Computer Science B.S./M.S.
Minimum Requirements for Computer Science B.S./M.S.: 141 credits
Students must earn a C- grade or better in each course.1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the general university requirements. | ||
| General Education Requirements | ||
| Complete the general education requirements. | 36-40 | |
| As part of the general education requirements, complete the following: | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| B.S. Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete the B.S. degree requirements. | 16 | |
| As part of the B.S. requirements, complete the following: | ||
| Calculus II | ||
| General Physics I | ||
| General Physics II | ||
Any approved ethics course | ||
| Undergraduate Computer Science Program Requirements | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| CS F201 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CS F202 | Computer Science II | 3 |
| CS F241 | Computer Hardware Concepts | 4 |
| CS F301 | Assembly Language Programming | 3 |
| CS F311 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| CS F321 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS F331 | Programming Languages | 3 |
| CS F371 | Computer Ethics and Technical Communication | 3 |
| CS F372 | Software Construction | 3 |
| CS F411 | Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| CS F441 | System Architecture | 3-4 |
| or EE F443 | Computer Engineering Analysis and Design | |
| CS F471 | Senior Capstone I 2 | 3 |
| CS F472 | Senior Capstone II 2 | 3 |
| MATH F253X | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH F307 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| STAT F300 | Statistics | 3 |
| MATH elective at the F300 or F400 level | 3 | |
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the graduate general university requirements. | ||
| Master’s Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete the master’s degree requirements. | ||
| Graduate Computer Science Program Requirements | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| CS F600 | Professional Software Development | 4 |
| CS F601 | Algorithms, Architecture and Languages | 4 |
| CS F690 | Graduate Seminar and Project | 3 |
| CS F691 | Graduate Seminar and Project | 3 |
| Approved electives at the F400 or F600 level 3 | 16 | |
| Exam | ||
| Pass a comprehensive exam in computer science theory and practice. | ||
| Total Credits | 135-140 | |
- 1
For the master’s degree, a student must earn an A or B grade in F400-level courses. A grade of C will be accepted in F600-level courses provided a B grade point average is maintained.
- 2
Fulfills the baccalaureate capstone requirement.
- 3
9 credits maximum at the F400 level.
Note: This degree program must be completed in seven years or the student will be disqualified from the program. If a student is disqualified, a B.S. in computer science will be awarded if:
- completed in 10 years, and
- the student meets the B.S. degree requirements for computer science.
Admission Requirements
Complete the following admission requirements:
- Computer science major, junior standing, with CS F311 completed.
- GPA 3.25 or above based on a minimum of 24 credits. Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 to remain in the program.
- Submit a UAF graduate application for admission.
Roadmaps
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
- This roadmap should be used in conjunction with regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor or mentor each semester.
- Some courses and milestones must be completed in the semester listed to ensure timely graduation.
- Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
- Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
- Courses with (*) are recommended.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CHEM F105X (*)7 | 4 | CHEM F106X (*)7 | 4 |
| MATH F251X6 | 4 | MATH F252X6 | 4 |
| WRTG F111X1 | 3 | General Education Requirement - Arts | 3 |
| Complete one of the following:1 | 3 | General Education Requirement - Humanities | 3 |
COM F131X (*) | |||
COM F141X (*) | |||
| 14 | 14 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CS F20120 | 3 | CS F20220 | 3 |
| MATH F253X20 | 4 | CS F24120,25 | 4 |
| PHYS F211X17 | 4 | LS F101X15 | 1 |
| General Education Requirement - Social Sciences | 3 | PHYS F212X17 | 4 |
| Complete one of the following:1 | 3 | ||
WRTG F211X (*) | |||
| 14 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CS F30120,25 | 3 | CS F32120,25 | 3 |
| CS F31120,25 | 3 | CS F33120,25 | 3 |
| CS F37120,25 | 3 | CS F37220,25 | 3 |
| STAT F30020,25 | 3 | MATH F30720 | 3 |
| General Education Requirement - Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences | 3 | General Education Requirement - Social Sciences | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CS F41120,25 | 3 | CS F441 or EE F44320,25 | 3-4 |
| CS F47120,21,25 | 3 | CS F47220,21,25 | 3 |
| Degree Requirement - Ethics - Upper Division | 3 | Degree Requirement - Alaska Native-themed | 3 |
| Program Elective - MATH | 3 | Program Elective - Upper Division | 3 |
| Program Elective -Upper Division | 3 | ||
| 15 | 12-13 | ||
| Fifth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| CS F60020,25 | 4 | CS F60120,25 | 4 |
| CS F69020,25 | 3 | CS F69120,25 | 3 |
| Program Elective - Upper Division | 3 | Program Elective - Upper Division | 4 |
| Program Elective - Upper Division | 3 | ||
| 13 | 11 | ||
| Total Credits 138-139 | |||
Footnote Definitions
| General Education Requirements | Degree Requirements | Program & Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| 1--Communication | 8--Alaska Native-themed | 20--Program Requirement |
| 2--Arts | 9--Communication | 21--Capstone Requirement |
| 3--Humanities | 10--Computation | 22--Concentration Course |
| 4--Social Sciences | 11--Ethics | 23--General Elective |
| 5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences | 12--Humanities | 24--Minor Course |
| 6--Mathematics | 13--Human Relations | 25--Upper Division |
| 7--Natural Sciences | 14--Humanities or Social Sciences | 26--Program Elective |
| 15--Library & Information Research | ||
| 16--Mathematics | ||
| 17--Natural Sciences | ||
| 18--Other | ||
| 19--Social Sciences |
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes are measurable statements that describe knowledge or skills achieved by students upon completion of the program.
Students graduating from this program will be able to:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions
- Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical foundations and formal methods in computer science
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Demonstrate the ability to apply their knowledge to practical problems
