Undergraduate program
The computer science program is designed to provide students with the educational background required for a professional career in the computing industry and for further study at the graduate level. The program includes a core of required courses and an elective program of courses over a wide range of topics. Seniors work in teams to carry out community-based projects during the two-term capstone course in software engineering.
The computer science curriculum at Portland State University is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - Telephone: (410) 347-7700. This national organization sets standards for computer science education defined in terms of curricular content, quality of faculty, and adequacy of facilities.
Computer Science Minor
A minor in computer science is available within the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science in the area of computer science.
Requirements
To earn a minor in computer science, a student must complete 36 credits as follows:
Courses
| CS 162 | Introduction to Computer Science | 4 |
| CS 163 | Data Structures | 4 |
| CS 201 | Computer Systems Programming | 4 |
| CS 202 | Programming Systems | 4 |
| | Computer science electives | 20 |
Computer Science Electives: CS 404 not included. At least 12 must be upper division.
Total Credit Hours: 36
Only grades of C or better count toward departmental requirements. At least 18 of the required 36 credits must be taken at Portland State University.
Admission to the CS minor requires successful completion of a programming proficiency demonstration (consult with the CS Department for details).