Software Development (B.S.)

Program Overview

Majors are introduced to the broad discipline of Computer and Information Science as they develop foundational competencies through a series of core courses. To complete their major, students select one or more of the following concentrations: Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Development, and Web Development. Students have opportunities to participate in programing competitions, service learning, summer research experiences, and professional internships.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. IDENTIFY SOLUTIONS … Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. (ABET)
2. SOLVE GIVEN PROBLEM … Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. (ABET)
3. COMMUNICATION … Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (ABET)
4. ETHICS … Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. (ABET)
5. TEAM … Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. (ABET)
6. PRODUCE SOLUTION … Apply software development fundamentals and software engineering principles to produce effective software solutions.
7. FAITH … Explain how Christian faith connects to their discipline and how the biblical call to vocation relates to their potential career options.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three credits from the following (System Operation):

Six credits from the following:

Four credits from the following (Junior/Senior year)

Three to four credits from the following:

General Education Requirements