计算机科学 Program Overview
Technology is an ever-changing field with new practices, new trends and new languages to learn. 的 world needs innovative, tech-savvy professionals who can withstand the onslaught of growth while specializing in fields like programming, 软件开发, 网络, system administration and cybersecurity. Our computer science program will prepare you to fulfill those needs. Through hands-on training and an exciting education, you will leave this program ready to step into a high-income and in-demand career in technology.
学习经验
As a student of computer science, you can take advantage of an exceptionally strong programming curriculum that includes:
- Personal attention from professors, all of whom are experts in tech and computer science.
- Tangible learning experience through activities and education in small class sizes.
- Access to state-of-the-art computers that run on Linux, Solaris, MacOS and Windows. Computers are equipped with compilers, 文字处理软件, 软件开发 tools, spreadsheet and database programs, web design and programming tools and other applications to enhance your learning experience.
- Participation in national and international programming competitions where you can further build your skills.
- A capstone 软件开发 project to solve a company's real-life computer science problem.
Internships and Career Opportunities
Internship/research opportunities at local and regional companies allow you to gain real-world experience, college credit and a steady paycheck.
Recent computer science majors earned opportunities at the following:
- Ashland University Information Technology
- FirstEnergy
- J.M. 等公司.
- 温特沃斯的解决方案
- Charles Rivers Laboratories
- 联合房屋抵押贷款
- 梅特勒-托利多
样本课程
Learn more about the computer science curriculum by reviewing the following resources:
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非盟院长奖学金
的 优秀学生奖学金 was created to enhance the undergraduate academic experience for new first-time and transfer students enrolled in a major within the 文学院 & 科学. 这是一种择优制, renewable scholarship of $1,500 that can be "stacked" on top of other awarded AU academic scholarships. 除了, students have the opportunity to participate in unique academic communities with a focus on career coaching and preparation.
Ashland University has been awarded a grant from the state of Ohio to provide Choose Ohio First Scholarships to outstanding students with interests in the natural and physical sciences. 的se scholarships support academically strong students who plan to continue to graduate school, health-related professional programs or employment in STEM industries after completing a bachelor’s degree.
前途无量的职业
的 median annual salary for software developers, quality assurance analysts and testers was $124,200 in 2022. 的 expected growth rate in employment is 25 percent through 2032, much faster than the average three percent growth rate for all occupations. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
With a degree in computer science, you will be equipped to pursue any of these careers:
- 业务分析师
- 数据库管理员
- 完整的开发人员
- Information technology specialist
- Mobile application developer
- 网络架构师
- 软件开发人员
- 软件工程师
- 系统分析师
- UI designer/web developer
Employers of Recent 研究生s
- 雅各布•欧文斯, ’23, associate software engineer at Realtor.com
- 克莱顿·阿特金森, ‘22, software developer at Epic Systems
- 凯尔大厅, ’21, network administrator at ArcelorMittal USA
- 瑞秋遍历, ‘21, software developer at General Motors
