Jan 19, 2021  
2018-2019 Florida Tech Catalog 
2018-2019 Florida Tech Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Science, B.S.


Major Code: 7071 Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Science
Delivery Mode(s): Classroom Age Restriction: No

Computer scientists are deeply involved in activities that are essential in our modern civilization. These activities include basic research, design, development and testing of software and information systems that serve society and its many needs. Computer technology is found in every aspect of today’s world. Common uses include word processors, spreadsheets, computer games and entertainment, communications and information systems, transportation, education and training, medicine, criminology, factory automation, space exploration and assistive devices for the disabled. Computers have led to significant quality of life improvements, and yet their potential is still to be fully realized. Computing professionals design and develop computer systems that are, insofar as possible, free from defects and protected from misuse that would harm the health or welfare of society or the environment.



The curriculum for the computer science major at Florida Tech is a unique and well-rounded program that provides a solid technical background for careers in the computing profession or for graduate studies. Computer science majors study the structure of typical computer systems, the techniques and theories supporting software development and specialized areas such as computer graphics, artificial intelligence, networks and information management. After graduation, they are equipped to enter the work force as systems analysts, application and system developers, or software specialists and are provided with the background necessary for graduate study.

Students must complete the following minimum course requirements:

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Fall (15 credit hours)

Spring (16 credit hours)

Senior Year

Fall (15 credit hours)

Spring (15 credit hours)

Total Credits Required: 127

*Students select one laboratory science sequence (BIO 1010 Biological Discovery 1  and BIO 1030 Introduction to Biotechnology  /BIO 1020 Biological Discovery 2  and BIO 1040 Introduction to Biodiversity and Physiology  , CHM 1101 General Chemistry 1 /CHM 1102 General Chemistry 2 , or PHY 1001 Physics 1 /PHY 2091 Physics Laboratory 1  and PHY 2002 Physics 2 /PHY 2092 Physics Laboratory 2 ). Students who complete the physics sequence may apply two credits toward the Restricted Elective (Science) requirement.
