Applied Computing is a multidisciplinary degree that focuses on the application of computing systems in the context of a specific knowledge domain.
Students in the Applied Computing degree get a broad view of computing by taking a common core of classes that concentrate from an application perspective on software engineering, management, communications, knowledge of hardware and operation systems, and programming. The elective courses serve to create a unique hybrid degree that combines computing and another field of study.
A new generation of infrastructure is required to promote global collaboration in science, business, manufacturing, medical and health sciences, and government. Graduates with the Applied Computing degree will be expected to combine detailed knowledge of their chosen application with a practical understanding of modern computing. This will enable them to conceptualize software in a domain and focus on the application of computers to support a specific industry.
The Applied Computing degree is also available for those who hold a bachelor degree in a non-computing field. In such cases, students may be eligible to use their previously earned credits to meet the minor or concentration requirement (contingent upon CSS Program approval). Applied Computing is ideal for those who have non-computing based degrees, but desire a stronger computing education.
