Dr. Tomás Rivera
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
- Office
- Ashby Hall 215
- trivera@university.alkimi.ai
School of Engineering & Computing Programs • BS Degree
Computer Science (BS)
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science prepares software engineers, systems architects, and computing researchers through a rigorous curriculum in algorithms, data structures, computer systems, software design, and artificial intelligence.
Curriculum Structure
Program Overview & Learning Outcomes
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science prepares software engineers, systems architects, and computing researchers through a rigorous curriculum in algorithms, data structures, computer systems, software design, and artificial intelligence.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the baccalaureate curriculum, graduates will:
- Design, implement, and analyze efficient algorithms and scalable software systems using modern paradigms (object-oriented, functional, concurrent).
- Demonstrate deep understanding of computer systems architecture, operating systems kernel primitives, memory management, and network protocols.
- Apply formal mathematical foundations—including discrete mathematics, automata theory, and complexity analysis—to computational problem solving.
- Collaborate in multi-developer engineering teams utilizing Git version control, continuous integration, automated testing, and agile methodologies to construct a complex full-stack software capstone.
Prerequisite Progression Chain
Programming/Software Core: CS 150 → CS 151 → CS 250 → CS 310 → CS 490 → CS 491.
Systems Core: CS 151 → CS 220 → CS 330.
Mathematical Core: MATH 140 → MATH 280 → CS 250 → CS 410.
Undergraduate Catalog
72 Major Credits
Total degree requirement: 120 credits including Alkimi Core and electives.
Secondary Study
Computer Science Minor
Complete 18 credits of focused coursework to pair with another major.
View Minor Requirements →Academic Department
Department of Computer Science
- Location
- Ashby Hall 200
- Phone
- (555) 555-0158
Required Coursework
Major Requirements & Supporting Sciences (72 Credits)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisites & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS 150 | Introduction to Programming with Python | 4 cr | None |
| CS 151 | Object-Oriented Programming & Data Structures | 4 cr | CS 150 with C or higher |
| CS 220 | Computer Architecture and Assembly Language | 4 cr | CS 151 |
| CS 250 | Algorithms and Data Structures | 4 cr | CS 151, MATH 280 |
| CS 310 | Software Engineering and Architecture | 3 cr | CS 250 |
| CS 330 | Operating Systems and Systems Programming | 4 cr | CS 220, CS 250 |
| CS 350 | Database Systems Design and SQL | 3 cr | CS 250 |
| CS 410 | Theory of Computation and Automata | 3 cr | CS 250, MATH 280 |
| CS 490 | Senior Software Design Project I | 3 cr | CS 310, senior standing |
| CS 491 | Senior Software Design Project II | 3 cr | CS 490 |
| CS Electives | Four 300/400-level CS Technical Electives (e.g. AI, Cyber) | 12 cr | CS 250 |
| MATH 140 | Calculus I | 4 cr | MATH 110 or placement |
| MATH 141 | Calculus II | 4 cr | MATH 140 |
| MATH 250 | Linear Algebra | 3 cr | MATH 141 |
| MATH 280 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 cr | MATH 140 |
| STAT 205 | Statistics for Behavioral & Life Sciences | 3 cr | MATH 105 |
| PHYS 121 | University Physics I: Mechanics (with Lab) | 4 cr | MATH 140 |
Sample Degree Roadmap
Four-Year Graduation Plan (120 Credits)
A representative semester-by-semester sequence fulfilling the Alkimi Core (40 credits), major requirements (72 credits), and elective coursework.
Year 1 Fall Term
Semester 1
CS 150 (4), MATH 140 (4), ENGL 101 (3), FYS 101 (3) = 14 cr
Total: 14 cr
Year 1 Spring Term
Semester 2
CS 151 (4), MATH 141 (4), MATH 280 (3), ENGL 102 (3), Core Arts (3) = 17 cr
Total: 17 cr
Year 2 Fall Term
Semester 3
CS 220 (4), CS 250 (4), MATH 250 (3), PHYS 121 w/Lab (4) = 15 cr
Total: 15 cr
Year 2 Spring Term
Semester 4
CS 310 (3), CS 350 (3), STAT 205 (3), Core Humanities (3), Core Social Science (3) = 15 cr
Total: 15 cr
Year 3 Fall Term
Semester 5
CS 330 (4), CS Tech Elective 1 (3), Core Social Science (3), Core Global Perspectives (3), Elective (3) = 16 cr
Total: 16 cr
Year 3 Spring Term
Semester 6
CS 410 (3), CS Tech Elective 2 (3), Core Science (4), Core Humanities (3), Elective (3) = 16 cr
Total: 16 cr
Year 4 Fall Term
Semester 7
CS 490 Senior Capstone I (3), CS Tech Elective 3 (3), Upper-Division Elective (3), Elective (3), Elective (2) = 14 cr
Total: 14 cr
Year 4 Spring Term
Semester 8
CS 491 Senior Capstone II (3), CS Tech Elective 4 (3), CORE 400 Capstone (2), Upper-Division Elective (3), Elective (2) = 13 cr
Total: 13 cr
Instruction & Mentorship
Department Faculty
Learn alongside distinguished scholars, active researchers, and dedicated classroom mentors.
Dr. Neha Patel
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
- Office
- Ashby Hall 221
- npatel@university.alkimi.ai