The Department of Computer Science is located in D. Keith Allison Hall. It is the home of two computer labs, four classrooms, and faculty offices. Our purpose is to promote computer science, information technology, and to ensure that every Methodist University student acquires the necessary computer skills to succeed in his or her chosen field. We offer a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (CSC) and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology (CIT) with two concentrations. We also offer two minors, Computer Science and Computer Information Technology.
Our committed faculty welcome you and are ready to work with you to achieve your academic goals at Methodist University.
The mission of this department is to promote the field of computer science and information technology, while providing our majors with the expertise and practical abilities to solve the computing problems of the 21st Century. Our mission is to ensure that every Methodist University student acquires the necessary knowledge and skills to become a successful professional who is committed to the pursuit of lifelong learning and making a positive contribution to society.
Graduates who major in Computer Science (CSC) will be prepared to pursue successful careers in computing or a related field.
Graduates with major in Computer Science (CSC) will be prepared to pursue advanced degrees in graduate school.
Students who complete the introductory course in Computer Science (CSC 1000) will be able to function as computer literate individuals.
There are two computer labs which house more than 40 fast computer units to support instruction and research. All computers in the labs are on the campus LAN and the internet. They are upgraded regularly and installed with up-to-date Software/applications, include not limit to popular IDEs, project management tools, MIPS simulators, Microsoft Office suite, Internet Browsers and tools, and Maple mathematical software.
The Department of Computer Science has one research lab reserved for CSC and CIT majors.