Computer Science at James Madison University

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1 Computer Science at James Madison University Dr. Sharon Simmons Department Head for Computer Science Dr. Nathan Sprague and Dr. Chris Mayfield Faculty Members and CS Advisors February 14,

2 WHAT IS COMPUTER SCIENCE? 2

3 In*for*ma*tion tech*nol*ogy 1: all forms of technology used to create, store, exchange and use information in its various forms; 2: the design and use of computers and communications to improve the way we live, learn, work and play. We use computing, IT, and computer science interchangeably to connote the creation and manipulation of technology; not to be confused with using technology or learning computer applications

4 Why CS & IT Matter» They re ubiquitous, pervasive» They re driving the U.S. and global economies» They re the backbone for transportation, communication» They re spurring innovations in science and technology» They re changing human relationships and infrastructures

5 Computer Science is everywhere Advertising Archaeology Art Communication Environment Film Health Human Rights Journalism Languages Law Literature Math Medicine Psychology Public safety Robotics Security Sports Etc. 5

6 Computer Science as a Major Appeals to people who Like puzzles and problem solving Are well organized and methodical Have discipline and determination Are creative and like to work hard 6

7 WHAT ARE THE JOB PROSPECTS? 7

8 !"#$#%&"#%'()*%+,-.%!/00%1#% * STEM is defined here to include non-medical occupations. Source: Jobs data are calculated from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Employment Projections , available at

9 !"#$#%&"#%'()*%+,-.%!/00%1#% B#E$##.%J.K%+,-.% L% Sources: Degree data are calculated from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Science and Engineering Indicators 2012, available at Annual jobs data are calculated from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Employment Projections , available at STEM is defined here to include nonmedical degrees and occupations.!"#"$%&'()'&

10 Virginia Workforce Statistics (See Virginia will demand a total of 374,320 STEM jobs by 2018, up from 288,430 in percent of STEM jobs in Virginia will be in Computer Occupations by 2018.

11 IT Jobs Available with 4-Year or Advanced Degree

12 Quality of Jobs

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14 JMU 14

15 CS at JMU B.S. in CS and M.S. in CS 450 undergraduates, 60 graduates 17 CS Faculty Program strengths: Software Engineering, Computer Networking, Robotics (minor), Telecommunications (Minor), Database Systems, Information Security, Digital Forensics. Embedded systems, and more! 15

16 CS Department 16

17 Departmental Culture and Opportunities Student-Faculty Relationships Friendly Environment Small class sections Undergraduate laboratory assistants Undergraduates working on research grants Independent study with CS faculty members Summer Internships Programming Team Competitions CyberDefense Team Competitions 17

18 Student/Alumni Panel 18

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20 Student Support and Enrichment Student organizations ACM Student Chapter Cyber Defense Club & Team Programming Team Cyber Forensics Group Women in Technology Unix Users Group Robotics Club UPE CS Honor Society Departmental Scholarships TA Consultants for the introductory programming sequence Independent Study Research Projects 20

21 Scholarship Opportunities JMU Scholarships Second Century Madison Achievement Dingledine Scholar Departmental Scholarships Curt Foundation Computer Science TAG FGM Malcolm Lane SWIFT Industrial Partners National Scholarships DoD Information Assurance NSF Scholarship for Service 21

22 High Demand Area: Information Security JMU is a National Security Agency (NSA) Designated Center of Academic Excellence in Information Security Education Undergraduate specialty in Information Security NSA NSTISSI 4011 Certification Many jobs in information security Higher salaries 22

23 CS M.S. at JMU B.S./M.S. 5 Year Program (Digital Forensics) M.S. CS in Information Security M.S. CS in Digital Forensics 23

24 Dr. Chris Mayfield Curriculum and the first year experience 24

25 120 Credit Hours hours in CS hours GenEd hours elective 25

26 Your Program: First Year This can be customized after consultation with your advisor First Semester CS 139 or 149 Java I Calculus I Gen-ed Gen-ed Second Semester CS 159 Java II Calculus II CS 227 Discrete Math Gen-ed Gen-ed (opt) CS 139, 149, and 159 taught with lecture and lab components; per section! 26

27 Second Through Fourth Years Year First Semester Second Semester Sophomore CS 240 Data Structures CS 350 Computer Org. CS 228 Discrete Math II CS 260 Technical Writing CS 345 Software Eng. Statistics Junior CS 450 Operating Systems CS 430 Program Langs. CS 460 Networking CS 474 Databases Senior CS Elective CS Elective CS Elective 27

28 Next Steps Make your decision Pay your deposit (by May 1) and meet other One Book deadlines Prepare for Summer Orientation One Book Register for summer springboard Enrollment and class information Major and enroll in classes Attend Summer Springboard Meet your advisor Make any schedule adjustments Attend 1787 orientation in the fall 28

29 Check Out Our Website (click on B.S. link) Information about: Program Faculty Student clubs and activities 29

30 Contact Information Dr. Sharon Simmons Office: ISAT/CS 222 Phone: Dr. Chris Mayfield Office: ISAT/CS 208 Phone: