Course variations

Course summary

The applied computer science option is for students who want to combine the study of computer science with an in-depth examination of a field in which computer science plays an important role. This option requires an approved program of study for each student. Students build their own program of study to include their choice of CS electives plus an applied CS program.

Program modules

The following are the modules: Pre-Computer Science: First Year (46): COMM 111. Public Speaking (3)E or COMM 114. Argument and Critical Discourse (3)E; CS 160. Computer Science Orientation (4)E; CS 161, CS 162. Introduction to Computer Science I, II (4,4)E ; HHS 231. Lifetime Fitness for Health (2)1; HHS 241–HHS 248. Lifetime Fitness: (various activities) (1)1 or any PAC course (1–2); MTH 231. Elements of Discrete Mathematics (4)E; MTH 251. Differential Calculus (4)E; MTH 252. Integral Calculus (4)E; WR 121. English Composition (3)1,E; Biological Science Course (4)1; Free Electives (3); Perspectives Courses (6)1; Sophomore Year (45): CS 261. Data Structures (4)E; CS 271. Computer Architecture and Assembly Language (4)E; CS 275. Introduction to Databases (4)E; MTH 232. Elements of Discrete Mathematics (4); WR 214. Writing in Business (3)E or WR 222. English Composition (3)E; Approved courses in applied program (8); Difference, Power, and Discrimination Course (3)1; Free Electives (1); Perspectives Courses (6)1; Physical Science Course (4)1; Science Course (biological or physical) (4)1; Professional Computer Science: Junior Year (45): CS 311. Operating Systems I (4); CS 325. Analysis of Algorithms (4); CS 352. Introduction to Usability Engineering (4); CS 361. Software Engineering I (4); CS 362. Software Engineering II (4); CS 381. Programming Language Fundamentals (4); ST 314. Introduction to Statistics for Engineers (3); WR 327. Technical Writing (3); Approved Courses in Applied Program (8); Free Electives (3); Science Course (biological or physical) (4); Senior Year (44); CS 372. Introduction to Computer Networks (4); CS 391. Social and Ethical Issues in Computer Science (3); CS 411. Operating Systems II (4); CS 461, CS 462, CS 463. Senior Software Engineering Project (2,2,2); Approved Computer Science Electives (8); Approved Courses in Applied Program (16); Contemporary Global Issues Course (3)1.

Entry requirement for international students

Applicants must have an excellent academic record (a minimum 3. 0 on a 4.0 scale or "B" grade average or equivalent) from an accredited or recognized institution to be admitted to Oregon State University. International students must have the following GPA scores: Paper score of 550; Internet score of 80 (Minimum score of 16 on each section) and IELTS score of 6.5.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

Oregon State University

Department name

College of Engineering, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science