Objectives, Outcomes, and Contacts

Undergraduate Program Objectives

The Frostburg Computer Science program will graduate computer science professionals who have:

a solid foundation in core computer science concepts reinforced with mathematics and natural science;
an ability to apply modern computer science concepts and theories to contemporary, real world problems;
an understanding of professional responsibility to evaluate their ethical obligations to society, employers, employees and their peers;
an understanding of the commitment needed to pursue life long goals through educational and professional endeavors.

The Frostburg Computer Science program will provide students with:

an ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline;
an ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution;
an ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs;
an ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal;
an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities;
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
an ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society;
a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development;
an ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practices;
an ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the trade-offs involved in design choices;
an ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.