Computer Science
Dillard University Computer Science
A degree in computer science from Dillard equips you with a deep understanding of theories and emerging technologies, opening doors to a multitude of exciting career opportunities in data-driven and digital-driven industries.
Mission
The mission of the program in computer science is to provide you with knowledge of the design, modeling, analysis, and applications of computer-related systems. Our goal is to empower you with a deep knowledge of the core principles of computer science and explore how computers can be used to solve real-world problems.
The program offers you the opportunity to study and explore:
- computer system architecture
- cybersecurity
- network modeling and analysis
- programming languages and systems
- artificial intelligence
- computer science theory
- database management
- systems analysis and design
- web site design and development
- scientific computing.
The program prepares students for graduate school or for career opportunities in:
- Private industry
- public or governmental sectors
- The global marketplace
Student Learning Outcomes
- Understand and apply the principles of computer science.
- Apply theoretical knowledge and analytical skills in problem solving.
- Demonstrate proficiency in data structures, algorithm design and research methodologies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of elements of computer hardware, architecture, software, programming languages, operating systems, data communications, database management, and systems analysis and design.
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Louisiana Alliance for Minority Participation, a program designed to increase the quality and number of minority students receiving bachelor’s degrees in STEM–science, technology, engineering and math.
Visit the Dillard University School of Stem to learn more.
Complete a total of 121 credit hours of coursework for graduation.
General Education Core – 41 credit hours
Major Requirements – 55 credit hours
Additional Coursework – 25 credit hours
Major Requirements
- CS 150 – Introduction to Programming I 3 cr.
- CS 160 – Introduction to Programming II 3 cr.
- CS 210 – Introduction to Microcomputers 3 cr.
- CS 230 – UNIX Operating System 3 cr.
- CS 260 – Data Structures 3 cr.
- CS 312 – Computer Science Seminar & Internship I 2 cr.
- CS 313 – Computer Science Seminar & Internship II 2 cr.
- CS 345 – Web Site Development 3 cr.
- CS 350 – Database Management Systems 3 cr.
- CS 360 – System Analysis and Design 3 cr.
- CS 370 – Data Communications 3 cr.
- CS 375 – Operating Systems 3 cr.
- CS 430 – Computer Organization 3 cr.
- CS 440 – Programming Languages 3 cr.
- CS 445 – Artificial Intelligence 3 cr.
- CS 470 – Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms 3 cr.
- CS 475 – Computer Graphics 3 cr.
- CS Elective 200 or above: 3 cr.
- CS Elective 300 or above: 3 credit hours
Additional Coursework
- MAT 201 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 3 cr.
- MAT 202 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 3 cr.
- MAT 203 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 3 cr.
- MAT 204 – Introduction to Probability and Statistics 3 cr.
- MAT 303 – Linear Algebra 3 cr.
- MAT 330 – Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 410 – Numerical Analysis 3 cr.
- PHY 230 – General Physics III 3 cr.
- PHY 230L – General Physics III Laboratory 1 cr.
Computer Science Curriculum
First Year
First Semester
- BIO 111 – General Biology I 3 cr. or
- CHE 111 – General Chemistry I 3 cr.
- BIO 111L – General Biology I Laboratory 1 cr. or
- CHE 111L – General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 cr.
- CS 150 – Introduction to Programming I 3 cr.
- ENG 111 – Expository Writing 3 cr.
- FFR 121 – Elementary French I 3 cr. or
- FSP 121 – Elementary Spanish I 3 cr.
- FYS 101 – First Year Seminar I 1 cr. / Service Learning
- MAT 122 – Precalculus 3 cr.
- UCO 101 – University Convocation I 0 cr.
Total: 17
Second Semester
- AWS 100 – Survey of the African World 3 cr. or
- REL 208 – The Black Church in the U.S. 3 cr.
- CS 160 – Introduction to Programming II 3 cr.
- ENG 112 – Argument and Research 3 cr.
- FFR 122 – Elementary French II 3 cr. or
- FSP 122 – Elementary Spanish II 3 cr.
- FYS 102 – First Year Seminar II 1 cr. / Service Learning
- MAT 201 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 3 cr.
- UCO 102 – University Convocation II 0 cr.
Total: 16
Second Year
First Semester
- CS 210 – Introduction to Microcomputers 3 cr.
- CS 260 – Data Structures 3 cr.
- ENG 201 – Readings in World Literature I 3 cr. or
- ENG 202 – Readings in World Literature II 3 cr.
- MAT 202 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 3 cr.
- MAT 204 – Introduction to Probability and Statistics 3 cr.
Total: 15
Second Semester
- CS 230 – UNIX Operating System 3 cr.
- CS 470 – Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms 3 cr.
- ECO 203 – Principles of Macroeconomics 3 cr.
- ENG 199 – Writing Proficiency Examination 0 cr. ***
- MAT 203 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 3 cr.
- Humanities Elective 3 cr.
- Physical Education Activity Elective 2 cr.
Total: 17
Third Year
First Semester
- CS 312 – Computer Science Seminar & Internship I 2 cr.
- CS 345 – Web Site Development 3 cr.
- CS 375 – Operating Systems 3 cr.
- Social Science Elective 3 cr.
- CS Elective 200 or above 3 cr.
Total: 14
Second Semester
- CS 313 – Computer Science Seminar & Internship II 2 cr.
- CS 350 – Database Management Systems 3 cr.
- CS 360 – System Analysis and Design 3 cr.
- MAT 330 – Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 303 – Linear Algebra 3 cr.
- Social Science Elective 3 cr.
Total: 17
Fourth Year
First Semester
- CS 370 – Data Communications 3 cr.
- CS 445 – Artificial Intelligence 3 cr.
- CS 499C – Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
- MAT 410 – Numerical Analysis 3 cr.
- PHY 230 – General Physics III 3 cr.
- PHY 230L – General Physics III Laboratory 1 cr.
Total: 13
Second Semester
- CS 430 – Computer Organization 3 cr.
- CS 440 – Programming Languages 3 cr.
- CS 475 – Computer Graphics 3 cr.
- CS 499C – Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr. (Retake)
- CS Elective 300 or above 3 cr.
Total: 12
Total Required Hours: 121
*Service Learning: Students will earn a total of 30 service learning hours after successful completion of FYS 101 and FYS 102.
**Community Service: Students must contact the Center for Career and Professional Development for pre-approved community service project to earn a total of 90 hours of community service by the end of their junior year.
***Writing Proficiency Examination: Students must complete ENG 111 and ENG 112 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ to register for ENG 199 – Writing Proficiency Examination. Students who fail to take or do not pass ENG 199 must take ENG 200 – Review of Writing Strategies (3 credit hours).
Ming-Hsing Chiu, Ph.D.
mchiu@dillard.edu
Coordinator and Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Central Florida
Location: Professional Schools Building 280K
Office: 504.816.4529
Dennis Sigur Jr., M.B.A., M.S.
dsigur@dillard.edu
Instructor, Program Manager of the Dillard HBCU C2 Initiative and ACUE Distinguished Teaching Scholar M.B.A. in Data Analytics Louisiana State University – Shreveport and M.S. in Computer Information Systems, Southern University at New Orleans
Location: Professional Schools Building 280G
Office: 504.816.4452
Shareen Smith-Tuircuit
stuircuit@dillard.edu
Administrative Assistant, School of STEM
Location: Professional Schools Building 342
Office: 504.816.4722
