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Department of Computer Science

Computer Science

The mission of the Computer Science program is to educate majors in the principles and practices of computer science, preparing them for graduate school, for careers in software development and computing systems technology, and a lifetime of learning.

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The Computer Science undergraduate program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Abet

The objectives of the CS Program at UCF are that:

  1. CS graduates participate as effective and productive team members or leaders in the development of computer and software systems covering a broad range of fields including engineering, scientific, and enterprise applications.
  2. CS graduates demonstrate the knowledge and skills to do advanced studies and research in computer science and related engineering and scientific disciplines.
Students

All graduating CS majors shall:

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


Academic Year Academic Plan Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 Computer Science BS 3034 470
2020-21 Computer Science BS 2901 409
2019-20 Computer Science BS 2537 318
2018-19 Computer Science BS 2280 325
2017-18 Computer Science BS 2099 275
2016-17 Computer Science BS 1852 187
2015-16 Computer Science BS 1612 189
2014-15 Computer Science BS 1337 165
2013-14 Computer Science BS 1170 157
2012-13 Computer Science BS 1029 106
2011-12 Computer Science BS 875 112
2010-11 Computer Science BS 721 91

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.


Academic Year Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 248 82
2020-21 146 97
2019-20 161 66
2018-19 145 73
2017-18 117 64
2016-17 99 58
2015-16 98 63
2014-15 90 41
2013-14 66 39
2012-13 60 46
2011-12 58 22
2010-11 62 32

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.


Academic Year Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 184 28
2020-21 180 30
2019-20 196 29
2018-19 174 21
2017-18 168 18
2016-17 154 10
2015-16 140 9
2014-15 125 13
2013-14 113 6
2012-13 117 11
2011-12 114 16
2010-11 102 13

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.

 

Information Technology

The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Degree Program is to educate students in the science and practices of information technology, preparing them for a lifetime of learning and for careers in information technology as well as in a wide variety of disciplines that integrate information technology into their respective fields of activity.

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The Information Technology undergraduate program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Abet

The objectives of the Information Technology Program at UCF are that:

  1. Graduates demonstrate the technical competence necessary for careers in information technology as well as in a wide variety of disciplines that integrate information technology into their respective fields of activity
  2. Graduates demonstrate communication skills, teamwork capabilities, and leadership abilities necessary for a successful professional career.
  3. Graduates participate in life-long learning activities appropriate to their profession, including graduate study, professional training, and involvement in professional societies.
Students

By graduation each student should be able 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. Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.
  7. Effectively integrate security standards and best practices into IT-based systems.
  8. Apply technical skills in a diverse IT landscape to recognize and mitigate the potential negative impacts created by the introduction of new IT-based solutions on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.


Academic Year Academic Plan Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 Information Technology BS 1147 294
2020-21 Information Technology BS 1174 277
2019-20 Information Technology BS 1054 201
2018-19 Information Technology BS 951 193
2017-18 Information Technology BS 834 169
2016-17 Information Technology BS 837 184
2015-16 Information Technology BS 837 201
2014-15 Information Technology BS 729 143
2013-14 Information Technology BS 691 124
2012-13 Information Technology BS 622 107
2011-12 Information Technology BS 551 92
2010-11 Information Technology BS 457 61

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.

 

Data Analytics

Academic Year Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 55 30
2020-21 73 41
2019-20 73 35
2018-19 50 18
2017-18 33 12
2016-17 15

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.

 

Digital Forensics


Academic Year Fall Enrollment Degrees Awarded
Summer, Fall, Spring
2021-22 100 37
2020-21 116 44
2019-20 108 39
2018-19 115 38
2017-18 99 32
2016-17 92 33
2015-16 80 34
2014-15 99 33
2013-14 110 36
2012-13 116 40
2011-12 135 43
2010-11 118 27

Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.