Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2022-2023 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
COMPUTER INFORMATION SCIENCE
Degree : Bachelor of Science Options : ( Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning ; Cybersecurity and Computer Forensics ; Web Design ) and Minor Program Type : Term Program Modality : On-ground Program Director / Coordinator : Cindy Casey
Program Description : The Computer Information Science program combines the fundamental problemsolving capabilities of computer science with hands-on experience in several areas of CIS , including programming , networking , cybersecurity , computer forensics , artificial intelligence , machine learning , data mining , database development , web design , multimedia , and mobile applications .
Program Student Learning Outcomes : PLO1 : Understand the professional , ethical , security , and social impact computers and technology have on society ; PLO2 : Possess the ability to communicate technical subject matter in a variety of formats ; PLO3 : Demonstrate innovative approaches in addressing technical issues ; PLO4 : Demonstrate problem-solving abilities for analyzing a technical problem through finding and implementing a solution ; PLO5 : Strive to consciously develop and apply technologies without bias .
NOTE : For Major Requirements , see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets . For Curriculum Sequence , see Program Handbook .
Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures : Note : Same as University
Transfers , Internal : Students interesting in changing their major to the BS Computer Information Science program may do so at any time but must have earned a GPA of 2.5 or higher prior to being accepted into the program . Internal transfers will meet with the Program Director to discuss their interest , the requirements of the program , and the transfer of credits from their previous major .
Transfers , External : Any student who has been enrolled in a regionally accredited post-secondary school of higher education and accepted into Gwynedd Mercy University as a transfer student may apply for admission into the BS Computer Information Science program . The Registrar ’ s office will conduct a transfer equivalency analysis of the applicant ’ s completed credits . Course credits from another accredited institution will be accepted if they correspond to the courses offered at Gwynedd Mercy University and if the course grades are C or higher ( C- is not an acceptable grade for transfer ). The Program Coordinator will review all transcripts and course descriptions from the sending university to determine course equivalency .
Academic Standards / Grade Requirements : Grades of “ C ” or higher are required in each major course 86