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Illinois Institute of Technology
Computer Science
The department offers two undergraduate programs in computer
science: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
and an Applied Science for the Professions Bachelor of Science
in Computer Information Systems. Both programs provide
an excellent background in computer science and allow for
ample study in other areas. Where these programs differ is
in the approach they take to computer science. The B.S. in
Computer Science provides an in-depth experience focusing
on the theory and practice of computer science while the B.S.
in Computer Information Systems provides a more interdisciplinary
experience, balancing study in computer science with
study in another field. In addition to these programs in computer
science, the Department of Computer Science and the
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering jointly
offer a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering. This
program focuses on both the digital electronics hardware
used in computer systems and the software that controls this
hardware, with an emphasis on the design and implementation
of computer-controlled systems. This program is described
in detail on page 75.
All three programs begin with a set of introductory courses
that work together to provide students with a firm foundation
in computer science. These introductory courses include
weekly labs in which students use state-of-the-art software
development techniques (object-oriented programming
in C++, for instance) to create solutions to interesting problems.
The department’s unique four-phase laboratory model
encourages student creativity by providing ample opportunity
for constructive feedback on each student’s efforts. Having
completed the introductory core, a student is prepared to
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Required Courses
Computer Science Requirements
CS 100, 101, 105, 106, 330, 331, 350,
351, 430, 440, 450, 487
Credit
Hours
32
Computer Science Electives 15
Mathematics Requirements
MATH 151, 152, 251, 474
Mathematics Electives 3
Science/Engineering Requirements
PHYS 123,221
Science/Engineering Electives 6
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Computer Science
work independently within a well-structured design framework-in
the classroom or on the job.
The last two years of study build upon this foundation.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science focuses on
the concepts and techniques used in the design and development
of advanced software systems. Students in this program
explore the conceptual underpinnings of computer science
its fundamental algorithms, programming languages, operating
systems, and software engineering techniques. In addition,
students choose from a rich set of electives-including computer
graphics, artificial intelligence, database systems,
computer architecture, and computer networks, among
others. As with the introductory sequence, these advanced
courses stress “hands-on” learning by doing. A generous allotment
of free electives allows students to combine study in
computer science with study in another field-either by
taking a well-defined specialized minor in another discipline
or by working with an adviser to formulate a program that
combines experiences across disciplines.
The B.S. in Computer Information Systems program emphasizes
the use of computers as sophisticated problem-solving
tools. Students in this program pursue an interdisciplinary
course of study that combines a solid foundation in computer
science with a focus in another discipline. This
program is designed for students who seek to blend their
computer science abilities with skills specific to another
domain to solve problems in that domain. Examples include
computing with a business focus (e.g., management information
systems) or computing with a natural science focus
(e.g., computational physics).
Required Courses
Humanities Requirements
PHIL 374 or CS 485
Humanities 100-level course
Credit
Hours
Humanities Electives 9
Social Science Electives
(including at least three hours in economics)
Non-Technical Elective 3
Interprofessional Projects 6
Free Electives 12
Total Credit Hours 129
IIT Undergraduate Bulletin 1999-2001 67
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