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The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science plans to apply for ABET accreditation for both of our Bachelor of Science degree programs in Computer Science and Information Systems in the near future.

From http://www.abet.org, ABET is a nonprofit, non-governmental agency that accredits programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology. ABET accreditation provides assurance that a college or university program meets the quality standards of the profession for which that program prepares graduates. ABET accreditation emphasizes self-assessment and continuous improvement within the program. By having our Computer Science and Information Systems programs ABET accredited, our programs would meet a global standard for a quality education in Computer Science and Information Systems. ABET has several accreditation commissions, and we will be applying for accreditation from the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET for both programs.

Program Educational Objectives

Computer Science Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

A graduate of Marietta College’s Computer Science program should demonstrate the following within three to five years after graduating:

  1. Graduates will be proficient in the field of Computer Science by demonstrating success in professional careers and/or postgraduate studies.
  2. Graduates will be able to acquire new knowledge in Computer Science to further professional development and lifelong learning.
  3. Graduates will be able to communicate effectively with individuals and teams and maintain professional integrity.

Approved by the Computer Science faculty on April 19, 2019 and by the CS/IS Advisory Council on May 3, 2019.

Information Systems Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

A graduate of Marietta College’s Information Systems program should demonstrate the following within three to five years after graduating:

  1. Graduates will be proficient in the field of Information Systems by demonstrating success in professional careers and/or postgraduate studies.
  2. Graduates will be able to acquire new knowledge in Information Systems to further professional development and lifelong learning.
  3. Graduates will be able to communicate effectively with individuals and teams and maintain professional integrity.

Approved by the Computer Science faculty on April 19, 2019 and by the CS/IS Advisory Council on May 3, 2019.

Student Learning Outcomes

To meet the Program Educational Objectives, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science will continually assess the following outcomes. 

Computer Science Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Computer Science program will have an ability to:

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Approved by the Computer Science faculty on April 19, 2019 and by the CS/IS Advisory Council on May 3, 2019.

Information Systems Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Computer Science program will have an ability to:

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  6. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

Approved by the Computer Science faculty on April 19, 2019 and by the CS/IS Advisory Council on May 3, 2019.