Computer Science
| Grantham's Degree Programs | Credit Hours |
| Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science | 126 credit hours |
| Associate Degree | 65 credit hours |
Computer Science Program Description
The Computer Science degree program is designed to prepare students for advanced, technical computer systems design and development work. It includes the study of the database design, data communications, procedural and object-oriented programming, operating systems design, algorithm development, and applications of artificial intelligence. The curriculum includes basic course work in electronics technology and the theory of programming languages. Students focus on developing computer-based solutions involving hardware and software components and integration.
Computer Science Course Highlights
| CS200 | Programming in Java |
| CS208 | Programming in JavaScript |
| CS212 | .NET Concepts and Principles |
| CS259 | Database Applications |
| CS263 | Programming in C |
| CS265 | Programming in C++ |
| CS270 | Data Structures |
| CS336 | Systems Analysis & Design |
| CS405 | Software Engineering |
| CS412 | .NET Implementations |
View the Associate Degree Curriculum
View the Bachelor's Degree Curriculum
"...Computer scientists and database administrators are expected to be among the fastest growing occupations through 2014. Employment of these computer specialists is expected to grow much faster than the average..."U.S. Department of Labor |
Career Specific Information
Computer Science:
Computer science jobs are distinguished by the higher level of theoretical expertise and innovation applied to complex problems and the creation or application of new technology. Graduates are prepared to work in a range of positions, from entry-level computer scientists and systems engineers to project managers leading advanced applications of computer science to real-world problems. Using complexity theory, hardware, and programming language design, they work on multidisciplinary projects, such as developing and advancing uses of virtual reality, in human-computer interaction, or in robotics.
| 7-year Job Growth Forecast:
In the next 7 years, the Computer Science field is projected to grow by over 574 full and part-time jobs annually. |
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| Average Salaries:
If you choose to work in the Computer Science field, you can expect to earn: |
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| The Job Market:
In 2005, there were over 22,385 positions in the Computer Science field. |
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| The information on Job Titles, Salary, Job Growth, and Descriptions was assembled primarily from information from MONEY Magazine, Salary.com, and the BLS May '05 National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates study. They are not promises or guarantees, and they should not take the place of prospective students doing their own research on other possible career outcomes. | |
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