University General Course Catalog 2023-2024 
    
    Oct 14, 2024  
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Computer Science and Engineering, B.S. in C.S.E.


Computer Science and Engineering is the science and engineering of solving problems with computers. It is a young discipline positioned at the crossroads of many fields in mathematics, science and engineering and binds theory, abstraction, and design of computing devices, programs, and systems that solve a variety of problems in just about all areas of human endeavor. Computer science and engineering encompasses the methodology, tools and techniques, and theory of how information is derived, stored, manipulated, and communicated. Because of its importance to our world, computer science and engineering is an extremely exciting field of study that continues to grow at a rapid pace.

Accreditation information is available at https://www.unr.edu/cse/about/accreditation

Student Learning Outcomes


Students will be able to:

  • identify, formulate, analyze, and solve complex computing or engineering problems by applying principles of computing, engineering, science, and mathematics.
  • design, implement, and evaluate a computing or engineering solution to meet a given set of requirements, with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  • communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts, with a range of audiences.
  • recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in engineering and computing practice based on legal and ethical principles, considering the impact of solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  • function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline, creating a collaborative and inclusive environment, establishing goals, planning tasks, and meeting objectives.
  • apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
  • develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  • acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Contact Information


Computer Science and Engineering Department 
242 Scrugham Engineering
(775) 784-6974
http://www.cse.unr.edu

For advising contact: College of Engineering Advising Center
Scrugham Engineering and Mines, Suite 131
(775) 682-7721
coenadvising@unr.edu 

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Admission Requirements


Admission requirements and procedures are available at http://www.unr.edu/admissions#requirements. Only students who are eligible to enroll in  (as demonstrated through placement tests) may enter specific degree programs within the College of Engineering. Others may enter the undeclared engineering program. Undeclared engineering students must be admissible to a specific major program within four regular semesters (fall and spring). 

Graduation Requirements


  • Total Units | 122
  • Cumulative GPA | 2.0
  • University GPA | 2.0
  • Major GPA | 2.0
  • Residency Requirement | 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
  • Major Residency Requirement | 15 Units of Major Requirements at UNR including  and  
  • Upper-Division Requirement | 40 Upper-Division Units
  • As per engineering and computer science accreditation requirements, students are required to have the following:
    • a minimum of 30 semester credit hours of a combination of college-level mathematics and basic sciences with experimental experience appropriate to the program
    • a minimum of 45 semester credit hours of engineering topics appropriate to the program, consisting of engineering and computer sciences and engineering design, and utilizing modern engineering tools
    • at least 30 semester credit hours of up-to-date coverage of fundamental and advanced computing topics that provide both breadth and depth

I. Core General Education Requirements (27-30 units)


NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “.”

Students in this major must meet all Core Objectives (CO1 through CO14). Courses satisfying Core Objectives are designated (e.g., CO9) in General Catalog curricula and course descriptions.

A. Composition & Communication; Critical Analysis & Use of Information (3-6 units) - CO1, CO3


B. Quantitative Reasoning (4 units) - CO2


D. Cultures, Societies, & Individuals (3 units) - CO6


E. Artistic Composition, Interpretation, & Expression (3 units) - CO7


F. History & Culture; Constitution (6 units) - CO5, CO8


Refer to the  chapter in this catalog.

II. Additional Core Requirements (3 units maximum)


Students must take courses that satisfy the following Core Objectives. Some or all of these Core Objectives may be satisfied in the Major Requirements (Section IV).  Refer to the  chapter in this catalog.

A. Science, Technology & Society - CO9


B. Diversity & Equity - CO10


The following recommended courses can also be used in the General Education Requirement:

C. Global Context - CO11


The following course counts in the Major Requirement:

D. Ethics - CO12


E. Capstone Integration & Synthesis - CO13


F. Application - CO14


III. Additional College Requirements (0 units)


IV. Major Requirements (89 units)


V. Minor Requirements (0 units)


VI. Electives (3-6 units)


VII. Recommended Schedule


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Note(s):


In addition to the general university requirements of at least a “C” (2.0) average for graduation, engineering students must earn at least a “C” in those courses designated with an asterisk (*) and must also maintain at least a “C” average in the Core Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and major requirements courses.

  and  must be taken in residence (no substitutions or waivers).