Computer Information Systems, B.S.

College of Engineering and Computing

Become an expert in managing computing and business. Open up more opportunities with your career through our Computer Information Systems program.

This program focuses on the practical application of computer science and engineering, encouraging you to think strategically about technology and understand how to communicate both the details and the big picture with other people. This is a dynamic field that is perfect for students with a passion for computers.

Program Highlights

ABET and SACS Accredited

Earn peace of mind that you're receiving a quality and certified education through our program.
Optional Concentrations

Supplement your education by taking concentrations specializing in either cybersecurity or artificial intelligence.
Capstone Project

Complete your major through our two-semester Capstone computing project where you will design and develop software.

What You’ll Study

As a computer science major, you are required to take two cybersecurity classes -- CSCE 201 and CSCE 522 -- which are both very popular. The final course of the major is a two-semester Capstone Computing Project where you will design software applications, sometimes working with outside clients that need a new application built for them.

Program Website Degree Details Admissions Info

Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

Software Engineering

Applying systematic approaches to design, develop, test and maintain software systems to meet specific requirements

Artificial Intelligence

Developing intelligent systems that can perform tasks and make decisions that typically require human intelligence

Cybersecurity

Protecting computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, data breaches and other security threats
Data Structure and Algorithms

Creating efficient ways to store and manipulate data for optimal computational performance

Business Applications Programming

Developing software solutions tailored to meet specific business needs and enhance operational efficiency

Computer Hardware Foundations

Studying the fundamentals of computer components and systems to understand their principles and operation