Program Overview
Do you want to expand your career options by enhancing your computer skills? As an increasing number of professions have become more reliant upon computer systems, a Computer Science minor is an ideal complement to a broad array of academic majors. In 365速发国际’s Computer Science minor, you will learn computational reasoning and gain an understanding of algorithmic solutions and the principles of database management. With these technical proficiencies, along with interdisciplinary research opportunities and on-the-job experience in internships, your skillset will be in high demand by employers and will enable you to do far more with your major than you ever imagined.
Why Minor in Computer Science at 365速发国际
Most jobs in the computer science field are not performed in a vacuum; they are carried out within other fields and industries, from pharmacy and other health sciences to biology, marine science, and business. 365速发国际’s Computer Science minor is not just a pared-down version of a computer science major. It is its own unique program that is designed to complement majors in a variety of other fields.
- Project-based curriculum
- Promotes interdisciplinary study
- Supports internships with many local partner companies
- Enhances career prospects no matter what your major
Academics
Examples of Available Courses
In addition to required courses in Discrete Math, Data Structures, and Programming with Python, other coursework in the minor may include:
- Linear Algebra
- Database Design and SQL
- Graph Theory
- Numerical Analysis
- Programming II
For more information, view the curriculum or see the academic catalog.
Careers
Through your strong foundation in the principles and methods of computer science and knowledge of your major, as well as your experiences with interdisciplinary study, research projects, and student internships, you will be prepared for many lucrative and in-demand jobs in your field that require a computer science background.
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Additionally, a Computer Science minor will position you to grow your career toward more familiar, and much needed, technology roles such as:
- Cybersecurity specialist
- Database administrator
- Web developer/Search engine optimization specialist
- eCommerce consultant
- Systems analyst
- Data scientist
- Cloud computing specialist/Cloud engineer
- UX designer
- Machine learning engineer
Whether you have a specific career goal in mind or a vague idea of the field that interests you, Career Advising is here to help you plan your next step.
Computer Science Careers by the Numbers
National average salary for computer scientists
(Glassdoor, 2021)
Projected job market growth for computer scientists for 2019–2029
(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021)
Experiential Learning
Whether you’re providing computational assistance to a faculty member in a medical lab, interning at a marine research institute, or working in class to develop an algorithm for a business’ website search engine, hands-on learning allows you to meld computer science with your academic major for real-life experiences that prepare you for careers in your chosen field.
Research
Our students have combined their interest in computer science with other passions to explore a wide variety of research subjects. Past projects have included Twitter mining to examine sentiments surrounding a social issue, developing software to classify breast cancer based on data, designing a Dynamic Programming algorithm with applications for gene sequencing, and examining ocean data to understand Biddeford Pool’s currents.
Internships
A variety of local businesses offer internships that enhance a wide range of majors while also supporting the computer science minor. These may include:
- Idexx
- Unum
- Martin’s Point Healthcare
For more information, contact Cynthia Simon in the College of Arts and Sciences Internship Office at (207) 602-2540 or csimon@turbos-bourse.com.