Computing Program Map
B.S. in Computing
The B.S. in Computing program enables students to gain a broad understanding of the ever changing field of Computing. Students will deepen their knowledge and sharpen their skills in one or more in-depth technical and career-focused areas. Upon graduation, students will find employment in high-demand careers in areas such as cybersecurity, information technology, system and network administration, and application development.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
51
Major Credit Hours
9
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C1: ENGL 1101
English Composition I |
3 |
|
M: MATH 1113
Precalculus |
4 |
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T3: CS 1300
Introduction to Computer Science |
4 |
|
A: Humanities |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
- Complete MATH 1113 with a C or better.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C2: ENGL 1102
English Composition II |
3 |
|
F: COMP 2300
Fundamentals of Computing |
3 |
|
F: CS 1301
Computer Science I |
4 |
|
I1: Written and Oral Communication |
3 |
|
I2: Institutional Options |
2 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
- Complete CS 1301 with a B or better.
14 Fall Credit Hours + 14 Spring Credit Hours = 28 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
S1: HIST 1111 or 1112
World History |
3 |
|
F: COMP 2200
Introduction to Databases |
3 |
|
F: CS 2100
Introduction to Web Development |
3 |
|
F: MATH 1401
Elementary Statistics |
3 |
|
F: COMP 2320
Principles of Programming |
3 |
Milestone:
- All MATH requirements complete.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
COMP 3400
System & Network Administration I |
3 |
|
P2: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
COMP 2500
Introduction to Computer Security |
3 |
|
T1: Science + Lab |
4 |
|
S2: Social Science |
3 |
Additional Information:
- You must take PHIL 2020 or PHIL 2010 or PHIL 2030 in order to satisfy the prerequisite for PHIL 4120.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
PHIL 4120
Professional Ethics |
3 |
|
COMP 3300
Application Development I |
3 |
|
COMP 3600
User-Centric Computing I |
3 |
|
COMP 3800
Data Analytics |
3 |
|
T2: Science + Lab |
4 |
Milestone:
- Complete lab sciences.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
S1: HIST 1111 or 1112
World History |
3 |
|
A: Fine Arts
|
3 |
|
COMP Breadth Elective |
3 |
|
COMP Breadth Elective |
3 |
|
COMP Breadth Elective |
3 |
Milestone:
- Prerequisites satisfied to take appropriate COMP Depth courses.
17 Fall Credit Hours + 13 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- COMP Breadth Elective - select three of the following; at least two must be 3000 or above: Introduction to Digital Media (COMP 2350), System & Network Administration II (COMP 4400), Mobile Development (COMP 3310), Game Development I (COMP 3350), Physical Computing (COMP 2360), Software Engineering I (CS 3211), or Systems Programming (CS 3280).
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
ENGL 3405
Professional and Technical Writing |
3 |
|
CS 4986
Computing Internship |
3 |
|
COMP Breadth Elective |
3 |
|
COMP Depth Elective |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
Milestone:
- Successful completion of internship with industry partner.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
CS 4982
Computing Capstone |
3 |
|
COMP Depth Elective |
3 |
|
COMP Depth Elective |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
|
Elective |
3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- COMP Breadth Elective - select three of the following; at least two must be 3000 or above: Introduction to Digital Media (COMP 2350), System & Network Administration II (COMP 4400), Mobile Development (COMP 3310), Game Development I (COMP 3350), Physical Computing (COMP 2360), Software Engineering I (CS 3211), or Systems Programming (CS 3280).
- COMP Depth Courses - select three of the following: Cybersecurity (COMP 3500), Advanced DB Systems (COMP 4200), Application Development II (COMP 4300), Game Development II (COMP 4350), DevOps (COMP 4420), Computer Forensics (COMP 4500), User-Centric Computing II (COMP 4600), Special Topics in Computing (COMP 4985), or Advanced Web Development (CS 4180).
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Complete CS 1300 (fundamental course in your major).
- Complete CS 1301 with a C or better (fundamental course in your major).
- Complete MATH 1113 or MATH 1112 (with a C or better) to stay on top of your Mathematics requirements.
- Complete ENGL 1101 & 1102 with a C or better.
- Complete a prerequisite of PHIL 4120; any one of: PHIL 2010, or PHIL 2020, or PHIL 2030.
- You have a wide range of 3rd- and 4th-year courses to choose from. Meet with your advisor to make a 4-year plan to get you the courses you want!
Middle Years:
- Take MATH 1401 as soon as possible to complete your Math requirements.
- Take your two science lab courses as soon as possible. Make sure you include the labs!
- Complete all foundational COMP courses (COMP 2300, COMP 2500, COMP 3300, COMP 3400, COMP 3600, COMP 3800).
- Complete all prerequisites required for your chosen 4th-year Depth courses.
Last Year:
- Complete your required internship experience (COMP 4986).
- Complete your required Capstone project course (COMP 4982).
- Complete your Depth courses.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Join ACM and/or ACM-W for networking and connection with your computing peers.
- Join another student organization to have a balanced life outside of computing.
- Talk with your advisor (or other computing faculty) about what you love about computing.
Middle Years:
- Regularly hang out in the 24/7 Mitchell Clifton Computing Center to work on class projects and socialize with friends.
- Apply to be a lab assistant in the csX tutoring lab.
- Work on a side project in the Innovation Lab.
- Maintain a school/life balance, e.g., eat out with friends and family, attend a concert or play, make time for your hobbies.
Last Year:
- Volunteer as an ACM or ACM-W officer.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree may help you get work as the following:
- AI Engineer
- Computer Hardware Engineer
- Information Security Analyst
- IT Project Manager
- Mobile App Developer
- Software Developer
- Systems Architect
- UX Designer
- Video Game Developer
- Web Developer
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