1. Major Academic Plan (MAP)
Associate in Arts & Sciences
BA in Computer Science, Foundations Option
(100 credits)
Computer Science Department
College of Science, Health & Engineering
Why study computing?
What aspect of modern life has not been affected by computing technologies? Personal computers, game machines, routers, laptops, tablets, smart phones, and wearable electronics have certainly changed the landscape of daily life, but older technologies that we take for granted are also now controlled by software. Automobiles, airplanes, televisions, scientific instruments, medical devices, printers, furnaces, washing machines, ovens, refrigerators, smart homes, ... the list of programmed devices goes on and on. The software applications that run all of these technologies were developed by people like you. An educational foundation in computing will open up many fields in which you can help make the world a better place using your imagination, interest and passion. It's also an excellent financial choice. Current demand for college graduates in computing is far outstripping the supply, resulting in what are consistently amongst the highest starting salaries for new college graduates.
Foundations Option
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science–Foundations Option provides a solid foundation in the practice of computing, while allowing you to expand your education with coursework in other disciplines. The program will prepare you for a career in software development, and is of particular interest if you wish to pursue interdisciplinary applications of computing that are not covered by any of our other degrees.
Other Degrees
BS in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems
BA in Computer Science with Game Development/Animation Option
Minors in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, 3D Animation, Game Development, Computer Applications, and Web Application Development
Master of Science in Computer Science
Program Advisor
Department Chair
Paul H. Schimpf, PhD
Office: CEB 319aA
Department Assistant
Connie Bean
Office: CEB 319F
Operations Manager
Margo Stanzak
Office: CEB 319C
Sample Careers
Software Engineer
Web Developer
Game Programmer
Database Developer
Systems Analyst

2. AA-DTA Degree Requirements with Suggested Classes that Fulfill EWU Prerequisites/Requirements
BIG BEND C.C. COURSE
E.W.U. COURSE EQUIVALENT
ENGLISH (10 credits)
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5)
ENGL 101 College Composition: Exposition and Argument (5)
ENGL& 102 Composition II (5) OR
ENGL 201 Advanced Academic Research Writing
ENGL 201 College Composition: Analysis/Research/Documentation (5)
QUANTITATIVE SKILLS (5 credits)
MATH& 141 Precalculus I (5)
MATH 141 Precalculus I (5)
HUMANITIES (15 credits)
PHIL 210 Ethics (5)
PHIL 212 Introduction to Ethics (5)
SOCIAL SCIENCES 15 credits)
Consult your advisor for course options.
MATH/SCIENCE (15 credits)
MATH& 148 Business Calculus (5)
MATH 301 Discrete Mathematics (5)
SPECIFIED ELECTIVES (10 credits)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH & WELLNESS (3 credits)
GENERAL ELECTIVES (12 credits)
The courses listed below transfer to satisfy EWU Graduation Requirements and can be taken before or during the major programs:
Foreign Language Two full years of high school-level or one full year of college-level credit is required for graduation.
Cultural Diversity (one course)
ENGL 261 Women’s Literature (5)
HUM 214 Diversity Issues: Race, Class and Gender (5)
SOC 204 Gender and Power (5)
International Studies (one course)
HIST 121 History of Mexico (5)
PHIL 250 Asian Philosophy (5)
POLS& 203 International Relations (5)
REL 201 World Religions (5)
SOC& 201 Social Problems (5)