Mission Statement
The mission of the Computer Science and Engineering Department is to graduate students of competence, conscience, and compassion, who are prepared to excel in the field of computing, whether their objective is to enter the workforce or to continue for advanced studies. Our programs combine the theoretical foundations of computing with the practical engineering knowledge vital to industry, to provide a broad and integrated curriculum. At the graduate level, the department provides advanced and specialized education in computing, offered in formats that meet the needs of both working professionals and full-time students. The Ph.D. program equips students with the ability to advance the state of knowledge in their specialty area. As faculty, we continually strive to contribute to the advancement of the field of computing through our scholarly activities and those of our students.
Program Educational Objectives
B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering
- Our graduates will achieve success in their professional endeavors, equipped with the liberal education and technical expertise required for the creative practice or advanced study of computing, will be motivated to communicate and work effectively in diverse personal and professional settings, and will demonstrate an appreciation of lifelong learning through continued personal and professional development.
- Our graduates will understand their personal and professional ethical responsibilities, and will observe and promote the highest ethical standards.
- Our graduates, equipped with their knowledge of science and engineering, will engage in activities that contribute to the benefit of society.
B.S. in Web Design and Engineering
- Our graduates will be able to analyze, design and improve the computational infrastructure of the World Wide Web.
- Our graduates develop interactive multimedia content that is appealing, engaging, effective and easy to use.
- Our graduates will be guided by an understanding of and sensitivity to, the social, political, ethical and legal relationships between their work and those that it affects.
M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering
- Students graduating with the MSCSE should understand a broad level of core theoretical principles in computer science and engineering that enables them to continually master the evolving tools, techniques, and trends in technology.
- Students graduating with the MSCSE should understand the principles in areas of concentration approved in consultation with their advisor and be able to apply the principles to solve related computer science and engineering problems.
- Students graduating with the MSCSE should develop an understanding of the human dimension of their professional work.
M.S. in Software Engineering
- Students graduating with the MSSE should understand the theoretical principles that enable them to continually master the evolving tools, techniques, and trends in technology.
- Students graduating with the MSSE should understand and be able to work with a broad variety of current models and techniques in software technology in reliably, predictably, and cost-effectively producing software systems.
- Students graduating with the MSSE should possess the skills needed to serve as lead designers, chief engineers, and project managers, including comprehension of ethical responsibilities, oral and written communication skills.
Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering
- Our Ph.D. students will make a significant contribution to research and development in the fields of Computer Science and Engineering.
- Our Ph.D. students will have a thorough understanding of the basics of Computer Science and Engineering.
- Our Ph.D. students will enhance the role of faculty as teaching scholars.
- Our Ph.D. students will profit from the Jesuit character of the university in the development of the full person.
Student Outcomes for the BSCSE Program
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering is accredited by the Engineering and Computing commissions of ABET, http://www.abet.org. The student outcomes for accreditation by the EAC are that all graduates of the CSE program will have ...
E1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
E2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
E3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
E4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
E5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
E6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
E7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
The student outcomes for accreditation by the CAC are that all graduates of the CSE program will have the ability to ...
C1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
C2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
C3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
C4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
C5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
C6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
