University of Scranton: Computing Sciences Dept.

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Brief History

A program in computer science was initially offered through the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. The program began in 1970 and had its first graduating class in 1975. In 1989 the Computing Sciences Department was separated from the Mathematics Department and the undergraduate program in Computer Science was separated into two programs, Computer Science and Computer Information Systems. The masters program in Software Engineering began in 1990 and had its first graduates in 1993.

Programs

The department offers nationally competitive undergraduate programs in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems as well as a graduate program in Software Engineering. The Computer Science program is accredited by ABET/CAC.

Our Students

There are two student organization, the ACM student chapter, and a computing honor society, Upsilon Pi Epsilon.

What we expect of our CS/CIS Undergraduates

We expect that our graduates:

Can apply the principles of the software process throughout their professional career as developers or administrators. In addition:
- Computer Science majors are prepared to apply their knowledge of the theories and principles of computer science in the software process.
- Computer Information Systems majors are prepared to apply their knowledge of a modern business environment in the software process.
Are prepared for continued professional growth as a computing professional.
Are prepared to respond as a computing professional when addressing social and ethical issues.
Are prepared to work in a collaborative (team) environment.
Are capable of preparing and presenting professional oral presentations.
Are capable of constructing various types of written documentation during the various phases of the software process

Contact Information

Computing Sciences Department
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA 18510

cmps@cs.scranton.edu [Email]
570.941.7774 [Phone]
570.941.4250 [FAX]

Coming Events

Careers in the Computing Sciences

Top 10 Reasons for Majoring in Computing
Computing Degrees and Careers : The Association for Computing Machinery's website on careers in computing
The IEEE Computing Careers Page
Salaries in Computing.
EarnMyDegree.com Page on Job Earnings for College Graduates. Three of the top ten growing salaries are in computing.
IT Salary Guide See the average salary for IT positions, along with regional pay levels and the value of specialty tech skills:

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Computing Sciences is to serve the students of the University of Scranton. We provide undergraduate and graduate programs in the computing sciences and play a lead role in providing both general education and specialized courses in computing that serve other programs.

Our undergraduate programs in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems are based upon the curricula guidelines of the ACM and IEEE, and prepare students for careers in computing and for the life-long learning process that the discipline requires. Our graduate program in Software Engineering is based upon guidelines provided by the Software Engineering Institute, and provides graduate level preparation to those students seeking careers in modern software development. These programs are our first priority.

The Liberal Arts tradition of the University of Scranton emphasizes the importance of the Trivium; gathering, evaluating, and disseminating information. Today, computing and communications technology provide the fundamental means of accomplishing this. Our department plays an essential role in the development and delivery of general education and service courses that meet the needs of students in other disciplines.

Although our primary community is our campus community, the departments students and faculty develop methods to serve its local, regional, national, international, and professional communities as well.

What we expect from our faculty

Maintain currency in the discipline
Improve the quality of teaching and maintain up-to-date courses
Participate as professionals in the various communities we serve