Learning Outcomes

Student Outcomes

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.

Program Educational Objectives

The educational objectives for our ABET-accredited Computer Science (General) concentration are as follows:

1. Assume an active role in evaluating technologies and methodologies to guide the design and development of computer-based solutions.
2. Exercise judgment in the conception and development of computing solutions with an understanding of professional, ethical, and social responsibilities. 
3. Be an effective member of a team and be able to communicate computing solutions in a variety of settings. 
4. Engage in continuing professional development and/or progress toward an advanced degree.  

Program Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes for the Computer Information Systems (CIS) concentration are as follows:

Graduates of the Computer Information Systems program will be able to:

1. analyze a computer-based solution in software and hardware,
2. design a computer-based solution in software and hardware,
3. implement and evaluate a computer-based solution in software and hardware,
4. demonstrate an understanding of the local and global societal impact of computing,
5. demonstrate awareness of professional, ethical, and social responsibilities related to computing,
6. communicate effectively (written and oral),
7. function effectively on teams,
8. demonstrate recognition of the need for life-long learning and professional development.
9. provide methods for the delivery of an information system.
10. manage and troubleshoot an information system.
11. understand current business practices in IT.