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    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - General

    Computer science and software engineering professionals are in demand1 as firms rely more and more on new technology. Put yourself at the top of this rapidly growing industry1 with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree. In addition to important undergraduate foundation studies, you can learn computer programming languages, computer network systems and software engineering skills. The systems security and project management components of this degree add competitive, industry-current skill sets to your knowledge base.

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    CTU is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org

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    • Total Credits 

      183

    • Program Availability

      Colorado Springs | Denver | Online

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      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    • Courses

      Degree Requirements

      Courses: General Education
      COMS203Speech Communications4.5
      ENGL104Introductory Written Communication 4.5
      ENGL105Professional Written Communications 4.5
      HIST101Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century4.5
      MATH111College Algebra for Technical Programs4.5
      PHIL101Introduction to Ethics4.5
      PSYC102Introductory Psychology4.5
      SCI101Introduction to the Sciences4.5
      SCI103Science and Technology- Laboratory Course1.5
      SCI201Environmental Science and Sustainability4.5
      SOCL202Social Perspectives on Race, Gender, and Class4.5
      UNIV104Academic and Career Success4.5
      Total Credit Hours:51
      Courses: Core
      CE242Computer Architecture4
      CS101Problem Solving in Computer Science4
      CS118Principles of Programming Languages4
      CS119Introduction of Programming4
      CS219Python Programming4
      CS221SQL Programming4
      CS226Java Programming4
      CS228C++ Programming 4
      CS233Fundamentals of Data Structures 4
      CS253Introduction to Database Systems4
      CS267Computer Algorithms 4
      CS311Mobile Programming 4
      CS337Introduction to Parallel Computing4
      CS341Principles of Operating Systems4
      CS349Software Engineering4
      CS356Foundations of Big Data Analytics4
      CS491Computer Science Team Project I4
      CS492Computer Science Team Project II4
      CSS150Introduction to Computer Security4
      IT204Fundamentals of Networking4
      MATH211Applications of Discrete Mathematics for Computer Systems and IT4
      MATH311Data Driven Statistics for Computer Systems and IT4
      Total Credit Hours:88
      Courses- Concentration
      BSCSELESelect 44 Credits from the list of courses as shown below44
      Total Credit Hours:44

      note that all courses are not offered at all campuses. Consult with your academic advisor.

      Courses- Elective Choices
      CS227Linux Programming4
      CS349Software Engineering4
      CS361Principles of User Interface Design4
      CS367Streaming Data Analytics4
      CS368Fundamentals of Software Requirements4
      CS374Fundamentals of Software Design4
      CS378NoSQL Databases4
      CS379Machine Learning4
      CS468Software Service Construction4
      CS469Software Quality Assurance4
      CS473Data Mining4
      CS479Data Visualization4
      CSS200Principles of Network Security4
      CSS250Security Risk Management4
      CSS280Ethical Hacking4
      CSS321Software Assurance4
      EM200Introduction to Website Development4
      EM218Web Development II4
      EM228Scripting for the Web4
      EM270Emerging Media and Technology4
      IT304Computer Networks and Communications4

      Total Credit Hours: 183

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      Tuition

      Total tuition for this degree program will vary depending on your educational needs, existing experience, and other factors.

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      Ways to Save

      Cost of this degree may be reduced based on one or more of the following:

      Students in CTU bachelor's degree programs may bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom. CTU Fast Track™ lets students earn college credit for what they already know. As a result, students can complete their degree up to 30% faster. Just as important, by passing multiple Fast Track exams, students can save up to 30% on tuition because they won’t have to pay for the classes they test out of. There’s no additional cost for the exams and no penalty if a student fails to pass.*

      Take a look at the list of current Fast Track courses and see how many courses you may be able to earn credit for.

      *The ability to reduce time in school and/or reduce tuition depends on the number of Fast Track™ tests successfully passed. Fast Track™ program credits are unlikely to transfer. Not all programs are eligible for possible 30% reduction in time and money. Courses eligible subject to change.

    • Outcomes

      If you want to achieve more in your career, you have to own every opportunity— starting with the right bachelor’s degree. Potential career paths for those who earn a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree include:2

      • Systems Engineer
      • Applications Engineer
      • Network Engineer
      • Software Engineer
      • Software Developer
      • Security Engineer
      • Web Developer

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    1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Computer Systems Analysts, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-systems-analysts.htm (visited February 18, 2016).

    2http://burning-glass.com/job-market-data/; The career titles are provided by Burning Glass. These results are based upon an analysis of over 7 million current job listings compiled from over 17,000 sources – the world’s most comprehensive repository of job openings. Students who earn this degree should not view this list as exhaustive and are not limited to only these options post-graduation. Some career titles listed above may not be entry-level and may require further education or job experience.

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