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Computer Science The computer science field is one that’s continuously growing and evolving. Technology skills are necessary for operations in just about every professional field: business, education, medicine, law enforcement, communication, science, engineering, manufacturing, service industries, the gaming industry and more. You name it, and computer science is right there—making things work in every imaginable way.
ACCREDITATIONS The University of St. Francis is accredited by both the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org) and the Illinois Board of Higher Education (ibhe.org).
The University of St. Francis Computer Science program guides students, and prepares them for a variety of technical and computer related careers. At USF, you will learn skills such as web design, infrastructure support, C++, Java, PHP, Python and more. You’ll take topics courses that range from robotics to game design to C#. Completion of a minor in Information Technology, Mathematics or Cybersecurity is highly recommended for Computer Science majors, to complement their learning. A capstone project will give you real world experience, but most importantly, Computer Science majors will get hands-on experience with projects that will give them a wealth of experience, preparing them for successful careers in their field.
Computer Science
Being a part of the Computer Science department was a life altering decision for me. I knew I wanted to work in technology, but when I came in as a freshman I was still unsure of where I wanted to end up. My advisor, Ruth Weldon, guided me through figuring out what I wanted to do. The Computer Science department and the university gave me opportunities to grow as an individual, professionally, and in my walk with Christ. Now I have a job that I enjoy, and a big part of that is owed to USF! Nick Bond ’15
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G R O W T H R O U G H R E A L- W O R L D EXPERIENCE
The Computer Science program provides knowledge, skills, and methods in the highly technical areas of systems programming and computer systems design and engineering. Professional opportunities include positions such as programmer, systems analyst, software engineer, scientific researcher and developer, technical consultant, corporate computer trainer, technical sales staff, and technical sales support staff.
Through study, technical training, and practical hands-on experience, students will experience a variety of current industry standard technologies, implementations, configurations and integrations. Students will experience multiple programming languages, server platforms, and a variety of business implementations such as databases, internet programming, and systems. Majors specialize in current technologies, incorporating hands-on training with theory. Non-majors will incorpo¬rate computer literacy and practical skills appropriate to their disciplines. CS students establish life-long learning skills through engaged research, project leadership, community service, and alumni cooperatives.
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