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Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) is designed for students planning a career in computing. To complete the BSCS, students must meet all requirements for an applied science degree from the McKelvey School of Engineering in addition to the below requirements. The degree requires 120 units including core courses, math courses, and electives.
Core Requirements* | ||
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CSE 131 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 units |
CSE 132 | Introduction to Computer Engineering | 3 units |
CSE 240 or Math 310 |
Logic and Discrete Mathematics Foundations for Higher Mathematics |
3 units |
CSE 247 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 units |
CSE 332S | Object-Oriented Software Development Laboratory | 3 units |
CSE 347 | Analysis of Algorithms | 3 units |
Total units | 18 |
*Each of these core courses must be passed with a grade of C- or better.
Technical Elective Requirements |
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At least 24 additional units in computer science or computer science-related courses with an S, M, T or A suffix of which at least one must be a systems (S) course and at least one must be a machine (M) or application (A) course. In satisfying these technical electives, up to 6 units may be taken outside the CSE classroom. Independent work (CSE 400E, CSE 497-CSE499) is possible by finding a suitable faculty mentor for the work. Such work can be classified as S, M, T or A with approval. Some or all of the 6 units may also be satisfied by taking courses in other departments with significant technical computing content, including those outside of the Engineering School. Complete the following form to request review of non-CSE courses: Elective Request |
Students with interests in a particular area of computing should refer to the technical elective course sequences for suggestions on which courses are relevant to that area. |
Math Requirements | ||
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Math 131* | Calculus I | 3 units |
Math 132* | Calculus II | 3 units |
Math 233* | Calculus III | 3 units |
Math 309 or ESE 318 |
Matrix Algebra Engineering Mathematics A |
3 units |
ESE 326 |
Probability and Statistics for Engineering
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3 units |
Total units | 15 |
*Upon completing a course in the calculus sequence (Math 131-Math 132-Math 233) with a grade of C+ or better, the student may apply to receive credit for the preceding courses in the calculus sequence by following the department's back credit policy.
Additional Departmental Requirements* | ||
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CWP 100 | College Writing I | 3 units |
Engr 310 | Technical Writing | 3 units |
Natural Sciences electives | 8 units | |
Humanities and Social Sciences electives | 18 units | |
Total Units | 32 |
All courses taken to meet any of the above requirements (with the exception of the humanities and social sciences electives) cannot be taken on a pass/fail basis.