Program: Computer Science BS - Andrews University

Apr 02, 2025

2024-2025 Academic Bulletin

Computer Science prepares students to design and implement innovative computing solutions to real world problems. Areas of study include (but are not limited to) algorithms, software engineering, artificial intelligence, robotics, databases, data science, virtual and augmented reality, theory of computation, networks, web and mobile application development. The program emphasizes both theory and practical applications of computing. A degree in Computer Science prepares students for employment in developing and maintaining commercial applications and for graduate studies.

Total Credits - 120

Major - 60

Core - 45

CPTR 151 - Computer Science I Credits: 3
CPTR 152 - Computer Science II Credits: 3
CPTR 230 - Data Science Fundamentals Credits: 3
CPTR 247 - Web Application Development Credits: 3
CPTR 251 - Server Application Development Credits: 3
CPTR 252 - Mobile Application Development Credits: 3
CPTR 276 - Data Structures and Algorithms Credits: 3
CPTR 425 - Programming Languages Credits: 3
CPTR 435 - Machine Learning Credits: 3
CPTR 437 - Formal Theory of Computation Credits: 3
CPTR 440 - Operating Systems Credits: 3
CPTR 450 - Networking Credits: 3
CPTR 460 - Software Engineering Credits: 3
CPTR 467 - Database Systems Credits: 3
CPTR 487 - Artificial Intelligence Credits: 3

Electives - 15

Choose 15 credits in consultation with academic advisor from CPTR and CBSC courses.

Cognates

ENGR 385 - Microprocessor Systems Credits: 4
Math
MATH 191 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MATH 192 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MATH 215 - Introduction to Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MATH 355 - Foundations of Advanced Mathematics Credits: 3
Statistics
Choose at least one of the following courses:
STAT 285 - Introduction to Applied Statistics Credits: 3
STAT 340 - Probability Theory with Statistical Applications Credits: 3
Sciences
Choose at least one of the following courses:
BIOL 165 - Foundations of Biology Credits: 4,5
BIOL 166 - Foundations of Biology Credits: 4,5
CHEM 131 - General Chemistry I Credits: 4
CHEM 132 - General Chemistry II Credits: 4
PHYS 141 - General Physics I Credits: 4
PHYS 142 - General Physics II Credits: 4
PHYS 241 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Credits: 4 and PHYS 271 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Laboratory I Credits: 1
PHYS 242 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Credits: 4 and PHYS 272 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Laboratory II Credits: 1

Additional Requirements

No grade lower than C- may be counted toward major or cognate requirements.

General Education (Andrews Core Experience)

Students must fulfill all Bachelor’s Degree requirements listed in the Andrews Core Experience .

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will possess the ability to:

Design and develop different types applications while adhering to current software development best practices. (software development)
Design and implement data structures, algorithms, and data management systems to store, manage, access, and process data. (data management)
Design and analyze efficient algorithms to solve given problems. (algorithm design and analysis)
Understand capabilities, tradeoffs, and limitations of algorithms, computational models, programming languages, operating systems and computing technology. (capabilities and limits of computing)
Consider the concerns and impact of software and computing innovations on individuals and society. Experience spiritual growth that informs social and professional interactions. (faith and ethics)