Computer Science
Computer Science
Computer Science Department Mission Statement
The Computer Science department is committed to providing comprehensive offerings that establish foundations for lifelong learning and empower students to be effective participants in a computerized, information rich society.
Learning Expectations
Computer Science students are expected to be:
Critical thinkers and problem solvers who:
- Make effective use of project design methodology (e.g. algorithms, flowcharts, storyboards)
- Code, debug and implement comprehensive computer programming projects
- Make effective use of applications to design and generate quality products
Effective users of technology who:
- Demonstrate a conceptual foundation of procedures and processes on which coding skills are dependent
- Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of hardware and software architecture on which coding skills are dependent
Effective communicators who:
- Present technical concepts and processes clearly and effectively
- Read, write and trace program code accurately
Responsible citizens who:
- Work productively as members of a project development team
- Actively engage in independent self-directed exploration of computer science concepts
- Use technology responsibly