College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

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Computer Science (CS)

Chairperson: Philip J. Hatcher
Professor: R. Daniel Bergeron, Philip J. Hatcher, Ted M. Sparr, Colin Ware
Affiliate Professor: Jason H. Moore
Associate Professor: Radim Bartos, Michel Charpentier, Robert D. Russell, Elizabeth Varki, James L. Weiner
Affiliate Associate Professor: Sylvia Weber Russell
Assistant Professor: Wheeler Ruml
Affiliate Assistant Professor: Anthony J. Lapadula, Matthew Plumlee
Instructor: Michael Gildersleeve, Brian L. Johnson, Israel J. Yost
Lecturer: Mark L. Bochert, Ellen M. Hepp, Karl Shump

Computer Science

Undergraduate students may choose from one of three degree options: The B.S. in computer science, which is designed for students interested in the design and implementation of software systems; the B.S. in computer science: bioinformatics option, which is designed for students who wish to apply computer science expertise in the life sciences; and the B.S. in information technology, which focuses on the application of existing computing technologies to the information needs of organizations and individual computer users.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Computer scientists are concerned with problem-solving in general, with particular emphasis on the design of computer-efficient solutions. This involves a detailed understanding of the nature of algorithms, the software implementation necessary to utilize algorithms on computers, and how algorithms can be combined in a structured manner to form highly complex systems.

The broad objectives for B.S. in Computer Science graduates are:
1. To be competent in formulating and solving computer science problems, including the development of complex software systems;
2. To understand computer science fundamentals along with supporting mathematics and science so they will be prepared for a wide range of jobs and the pursuit of advanced degrees;
3. To be able to function in the workplace with the necessary technical skills and with appropriate oral and written communication skills; and
4. To have a broad education that promotes professional advancement, lifelong personal development, and social responsibility.

The B.S. in computer science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, (410) 347-7700.

The program is designed to prepare students for employment and/or graduate study. Most courses require heavy computer use, and the laboratories stress hands-on experience with building software systems.

Computer science majors must maintain an overall grade-point average of 2.0 or better in all required computer science, mathematics, and computer engineering courses in order to graduate. If at the end of any semester, including the first, a student's cumulative grade-point average in these courses falls below 2.0, the student may not be allowed to continue as a CS major. In order to be able to take a CS or MATH course with prerequisites, the prerequisite course(s) must be passed with a grade of a C- or better.

If a student wishing to transfer into the computer science major has any coursework that is applicable to the major, the grades in those courses must satisfy the minimum grade requirements for the B.S. degree in computer science. The student must have an overall grade-point average of 2.0 or better in all courses taken at the University.

The curriculum includes coursework in mathematics, science, and philosophy. The following is a sample schedule depicting the necessary requirements and the layout of the curriculum. Students must consult with their advisers in order to come up with the proper schedule for themselves.

Freshman Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	400	Introduction to Computing	1
CS	415	Introduction to Computer Science I	4
MATH	425	Calculus I (Gen Ed 2)	4
Gen Ed	3	(Science/Technology)*	4
Gen Ed			4
CS	416	Introduction to Computer Science II		4
MATH	426	Calculus II		4
ENGL	401	First-Year Writing (Gen Ed 1)		4
Gen Ed	3	(Science/Technology)*		4
		Total	17	16

* These two additional technology or science courses are required, in addition to PHYS 407 and 408. One will satisfy a general education requirement. Students can choose these two courses from the following list:

Biology:

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title
BIOL	411	Principles of Biology I
BIOL	412	Principles of Biology II
BIOL	413	Principles of Biology I (UNH Manchester Course)
BIOL	414	Principles of Biology II (UNH Manchester Course)
HMP	501	Epidemiology and Community Medicine
MICR	501	Public Health Microbiology
PBIO	412	Introduction to Botany
PBIO	421	Concepts of Plant Growth
ZOOL	412	Principles of Zoology

Physical Science:

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title
CHEM	401-402	Introduction to Chemistry
CHEM	403-404	General Chemistry
CHEM	405	General Chemistry
ESCI	405	Global Environmental Change
ESCI	409	Environmental Geology
ESCI	501	Introduction to Oceanography
NR	504	Freshwater Resources

Technology:

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title
PHIL	447	Computer Power and Human Reason

Sophomore Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	515	Data Structures	4
MATH	531	Mathematical Proof	4
PHYS	407	General Physics I (Gen Ed 3P)	4
Gen Ed			4
CS	516	Introduction to Software Design and Development		4
MATH	532	Discrete Mathematics		4
PHYS	408	General Physics II (Gen Ed 3P)		4
Gen Ed				4
		Total	16	16

Junior Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	520	Assembly Language Programming and Machine Organization	4
CS	671	Programming Language Concepts and Features	4
		Statistics Course*	4
PHIL	424	Science, Technology and Society (Gen Ed 8)	4
CS	620	Operating System Fundamentals		4
		Computer Science Theory Course **		4
ECE	543	Introduction to Digital Systems		4
CS	595	Computer Science Seminar		2
Gen Ed				4
		Total	16	18

* Statistics requirement can be fulfilled by MATH 539, Introduction to Statistical Analysis, or MATH 644, Statistics for Engineers and Scientists.

** CS Theory requirement can be fulfilled by CS 645, Introduction to Formal Specification and Verification, or CS 659, Introduction to the Theory of Computation.

