Applied Computer Science (MS)
Program of Study
The Master of Science in Applied Computer Science program requires students to complete 30 hours of computer science coursework and an exit course, CPSC 6000 Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science. The students must select one of the following three concentrations:
- Software Development
- AI and Data Science
- General
Software Development
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Area 1 Program Core | ||
| CPSC 6109 | Algorithms Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CPSC 6119 | Object-Oriented Development | 3 |
| CPSC 6185 | Intelligent Systems | 3 |
| CYBR 6126 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| Area 1 Total | 12 | |
| Area 2 Program Concentration | ||
| CPSC 6127 | Contemporary Issues in Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CPSC 6175 | Web Engineering and Technologies | 3 |
| CPSC 6177 | Software Design and Development | 3 |
| CPSC 6179 | Software Project Planning and Management | 3 |
| Area 2 Total | 12 | |
| Area 3: Program Electives | 6 | |
| Select either of the following options: | ||
6 credits of 6000-level CPSC or CYBR courses (including an internship) 1 | ||
| Area 4: Graduate Exit Examination | ||
| CPSC 6000 | Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science 2 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
- 1
With the exception of CPSC 6105 Fundamental Principles of Computer Science, CPSC 6103 Computer Science Principles for Teachers, and CPSC 6106 Fundamentals of Computer Programming and Data Structures.
- 2
Graduating students must successfully complete CPSC 6000 Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science which will require the student to complete an exit survey, an exit interview, and a comprehensive exam.
AI and Data Science
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Area 1 Program Core | ||
| CPSC 6109 | Algorithms Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CPSC 6119 | Object-Oriented Development | 3 |
| CPSC 6185 | Intelligent Systems | 3 |
| CYBR 6126 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| Area 1 Total | 12 | |
| Area 2 Program Concentration | ||
| CPSC 6114 | Applied Machine Learning | 3 |
| CPSC 6121 | Data Science and Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| CPSC 6124 | Deep Learning | 3 |
| CPSC 6147 | Data Visualization and Statistical Inference | 3 |
| Area 2 Total | 12 | |
| Area 3: Program Electives | ||
| Select either of the following options: | 6 | |
6 credits of 6000-level CPSC or CYBR courses (including an internship) 1 | ||
| Area 4: Graduate Exit Examination | ||
| CPSC 6000 | Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science 2 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
- 1
With the exception of CPSC 6105 Fundamental Principles of Computer Science, CPSC 6103 Computer Science Principles for Teachers, and CPSC 6106 Fundamentals of Computer Programming and Data Structures. Recommended elective: CPSC 6127 Contemporary Issues in Database Management Systems.
- 2
Graduating students must successfully complete CPSC 6000 Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science which will require the student to complete an exit survey, an exit interview, and a comprehensive exam.
General
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Area 1 Program Core | ||
| CPSC 6109 | Algorithms Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CPSC 6119 | Object-Oriented Development | 3 |
| CPSC 6185 | Intelligent Systems | 3 |
| CYBR 6126 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| Area 1 Total | 12 | |
| Area 2 Program Concentration | ||
| CPSC 6125 | Operating Systems Design and Implementation | 3 |
| CPSC 6127 | Contemporary Issues in Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CPSC 6157 | Network and Cloud Management | 3 |
| CPSC 6177 | Software Design and Development | 3 |
| Area 2 Total | 12 | |
| Area 3: Program Electives | 6 | |
| Select either of the following options: | ||
6 credits of 6000-level CPSC or CYBR courses (including an internship) 1 | ||
| Area 4: Graduate Exit Examination | ||
| CPSC 6000 | Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science 2 | 0 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
- 1
With the exception of CPSC 6105 Fundamental Principles of Computer Science, CPSC 6103 Computer Science Principles for Teachers, and CPSC 6106 Fundamentals of Computer Programming and Data Structures.
- 2
Graduating students must successfully complete CPSC 6000 Graduate Exit Examination in Computer Science which will require the student to complete an exit survey, an exit interview, and a comprehensive exam.
Admission Requirements
- An undergraduate degree in any field from an accredited college or university with a minimum 2.75 cumulative undergraduate GPA. The minimum GPA requirement is waived for those with a GRE score of 290 or above or acceptable demonstrated work experience in software development.
- Students who meet the admission requirements but do not have a CS or related degree will be required to complete the courses CPSC 6105 Fundamental Principles of Computer Science and CPSC 6106 Fundamentals of Computer Programming and Data Structures with a grade of B or better before taking6000-level courses for graduate credit in the program.
- A current resume reflecting professional experience and/or academic achievements.