ABET Computer Science, BS (Pullman)

Accreditation

The Washington State University program in Computer Science, BS (Pullman) is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Program Educational Objectives

Objective 1: Within a few years after their graduation, graduates of our program have professional careers in the computing industry or academia or are engaged in advanced studies.

Objective 2: Within a few years after their graduation, graduates of our program adapt to changes in technology as well as to the needs of society.

Objective 3: Within a few years after their graduation, graduates of our program continue to seek knowledge to thrive in an increasingly globalized society.

Objective 4: Within a few years after their graduation, graduates of our program are successful team members or team leaders.

Objective 5: Within a few years after their graduation, graduates of our program conduct themselves with integrity and incorporate proper ethical considerations in their work.

Student Outcomes

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.
7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Undergraduate Enrollment and Degrees Awarded

Year	Enrollment	Degrees Awarded
2020	692	100
2019	663	87
2018	623	80
2017	541	68
2016	492	57
2015	499	49
2014	441	32

Enrollment data is for the Fall semester of the year identified.
Degrees awarded are for the Fiscal year (July 1-June 30) ending in the year identified.