Senior Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	719	Object-Oriented Methodology	4
CS		Writing Intensive Course	4
ECE	562	Computer Organization	4
		Liberal Arts Elective *	4
CS	700-Level	Elective		4
CS	700-Level	Elective		4
		Liberal Arts Elective *		4
		Free Elective		1
		Total	16	13

* Liberal Arts electives can be any course within the College of Liberal Arts that does not have a math or science component.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Srience: Bioinformatics Option

The bioinformatics field is an increasingly important sub-discipline in computer science. The demand for computer science graduates who can apply their knowledge in the life sciences is significant, and is expected to continue to grow. Students who choose this path are still computer science majors but have a concentration in the life sciences. The option has the same core as the B.S. program but requires appropriate coursework in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and statistics.

Computer science: bioinformatics majors must maintain an overall grade-point average of 2.0 or better in all required computer science, mathematics, computer engineering, biology, and biochemistry courses in order to graduate. If at the end of any semester, including the first, a studentÕs cumulative grade-point average in these courses falls below 2.0, the student may not be allowed to continue as a computer science: bioinformatics major. In order to be able to take a CS or MATH course with prerequisites, the prerequisite course(s) must be passed with a grade of a C- or better.

If a student wishing to transfer into the computer science: bioinformatics major has any coursework that is applicable to the major, the grades in those courses must satisfy the minimum grade requirements for the B.S. degree in computer science. The student must have an overall grade-point average of 2.0 or better in all courses taken at the University.

The B.S. in computer science: bioinformatics program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, (410) 347-7700.

The broad objectives for B.S. in Computer Science: Bioinformatics graduates are:
1. To be competent in formulating and solving computer science problems, including the development of non-trivial software systems;
2. To understand computer science fundamentals along with supporting mathematics and science so they will be prepared for a wide range of jobs in the biomedical industry and the pursuit of advanced degrees in both computer science and bioinformatics;
3. To be able to function in the workplace with the necessary technical skills and with appropriate oral and written communication skills; and
4. To have a broad education that promotes professional advancement, lifelong personal development, and social responsibility.

The following is a sample schedule depicting the necessary requirements and the layout of the curriculum. Students must consult with their advisers in order to come up with the proper schedule for themselves.

Freshman Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	400	Introduction to Computing	1
CS	415	Introduction to Computer Science I	4
MATH	425	Calculus I (Gen Ed 2)	4
BIOL	411	Principles of Biology I (Gen Ed 3B)	4
Gen Ed			4
CS	416	Introduction to Computer Science II		4
MATH	426	Calculus II		4
BIOL	412	Principles of Biology II (Gen Ed 3B)		4
ENGL	401	First-Year Writing (Gen Ed 1)		4
		Total	17	16

Sophomore Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	515	Data Structures	4
MATH	531	Mathematical Proof	4
CHEM	403	General Chemistry I (Gen Ed 3P)	4
Gen Ed			4
CS	516	Introduction to Software Design and Development		4
MATH	532	Discrete Mathematics		4
CHEM	404	General Chemistry II (Gen Ed 3P)		4
Gen Ed				4
		Total	16	16

Junior Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	520	Assembly Language Programming and Machine Organization	4
		Statistics Course*	4
CS	671	Programming Language Concepts and Features	4
PHIL	424	Science, Technology and Society (Gen Ed 8)	4
CS	595	Computer Science Seminar	2
CS	620	Operating System Fundamentals		4
		Computer Science Theory Course **		4
BIOL	604	Principles of Genetics		4
Gen Ed				4
		Total	18	16

* Statistics requirement can be fulfilled by MATH 539, Introduction to Statistical Analysis, or MATH 644, Statistics for Engineers and Scientists.

** CS Theory requirement can be fulfilled by CS 645, Introduction to Formal Specification and Verification, or CS 659, Introduction to the Theory of Computation.

Senior Year

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title	Fall	Spring
CS	719	Object-Oriented Methodology	4
BCHEM	711	Genomics and Bioinformatics	4
	700-Level	Statistics Course*	4
		Liberal Arts Elective	4
CS		Writing Intensive Course **		4
CS	775	Database Systems		4
ECE	543	Introduction to Digital Systems		4
		Liberal Arts Elective		4
		Total	16	16

* This requirement can be fulfilled by the following courses: MATH 739, Applied Regression Analysis; MATH 742, Multivariate Statistical Methods; or MATH 755, Probability and Stochastic Processes with Applications.

** This course must include a project that addresses bioinformatics issues.

The Minor in Computer Science

The minor in computer science is designed for students in other majors who want to learn the fundamentals of designing and implementing computer software.

Note: All courses for the minor must be completed with a C- or higher.

Requirements:

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title
CS	415	Introduction to Computer Science I
CS	416	Introduction to Computer Science II
CS	515	Data Structures

Two additional courses chosen from:

Abbreviation	Course Number	Title
CS	516	Introduction to Software Design and Development
CS	520	Assembly Language Programming and Machine Organization
CS	620	Operating System Fundamentals
*CS	645	Introduction to Formal Specification and Verification
*CS	659	Introduction to the Theory of Computation
CS	671	Programming Language Concepts and Features
		An approved CS 700-level course

* CS 645 and 659 have mathematics prerequisites: MATH 425, MATH 426, MATH 531, and MATH 532.