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Graduates of this program will be able to analyze a complex computing problem and identify solutions; design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution; recognize professional responsibilities and make informed decisions; apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions, and more!
Program Requirements
| General Education Courses | Credits | ||
| Written and Oral Communications | 6 | ||
| Mathematics (MTH 118 required) | 4 | ||
| Natural Science (PHY 210/211 required, BIO 103/104, CHE 115/116* or PHY 212/213) | 8 | ||
| Social Science** (Any) | 6 | ||
| Arts and Humanities | 3 | ||
| History | 3 | ||
| Diversity | 3 | ||
| Total | 33 | ||
| Program Courses | |||
| CSE 110 | Introduction to Computer Science I | 4 | |
| CSE 112 | Introduction to Computer Science II | 4 | |
| CSE 210 | Machine & Assumbler Language | 3 | |
| MTH 119 | Calculus II and Analytic Geometry | 4 | |
| MTH 226 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 | |
| Total |
18 |
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| Electives (Select a minimum of 9 credits from the following): | |||
| CSE 114* | Object Oriented Programming and Data Abstraction | 4 | |
| CSE 135 | Computer Programming and Problem Solving | 3 | |
| CSE 215 | Programming Languages | 3 | |
| CSE 222 | Advanced Programming Workshop | 2 | |
| CSE 223 | Advanced Programming Workshop II | 2 | |
| CSE 225 | Computer Organizations | 3 | |
| MTH 201* | Linear Algebra | 3 | |
| PHY 212* | General Physics II | 3 | |
| PHY 213* | General Physics Laboratory II | 1 | |
| Total | 9 | ||
| Total Required Credits | 60 | ||
*Indicates course is recommended for Rowan University
** SOC 160 is recommended as one fo the social sciences for Rowan University
Advisory Board
The Computer Science Advisory Board is made up of industry partners, college administrators, faculty, alumni, and students. The board meets each semester to review degree program information, and goal metrics, and to improve partnerships and the programs’ ability to meet the needs of students and industry.
Pathway - Sequence of Courses
Sequence of course for the Computer Science degree - print out and use as a guide
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Course |
Credit |
Semester |
Grade |
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FIRST YEAR First Semester |
14 |
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ENG 101 College Composition I |
3 |
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MTH 118 Calculus I and Analytic Geometry (required) |
4 |
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| CSE 110 Intro to Computer Science I | 4 | ||
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Social Science** |
3
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Second Semester |
15 |
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ENG 102 College Composition II |
3 |
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MTH 119 Calculus II and Analytic Geometry |
4
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PHY 210/211 Principles of Physics (Lecture and Lab) |
4 |
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CSE 112 Introduction to Computer Science II |
4 |
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SECOND YEAR First Semester |
16 |
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MTH 226 Discrete Mathematics |
3 |
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PHY 212/213, or BIO 103/104, or CHE 115/116* |
4 |
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Diversity |
3 |
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Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
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Arts and Humanities |
3 |
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Second Semester |
15 |
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CSE 210 Machine and Assembler Language Programming |
3 |
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Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
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Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
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Social Sciences** |
3 |
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History |
3 |
*1- Pick 9 credits from the following
CSE 114*, CSE 135, CSE 215, CSE 222, CSE 223, CSE 225, MTH 201*, PHY 212*/213*
*Indicates course is recommended for Rowan University
**SOC 160 is recommended as one of the Social Sciences for RU
TOTAL REQUIRED: 60
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes for the Computer Science Degree
1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions
Enrollment and Graduation Data
Computer Science Club
The RCBC Computer Science Club offers students an opportunity to interact with other students in their area of study. Meetings generally include topical discussions, programming challenges and language tutorial exercises.
Graduation Requirement
Students graduating from this program must successfully complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of management and/or technical course work at Rowan College at Burlington County.
Program Contact
Chris Simber, Assistant Professor
Program Coordinator
(856) 222-9311, ext. 2090
csimber@rcbc.edu
College Catalog
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