Computer Science Undergraduate Assessment

The Computer Science BS Program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Programs.

Program Educational Objectives

PEO I: Graduates will be successful in pursuing their chosen career path. Evidence of success may include:

  1. Employment in the computing profession
  2. Obtaining advanced degrees in computing or a related discipline
  3. Founding technology companies or participating in startup ventures

PEO II: Graduates will adapt and innovate in a rapidly changing field. Indicators of success may include:

  1. Engage in lifelong learning activities
  2. Engage in professional development
  3. Contribute to professional societies and organizations
  4. Promote growth and prosperity of the state and national economy
  5. Foster personal and organizational growth

PEO III: Graduates will engage in service and ethical behavior. Indicators of success include:

  1. Service to the professional community
  2. Uphold ethical standards
  3. Comply with software licensing
  4. Promote privacy protection
  5. Ensure quality and safety
  6. Commit to social responsibility and integrity in all their professional endeavors

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.