Computer Science Major, Concentration in Software Development
Software systems impact all aspects of life, from phones, to cars, to work lives, and beyond. Software developers analyze the software and infrastructure needs of people and organizations and then coordinate the design, implementation, and testing of the solutions. This concentration provides students with the skills, techniques, and knowledge needed to pursue a career in this field.
Program Outcomes for the Major in Computer Science, Concentration in Software Development
Graduates of the Software Development Concentration will be able to (in addition to the Computer Science Major Program Learning Outcomes):
- Work with stakeholders to specify, design, develop, test, modify, and document a software system.
- Organize, plan, follow, and improve on, appropriate software development methodologies and team processes for a software project.
- Evaluate, select, and use appropriate tools for source code control, build, test, deployment, and documentation management.
- Evaluate, select, and apply appropriate testing techniques and tools, develop test cases, and perform software reviews.
- Apply professional judgement, exhibit professional behavior, and keep skills up-to- date
A laptop computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux is required for courses in the Computer Science program. 16GB of memory is suggested. A Chromebook will not work.
Requirements for the Concentration in Software Development
12 credits in addition to the Core, Elective, and Ancillary courses.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | (38 credits) | |
| CS-101 | Basics of Computer Science | 3 |
| CS-140 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| CS-155 | Computer Networking and Security | 3 |
| CS-225 | Discrete Structures I | 3 |
| CS-242 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CS-248 | Algorithm Analysis | 3 |
| CS-254 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 4 |
| CS-282 | Unix Systems Programming | 3 |
| CS-286 | Database Design and Applications | 3 |
| CS-295 | Discrete Structures II | 3 |
| CS-348 | Software Process Management | 3 |
| CS-373 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| Elective Courses | (3 credits) | |
| Credits in Computer Science courses at the 300 level or above 1 | 3 | |
| Ancillary Requirements 2 | (31 credits) | |
| CM-110 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| EN-252 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| UR-230 | Technology, Public Policy and Urban Society | 3 |
| or PH-134 | Computing Ethics | |
| MA-150 | Statistics I 3 | 3 |
| or MA-302 | Probability and Statistics | |
| MA-200 | Calculus I | 4 |
| 2 lab science courses | 8 | |
| 2 approved math or science course chosen from a department-approved list of courses 4 | 7 | |
| Requirements for the Concentration in Software Development | (9 credits) | |
| CS-343 | Software Construction, Design and Architecture | 3 |
| CS-443 | Software Quality Assurance and Testing | 3 |
| CS-448 | Software Development Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credits | 81 | |
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Up to 3 credits of Internship (CS-498) and up to 3 credits of Independent Study (CS-499) may be used to satisfy the major elective requirements.
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31 credits (may apply to LASC requirements). These ancillary courses cannot be taken on a pass/fail basis
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Students planning a Mathematics minor or a Computer Science/Mathematics double major should take MA-302.
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Students planning a Mathematics minor or a Computer Science/Mathematics double major should take math courses required for the Mathematics minor/major.
Department of Computer Science: Software Development Concentration
Sample Timeline for Completion of Degree
This four-year plan assumes a Math Placement score of at least 6.
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester One | Credits | |
| CS-101 | Basics of Computer Science | 3 |
| EN-101 | College Writing I | 3 |
| MA-190 | Pre-calculus (or Math/Science Course) 1,2 | 4 |
| LASC | Freshman Seminar (FYS) | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (CON) 3 | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester Two | ||
| CS-140 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| CS-155 | Computer Networking and Security | 3 |
| EN-102 | College Writing II | 3 |
| MA-200 | Calculus I (QR) | 4 |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Semester Three | ||
| CS-225 | Discrete Structures I | 3 |
| CS-242 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CS-286 | Database Design and Applications | 3 |
| EN-252 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| UR-230 or PH-134 | Technology, Public Policy and Urban Society (HBS) or Computing Ethics | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester Four | ||
| CS-282 | Unix Systems Programming | 3 |
| CS-295 | Discrete Structures II | 3 |
| CM-110 | Public Speaking (TLC) | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (GP) 3 | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (CA) | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Year Three | ||
| Semester Five | ||
| CS-248 | Algorithm Analysis | 3 |
| CS-254 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 4 |
| CS-348 | Software Process Management | 3 |
| MA-150 or MA-302 | Statistics I 4 or Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester Six | ||
| CS-373 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS-443 | Software Quality Assurance and Testing | 3 |
| LASC | Math or Science course 2 | 3-4 |
| LASC | Lab Science (NSP) | 4 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (USW) 3 | 3 |
| Credits | 16-17 | |
| Year Four | ||
| Semester Seven | ||
| CS-343 | Software Construction, Design and Architecture | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (NSP) 3 | 4 |
| SELECT | General Elective | 3 |
| SELECT | General Elective | 3 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Semester Eight | ||
| CS-448 | Software Development Capstone | 3 |
| LASC | LASC Elective (ICW) 3 | 3 |
| SELECT | 300+ Level Elective in Major | 3 |
| SELECT | General Elective | 3 |
| SELECT | General Elective | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 120-121 | |
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If the students math placement score requires her/him to take MA-190, it should be taken this semester, so that MA-200 can be taken in the Spring semester. EN-101 & EN-102 satisfy LASC writing requirements.
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All Math and Science courses must be selected from a list of department approved courses.
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The sequence of LASC courses marked with 3 is a suggestion but serves as a reminder that LASC designated courses must be taken to satisfy the LASC requirements
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Students planning a Mathematics minor or a Computer Science/Mathematics double major should take MA-302.
Note:
Once LASC requirements are satisfied, students may select general requirements. Please refer to the University Catalog for specific curriculum details regarding major and LASC requirements.
Students are required to meet with their academic advisor to review their courses for the upcoming semester. A minimum of 120 credits is required for graduation. First-year and transfer students with 45 or fewer credits at the time of admission shall complete two academic programs (a major/major or major/minor) to qualify for graduation. For more information, please view the MajorPlus section of this catalog.