Combined Computer Science, BA & Computer Science, MS

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The combined B.A.in Computer Science/M.S in Computer Science program allows students to earn a B.A. in Computer Science and an M.S. in Computer Science in a total of 5 years.  Up to nine (9) semester credit hours of graduate electives at the CS/CEG 6000/7000 may be double-counted and applied to both the B.A and the M.S degree requirements.

Admission Requirements

• Full-time student
• Computer science major
• Have accumulated between 60 and 90 credit hours toward degree
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2
• Overall GPA in computer science and engineering courses of at least 3.2
• Complete the admission application

Once admitted to the program, the student must complete a program of study for the M.S. in Computer Science.

B.A. Program Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the B.A. in computer science will have:

• An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate 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

M.S. Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master’s of Science program in Computer Science shall:

• Have the ability to apply abstract reasoning to complex problems in computer science
• Have the ability to solve a broad range of problems through the application of current computer science techniques

For More Information

• Computer Science, BACS
• Computer Science, MS
• Department of Computer Science and Engineering
• College of Engineering and Computer Science

Program Requirements:

I. Wright State Core: 40 Hours

COMMUNICATIONS: 6 HOURS

• ENG 1100 - Academic Writing and Reading Credit Hour(s): 3
• EGR 3350 - Technical Communications for Engineers and Computer Scientists Credit Hour(s): 3

MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2240 - Applied Calculus Credit Hour(s): 4

• OR

• MTH 2280 - Business Calculus Credit Hour(s): 4

GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

Required

• CS 1000 - Technology and Society Credit Hour(s): 3

ARTS/HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

SOCIAL SCIENCE: 6 HOURS

NATURAL SCIENCE: 8 HOURS

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• STT 1600 - Statistical Concepts Credit Hour(s): 4

II. Computer Science and Engineering Courses: 58 Hours

A. REQUIRED COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES: 17 HOURS

• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4
• CS 1181 - Computer Science II Credit Hour(s): 4
• CS 2800 - Web Development I Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 3700 - Introduction to Databases & Modeling Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 3100 - Data Structures and Algorithms Credit Hour(s): 3

B. REQUIRED COMPUTER ENGINEERING COURSES: 17 HOURS

• CEG 2400 - Introduction to PC Networking Credit Hour(s): 3
• CEG 2350 - Operating System Concepts and Usage Credit Hour(s): 4
• CEG 3310 - Computer Organization Credit Hour(s): 4
• CEG 4110 - Introduction to Software Engineering Credit Hour(s): 3

C. CS/CEG ELECTIVES (2000 LEVEL OR HIGHER): 15 HOURS

At least 6 credit hours must be at the 4000 level

        *CEG 4350 is required

• CEG 4350 - Operating System Internals and Design Credit Hour(s): 3

D. B.A. - M.S. DUAL CREDIT ELECTIVES: 9 HOURS

9 credit hours must be at the CS/CEG 6000/7000 level

III. Quantitative Reasoning: 4 Hours

• MTH 2570 - Discrete Mathematics for Computing Credit Hour(s): 4

• OR

• CS 2200 - Discrete Structures and Their Algorithms Credit Hour(s): 4

IV. General Electives: 18 Hours

Electives may be from any area of study approved by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering

V. Non-Thesis Option: 21 hours

The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Science core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.

A. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 30 CS/CEG graduate credit hours. This includes credit hours taken as Dual Credit Electives. At least 16 credit hours must be in CS courses.

6 credit hours of CS/CEG core classes

12 additional credit hours of CS/CEG courses at the 7000/8000 level

Maximum of 12 credit hours of CS/CEG 6000 level courses, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study

Completion of all requirements in 6 years

B. CS/CEG CORE COURSES:

The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Science core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.

• CS 7200 - Algorithm Design and Analysis Credit Hour(s): 3

• and one of the following courses

• CEG 7370 - Distributed Computing Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 7100 - Advanced Programming Languages Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 7140 - Advanced Software Engineering Credit Hour(s): 3

C. CS/CEG 7000/8000 LEVEL COURSES

Total of 12 credit hours at the CS/CEG 7000/8000 level required including those taken as Dual Credit Electives

D. CS/CEG 6000 LEVEL COURSES

Maximum of 12 credit hours at the 6000 level, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study

CS/CEG 6000 level courses may include Dual Credit Electives

V. Thesis Option: 21 hours

The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Science core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.

A. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 30 CS/CEG graduate credit hours. This includes credit hours taken as Dual Credit Electives. At least 16 credit hours must be in CS courses.

6 credit hours of CS/CEG core classes

6 additional credit hours of CS/CEG courses at the 7000/8000 level

Maximum of 9 credit hours of CS/CEG 6000 level courses, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study

Maximum of 9 credit hours of thesis

Submission of an approved CS Master’s thesis

Completion of all requirements in 6 years

B. CS/CEG CORE COURSES:

The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Science core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.

• CS 7200 - Algorithm Design and Analysis Credit Hour(s): 3

• and one of the following courses

• CEG 7370 - Distributed Computing Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 7100 - Advanced Programming Languages Credit Hour(s): 3
• CS 7140 - Advanced Software Engineering Credit Hour(s): 3

C. CS/CEG 7000/8000 LEVEL COURSES

Total of 6 credit hours at the CS/CEG 7000/8000 level required including those taken as Dual Credit Electives

D. CS/CEG 6000 LEVEL COURSES

Maximum of 9 credit hours at the 6000 level, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study

CS/CEG 6000 level courses may include Dual Credit Electives

E. THESIS: 9 HOURS MAXIMUM

Submission of an approved CS Master’s thesis

Total: 141 hours