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Hofstra offers
B.A. and B.S. degrees in Computer Science and a B.S. degree in
Computer Engineering. The B.A. combines a major in computer science
with a broad program in the liberal arts. The B.S. in Computer
Science prepares the student for a professional career in computer
science requiring a stronger foundation in mathematics and science,
while still allowing the student the opportunity to explore the
liberal arts. The B.S. in Computer Engineering aims at providing students
with a solid education in the engineering of computer and digital
systems with a strong liberal arts component.
Bachelor
of Science in Computer Science
Candidates
for graduation must fulfill the following requirements:
- The successful
completion of at least 124 semester hours and a cumulative grade-point
average of 2.0 in work completed at Hofstra.
- At least
55 semester hours must be completed in the liberal arts excluding
courses in computer science.
- There
are two requirements that must ordinarily be completed in residence
at Hofstra: 15 semester hours in the major field of specialization
and the last 30 semester hours. The 15 semester hours need not
be included within the last 30 hours.
- ENGL 1-2
or placement examination*, (see University Degree Requirements,
page 71).
- 6 s.h.
Humanities core (3 hours in appreciation and analysis (literature),
3 hours in creative participation).
- 6 s.h.
Social Sciences core (3 hours in history and philosophy; 3 hours
in behavioral social sciences).
- 3 s.h.
Cross-Cultural core.
- 9 s.h.
Humanities and/or Social Science (not limited to core).
- Minimum
general requirements for the major: CSC 14, 15,16, 24, 110,
110A, 112, 120, 123, 155, 161, 163, 185, 190 and 12 semester
hours in computer science electives numbered higher than 100.
CSC 5 may be included as an elective in computer science if
taken prior to CSC 15. MATH 19, 20 and at least one course in
MATH beyond MATH 20; and 3 courses in natural sciences to include
either PHYS 11A & 12A (with 11B, 12B laboratories) or CHEM
3A-4A (with 3B-4B laboratories). All science courses must be
courses for science majors.
- A grade
of C- or better in all courses required for the major.
- An overall
average of C or better is required in CSC 14, 15, 16, and 24
for continuation in the major. In addition, a student may not
take any of these four courses more than twice
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
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Program
Educational Objectives
Students desiring intensive study at the
undergraduate level to develop proficiency in the fields of computer
engineering, such as hardware, software, and systems that arise
in the design, analysis, development, and application of computers
and digital systems, will find this program to be a challenging
and rewarding experience. The curriculum provides a broad foundation
in the science and engineering of computers and digital systems
with emphasis on theory, analysis, design, natural science, and
discrete and continuous mathematics in a liberal arts setting.
The broad range of Hofstra University resources in the humanities
and social sciences make the liberal arts component especially
enlightening.
Students will
develop analytical, computer and applied skills which will enable
them to analyze, design and test digital andcomputer systems,
architectures, networks, and processes. Graduates will understand
the various areas of computer engineering such as applied electronics,
digital devices and systems, electromagnetic fields and waves,
and computer architectures, systems, and networks. Graduates will
also have an understanding of hardware issues, software issues
and models, the interactions between these issues, and related
applications. This thorough preparation in theoretical tools and
laboratory experimentation will give graduates the skill and flexibility
required to meet the ever changing demands on the computer engineer.
The program is responsive to suggestions posed by industry leaders
from the Long Island community.
Students will
develop design skills progressively, beginning with their first
courses in programming, circuit analysis, digital circuits, computer
architectures, and networks and they will apply their accumulating
knowledge to practical problems throughout the curriculum. This
process culminates in the capstone design course, which complements
the analytical part of the curriculum.
The thorough
preparation afforded by the computer engineering curriculum includes
the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global and societal context. Hence, graduates will
be well prepared for professional employment or advanced studies.
The following generic indicators of achievement apply specifically
to computer engineering graduates and provide methods to measure
of the program’s effectiveness in meeting its stated objectives
- Ability
to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, computer science,
and electrical engineering;
- Ability
to design and conduct experiments, and to analyze and interpret
data;
- Ability
to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
- Ability
to function on multi-disciplinary teams;
- Ability
to identify, formulate, and solve computer engineering problems;
- Understanding
of professional and ethical responsibility;
- Ability
to communicate effectively;
- Broad education
necessary to understand the impact ofengineering solutions in
a global and societal context;
- Recognition
of the need and ability to engage in life-long learning;
- Knowledge
of contemporary issues;
- Ability
to use the techniques, skills, and modem engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice.
Candidates
for graduation with the B.S degree in this area must fulfill the
following requirements:
- The successful
completion of at least 132 semester hours and a cumulative grade
point average of 2.0 for all courses required for the major
as well as an overall 2.0 GPA. Military Science may not be counted
toward this total semester hour requirement.
- At least
57 credits must be completed in the liberal arts excluding courses
in computer science and engineering. ENGG 149 may be used for
liberal arts credit.
- There are
two requirements that must ordinarily be completed in residence
at Hofstra: 15 semester hours in the major field of specialization
and the last 30 semester hours. The 15 semester hours need not
be included within the last 30 hours.
- The general
and major requirements are listed under the program below. Courses
in computer science and engineering may not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail
basis.
- A cumulative
average of C or better is required in the following courses:
CSC 110 or ENGG 32A, CSC 112, CSC 120,CSC 153 or ENGG 153, CSC
175, ENGG 30, ENGG 36, and ENGG 177. A cumulative average of
C or better is required in all computer science and engineering
courses.
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science ()
37 semester
hours in computer science: CSC 14, 15, 16, 24, 110, 110A, 112,
120, 155
and 12 semester hours in computer science electives numbered higher
than 100.
Science requirements:
12 semester hours in natural sciences to include either PHYS 11A
& 12A (with 11B, 12B laboratories) or PHYS 1A & 2A (with
1B & 2B laboratories) or CHEM 3A-4A (with 3B-4B laboratories)
or BIO 1 & 2. Additional requirements: MATH 19, 20. A grade
of C- or better in all courses required for the major. An overall
average of C or better is required in CSC 14, 15, 16, and 24 for
continuation in the major. In addition, a student may
not take any of these four courses more than twice.
Minor in Computer Science ()
Consists of
the successful completion of CSC 14, 15, 16 and an additional
9 semester hours in computer science courses which may include
CSC 5 with at least 6 hours in residence, with grades C- or better.
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