC 417	Spring	Computer Science Senior Seminar
MATH 131		College Algebra for Math and Science Majors
MATH 132		Precalculus
MATH 201		Calculus I
MATH 202		Calculus II
MATH 211		Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 212		Discrete Mathematics II
MATH 301		Linear Algebra
MATH 302		Numerical Methods
PHYS 303		Mechanics and Particle Dynamics
PHYS 304		Heat, Electricity, and Magnetism

The 8 credits of calculus-based physics courses also serve as the natural science General Education Requirement (GER).

Electives

Course	Semester (if applicable)	name
COSC 412	Spring	Computer Graphics
COSC 414	Spring	Advanced Web Programming

Remember! You must complete all major and prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher.

Assessment and Additional Graduation Requirements

Each computer science major must take an assessment to be considered for graduation. Department faculty create the assessment. It involves completing an individual or group project related to topics taught in major courses.

In addition to the assessment, each major must also take a final capstone course (COSC 417) during senior year. This course covers current and advanced topics in the field, and brings together concepts learned throughout the program.

Sample Degree Plan

This plan is to show the program plan for a degree in Computer Science. It is for example purposes only. Your academic journey may be slightly different from another student’s journey, so be sure to always communicate with your academic advisor before finalizing your course schedule.

Fall Semester

Course	name
ENGL 101	English Composition I
ECON 103	Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurial Economics
MATH 131	Math for Liberal Arts
ORIE 101	Freshman Seminar
HIST 205	African American History I
PHIL 102	Introduction to Logic

Spring Semester

course	name
ENGL 102	English Composition II
PHSC 103	Technology and Human Affairs
SPCH 105	Speech Communication
COSC 199	Introduction to Programming
HIST 206	African-American History II

Fall Semester

Course	name
ECON 201	Introduction to Economics
IDIS 103	Visual Arts and Theatre
WLIT 207	World Literature
BIOL 101	Biological Sciences
COSC 220	Computer Science I

Spring Semester

Course	name
COSC 221	Computer Science II
COSC 314	Web Programming
MATH 301	Linear Algebra
COSC 316	Assembly Language
MATH 132	Precalculus

Fall Semester

Course	name
COSC 302	Advanced Data Structure and Files
COSC 339	Visual Basi
COSC 307	Artificial Intelligence
MATH 211	Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 201	Calculus I

Spring Semester

course	name
COSC 420	Special Topics
COSC 306	Operating Systems
COSC 312	Databases
MATH 212	Discrete Mathematics I
MATH 202	Calculus II

Fall Semester

Course	name
COSC 310	System Programming
COSC 409	Software Engineering
COSC 417	Senior Seminar
XXXX xxx	General Elective or Minor
XXXX xxx	General Elective or Minor

Spring Semester

Course	Name
COSC 406	Data Communications
COSC 412	Computer Graphics
COSC 414	Advanced Web Programming
MATH 302	Numerical Methods
XXXX xxx	General Elective

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