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Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
4 YEARS    |    120 CREDITS[UNITS]
ACADEMIC PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES
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The BACS degree curriculum will develop students' core competencies for success in IT careers and leadership in that field. The program emphasizes hands-on industry application and knowledge. Furthermore, the curriculum incorporates state-of-the-art tools and programming techniques. Interwoven throughout the computer science courses are industry specific concepts that are taught within a real-world environment. The BACS program may be completed in four academic years. However, due to the modular and compact nature of our program, a student may create his/her own schedule to complete the degree.

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PRACTICAL AND CAREER DRIVEN

Graduates that earn the BA in Computer Science degree program will be able to apply and synthesize real-world concepts and skills related to information technology. Graduates will be prepared to utilize skills related to information technology, business administration, design infrastructure, systems analysis, project management, implementation, deployment, and organizational support. Every course is designed so that the knowledge and skills that are learned are what are demanded in the market place.

PROJECT-BASED, SIMULATING REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE

Courses are project-based and simulate real-world experience with relevant software applications including hands-on labs. Students benefit by learning from highly qualified faculty who have practical, in-field experience. Graduates will understand the importance of lifelong learning, transferable skills, and adaptability to emerging technological trends. Graduates will be able to communicate effectively, think critically, and act ethically in a variety of professional contexts.

CERTIFICATION DRIVEN

This program is aligned with relevant industry skills and certification requirements that are sought by most employers. Graduates will have an edge and will be equipped to seize new opportunities as they enter the information technology career field. Graduates will be able to document procedures and comply with relevant policies, regulation standards, and ethical practices. These courses provide direct preparation for successfully passing the corresponding certificate and credentialing examinations.

BACS Program - 120 Credits[Units] Total
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Web Development
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Data Science
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Cloud Computing

SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

FULL BACS CURRICULUM

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE CURRICULUM

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CAREERS
The course curriculum develops students' core competencies for success in ministry and leadership. Possible careers include:

Software developer

Web developer

Full-stack web developer

Systems architect

Information analysts

Software engineer

Data scientist

Computer system analyst

Database developer

Database administrator

Software tester Systems analyst

Business analyst

Product manager

Network architect

Engineering manager

User interface designer

Cloud computing engineer

Information security analyst

Computer science professor

Information security officer

Software quality assurance manager

Information technology specialist

Mobile application designer or developer

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. The ability to create significant software projects
  2. A strong foundation that underlines the discipline including the required aspects of computing software, hardware, mathematics and science.
  3. A deeper understanding of computer science concentrations including web development, data science, and cloud computing.
  4. Students will have a substantial knowledge of the Bible and be well-grounded in Christian theology, ethics, and morality.
  5. An appreciation of the societal consequences of technology, including computers, and of the ethical issues that arise with recent technologies.
  6. The knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment after graduation or to continue their study of computer science in graduate school. 
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