Computer Science Minor

Program: Minor
Department of Computer Science
College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science

Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Building 125 ~ 260-481-6803

Computer Science is a growing field with a high demand for capable individuals who possess skills in programming, development of software systems, computing, and the flexibility to adapt as technology changes. The Computer Science program provides students a durable technical foundation in an environment of rapid technical change, promotes their professional growth through contact with the best professional practice, and enables them to play a role in resource and technical leadership in the global society. Students of the program gain the skills and knowledge in Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Science, Security, Intelligence Systems, Web Technology, Computer Graphics & Visualization, Computer Systems & Networks, Database Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Cloud Computing, and Algorithm & Complexity. Earning a Minor in Computer Science will prepare you for a career as a computer professional, which is highly sought after and constantly evolving. It will also equip you with the knowledge and skills needed in order to pursue advanced studies in a graduate program.

Student Learning Outcomes:

The graduates from the Computer Science program are expected to know and gain the ability to:

Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions

Accreditation:

The B.S. program in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Program Delivery:

The Computer Science program is mainly delivered through on-campus courses. However, limited number of courses are available as hybrid courses.

General Requirements:

Program Requirements:

If you are pursuing a major other than computer science, you may earn a minor in computer science by completing the following courses.

Required Courses: Credits 14

CS 16000 - Introduction to Computer Science I Cr. 4.
CS 16100 - Introduction to Computer Science II Cr. 4.
CS 26000 - Data Structures Cr. 3.
MA 17500 - Introductory Discrete Mathematics Cr. 3.

CS 20000+ Electives: Credits 6

Any CS 20000 level or higher level courses except CS 30600.

GPA Requirement

You must satisfy the Purdue Fort Wayne and the College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Cumulative GPA requirement for graduation.

Academic Regulations

Only Computer Science courses in which you have earned a grade of C or better can be applied to the degree or used to satisfy prerequisites.
At least 10 credits must be completed at Purdue Fort Wayne or another Purdue Campus.

Total Credits Required: 20

Student Responsibility

You are responsible for ensuring that you satisfy all graduation requirements specified for each selected program. Thus, it is essential that you develop a thorough understanding of the required courses, academic policies, and procedures governing your academic career. If you cannot complete all program requirements by your stated graduation date but fail to remove those from your plan of study, the Registrar’s Office in consultation with your academic advisor will remove unmet pursuits from your plan of study. Changing curricular records during the graduation term of application may affect state or federal financial aid awards. All requests for exceptions to specific requirements must be made in writing and may be granted only by written approval from the appropriate chair or dean.