School of Science and Engineering (SSE)

Program Outcomes

For our CSC program, we have adopted the ABET computer science Program Outcomes. We view ABET program outcomes as measurable effects of our curriculum. The particular choice of ABET outcomes was strongly influenced by our program objectives. As such, there is close correspondence between them.
The program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation:

Outcome 1: An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline (ABET a);

Outcome 2: An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution (ABET b);

Outcome 3: An ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs (ABET c);

Outcome 4:   An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal (ABET d);

Outcome 5: An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities (ABET e);

Outcome 6:  An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences (ABET f);

Outcome 7: An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society (ABET g);

Outcome 8: Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development (ABET h);

Outcome 9:  An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practices (ABET i).

 Outcome 10: An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices (ABET i);

Outcome 11:  An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity (ABET k).