Undergraduate Catalog - UMUC Europe

BACHELOR’S DEGREES
Computer and
Information Science
Students may seek an academic major in computer and
information science.
Major in Computer and
Information Science
The computer and information science major provides an
in-depth study of computer and information science through a
hands-on approach that enables students to explore computerbased
solutions to challenging problems. The curriculum
focuses on problem-solving skills and techniques that can
be applied to many disciplines and covers software and Web
engineering, relational databases, programming languages,
operating systems, computer networks, and distributed systems.
Students are prepared for careers in various computing areas,
including applications in programming, databases, software
engineering, and networking.
Intended Program Outcomes
The student who graduates with a major in computer and
information science will be able to
G Design, implement, secure, and maintain databases that
meet user requirements for both transaction processing
and data warehouses.
G Design, develop, implement, secure, and maintain
software applications that meet user requirements,
using current best practices and tools for all application
interfaces and domains.
G Design, implement, and maintain a reliable and secure
network and services infrastructure.
G Plan, manage, and provide appropriate documentation
and communication through all phases of the software
development life cycle to ensure successful implementation
of an IT project that is on time and within budget.
G Identify, learn, and adapt to local and global IT
trends, technologies, legalities, and policies, as well
as appropriately communicate their impact to key
stakeholders.
G Work independently or as an effective member of
an application development team to determine and
implement systems that meet customer requirements.
Degree Requirements
A degree with a major in computer and information
science requires the successful completion of 120 credits of
coursework including 30 credits for the major (indicated by
F); 41 credits in general education requirements (GERs),
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and 49 credits in the minor, electives; and other degree
requirements. At least 15 credits in the major must be earned
in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).
Requirements for the Computer
and Information Science Major
Coursework for a major in computer and information
science includes the following:
G Introductory course (3 credits):
CMIS 111 or CMIS 170
G Programming language sequence (6 credits):
Chosen from
a. PC/Java: CMIS 141 and 242
b. Mac/Objective C: CMIS 115 and 215
c. PC/Microsoft: CMIS 125 and 225
G Core courses (6 credits):
CMIS 320 and 330
G Supplemental major courses (6 credits):
Chosen from CMIS 102 (for students with no
prior programming experience), 255, 310, 315,
and 325.
(Note: Students without prior programming
experience should take CMIS 102 before
core courses and may apply it toward the
interdisciplinary issues/computing requirement
rather than toward the major.)
G 400-level supplement major courses (6 credits):
Chosen from any 400-level CMIS courses
(except CMIS 486A and 486B)
G Required capstone course (3 credits): CMSC 495
Recommended Sequence
The following course sequence will fulfill all of the
requirements for the BS in computer information science.
Since some recommended courses fulfill more than one
requirement, substituting courses for those listed may
make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree
requirements. Students should consult an academic advisor
whenever taking advantage of other options.
Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill
general education requirements (in communications, arts
and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and
physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues)
may be found on p. 63.