About our Programs:

The Computer Science and Information Systems department offers its graduates a common foundation for analysis, design and development of computer and information systems within four distinct areas of specialization or "options" in our major program.

Computer Science Option:

This option has a technical and theoretical emphasis providing students with a comprehensive understanding of software engineering, computing techniques and the underlying theories. Graduates will develop skills relevant to the analysis, design and implementation of sophisticated software/hardware systems and communication networks.

Computer Information Systems Option:

The analysis and design of information systems with an emphasis on managing, storing, transmitting and providing ready access to information is the key to the CIS option. Graduates will develop skills relevant to the analysis, design and implementation of sophisticated information systems.

Management Information Systems Option:

This option has a management emphasis offering students comprehensive understanding of information systems and a strong foundation in fundamental management skills and practices. Graduates will develop skills relevant to the analysis, design and implementation of information systems.

Education Option:

This option is designed to meet the certification requirements in the state of Wisconsin for secondary school computer science teachers.

For More information about these "options" and a summary of requirements please visit Major / Minor Information.

Hands-on Learning:

Hands-on approach to learning and problem solving is emphasized in our programs. Our small size classes offer students individualized interaction with their faculty and other students.

All our classrooms are equipped with the latest multimedia technology to provide modern and efficient learning. Computer labs are outfitted with state of the art computing and communication facilities including desktop computers, UNIX workstations, networking technologies and graphics workstations. Advance labs allow our students to work with state-of-the-art technologies and explore topics in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Genetic Algorithms, Computer Vision, Wireless Computing, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, etc.

Remote access to computing facilities, email and Internet is provided via dial-in connections. In addition, students living in the residence halls have high-speed access to these facilities.

Professional Development:

Opportunities for professional development beyond coursework are available. The Computer Science and Information Systems department has an active local chapter of the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) providing students generous opportunities to meet and learn from students, professional speakers and faculty representatives. The chapter is run by the students and provides a range of activities and services, including: talks by local practitioners, visits from prominent speakers, technical and career workshops, field trips to computing installations and chapter social activities.

Please Contact Us for additional information about our programs.