Degree:	Bachelor of Science
Specializations:	Computer Science Computer Information Systems
Minors:	Computer Science Computer Information Systems Computer Technology Internet Technologies
Department:	Computer Science Building 79, Room 102 (850) 474-2542 computerscience@uwf.edu
College:	Arts and Sciences
Semester Hours Required for Degree: 120

The Computer Science program is comprised of two options. The Computer Science Option includes the theoretical foundations of computer science and the study of algorithms, data structures, software engineering, computer architecture, and the concepts of programming languages.

The Computer Information Systems option provides the student with a firm foundation of basic course work complemented by comprehensive instruction in principles of computer languages, problem solving, database concepts, and software engineering applications.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
In addition to general University requirements and General Studies requirements, students seeking the B.S. in Computer Science must meet the requirements listed below.

A minimum grade of "C-" is required for all courses in the major.

Students should consult with their academic advisor for courses which may satisfy both the General Studies requirements and common prerequisites.

Electives in both the CS and CIS options may be chosen from the following list, provided the course is not a degree program requirement, and the student has all the specified prerequisites for the course:

Cooperative education courses (up to 3 credits) are also acceptable electives.

Advanced topics courses (CAP, CDA, CEN, CIS, COP, and COT prefixes only) may be acceptable electives. In addition, 4000-5000 level electives that further the objectives of an individual program may also be chosen from the offerings of other departments (math, business, engineering, or the natural sciences). However, all these additional elective choices require the approval of the Chairperson of the Computer Science Department.

COMPUTER SCIENCE SPECIALIZATION

General Studies (36 sh)
Course descriptions are listed alphabetically by prefix at Course Listings/Descriptions.  For courses with a dash in the course For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog. Students should take MAC 2311 and MAC 2312 to satisfy the mathematics component, PHY 2048/2048L and PHY 2049/2049L to satisfy the natural sciences component, and PHI 2603 to satisfy the humanities/values component of General Studies.

Common Prerequisites (25 sh)
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. Courses in brackets indicate substitutes from Florida Public Community/Junior Colleges and Universities.

+ Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.

Lower Division Electives (0-12 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4999) to meet this elective requirement.

Major (45 sh)

Major-Related (15 sh)

Upper Division Electives (0 sh)

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIZATION

General Studies (36 sh)
For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog. Computer Information Systems majors should take STA 2023 and MAC 2233 to satisfy the mathematics component, ECO 2013 to satisfy the social science/socio-political component, and PHI 2603 to satisfy the humanities/values component of General Studies.

Common Prerequisites (27 sh)
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. Courses in brackets indicate substitutes from Florida Public Community/Junior Colleges and Universities.

+ Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.

Lower Division Electives (0-6 sh)
Sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4999) to meet this elective requirement.

Major (42 sh)

Major-Related (18 sh)
3000/4000 level electives approved by the advisor 18

Upper Division Electives (0 sh)

MINORS

The Department of Computer Science offers four Minors: Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Technology, and Internet Technologies. Students must complete all course work for the minor with a grade of "C-" or higher. Electives in all minor options may be chosen from the following categories, provided the course is not a minor program requirement and the student has all the specified prerequisites for the course:

Consult the Computer Science Department for a suggested sequence of 3000/4000 level elective courses appropriate for each minor.

Computer Science Minor (18 sh)
The Computer Science Minor provides students with knowledge of both basic hardware and software aspects of computer systems. Fundamentals of computer architectures and programming experience utilizing assembly language to high-level languages prepare students in this minor for software development on a variety of computing platforms. To prepare for the Computer Science Minor, students must take MAC 2311 or MAC 2233 to satisfy the prerequisites for CIS 3020 and COT 3100.

Computer Information Systems Minor (18 sh)
The Computer Information Systems Minor provides students with basic knowledge of the software aspects of computer systems. Students will be exposed to the utilization of various software packages and gain programming experience with database systems which facilitate managing information in business environments

Computer Technology Minor (18 sh)
The Computer Technology Minor provides students with knowledge of fundamental computing aspects within a wide range of technologies. This minor includes the study of the use of current software packages, the basics of modern microprocessors and assembly language, and some use of Internet technologies.

Internet Technologies Minor (18 sh)
The Internet Technologies Minor provides students with the skills necessary to utilize state-of-the-art tools to interface with the Internet. This minor includes courses addressing e-commerce, multimedia systems, computer graphics applications, web page design, and the socio-economic impact of these emerging technologies.