MAJORS & PROGRAMS

Waynesburg University offers three distinct majors in the area of computers and technology.

Computer Science Major
This program is designed for those students who want to work with computers in a science setting, or who plan to go on to graduate school to study the design of computers, engineering, and programming algorithms. This major combines computer science courses with higher level mathematics courses to give you a firm basis not only in the applications of computer technology but also the theory behind those applications.

Courses in Computer Science:

• Programming
• Database Management
• Computers and Ethics in Society
• Telecommunications
• Networking
• Algorithms
• Computer Hardware
• Operating System
  
• Senior Project
• Calculus I, II and III
• Statistics
• Discrete Mathematics
  
• Linear Algebra
  

Computer Science Curriculum

Business Information Science Major

This program is for those students who would like to use their technological skills in a business or corporate environment, or wish to go into management at a high-tech company. This major combines computer science courses with business courses, such as accounting, marketing, and finance to give you the edge you will need to succeed, perhaps in forming your own company or working in corporate management information systems.

Courses in Business Information Science:

• Programming
• Database Management
• Computers and Ethics in Society
• Telecommunications
• Systems Analysis
• Networking
• Algorithms
• Computer Hardware
• Operating Systems
  
• Senior Project
• Calculus I
  
• Statistics
• Accounting
• Management
• Marketing
• Finance

Business Information Science Curriculum

Information Technology Major
This program is designed for those students who want the broadest knowledge possible in the area of technological applications. This major combines computer science courses with communication courses in the area of graphic design. You will study computer graphics, Web design, digital illustration, and multimedia together with the standard computer science courses so that you will be well prepared for a career as a Webmaster, graphic designer, or Web site designer.

Courses in Information Technology:

• Programming
• Database Management
• Computers and Ethics in Society
• Telecommunications
• Computer-Aided Design
• Computer Graphics
• Networking
• Algorithms
• Computer Hardware
• Operating Systems
• Senior Project
• Graphic Design
• Digital Illustration
• Multimedia
• Web Design
  

Information Technology Curriculum

 

Computer Security (Computer Forensics) Major

Computer Security combines criminal justice studies, computer sciences, and computer forensics. Students learn the latest theories and gain the knowledge necessary to handle forensic investigations involving digital devices and electronic crime.

Computer Security Curriculum

 

Computer Science (Minor)

Students interested in completing a minor in Computer Science along with a major in another related area would need to complete 31 credits. Below are the course requirements for the Computer Science minor.