Computer Science

The WOU Computer Science program includes instruction in both the theoretical and applied aspects of computing, with a primary goal of developing the hands-on skills that will make you marketable to employers in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. You’ll take courses in introductory to advanced programming, computer architecture, and software development, preparing you for jobs at companies such as Microsoft, Dell, Shiftwise, Fiserv, and Umpqua Bank.

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Choose from B.A.S., B.A. or B.S.

Four-year degree plan

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credits required for the Computer Science major

students enrolled in the Computer Science program

students per class on average in the Computer Science program

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of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

Sample four-year degree plan

Learning outcomes

Develop expertise in software engineering practices
Master software development and project management tools consistent with current industry standards
Exhibit autodidactic qualities through individual studies, group projects and research opportunities

Career opportunities

Software developer
Software engineer
DevOps engineer
Quality assurance
Mobile app designer

Computer Science minor

It’s no secret that understanding technology and how it works is a huge selling point in many professions. A minor in computer science can be a terrific complement to almost any major, including business, criminal justice, mathematics or communications.

credits required for the Computer Science minor

Faculty

CHRIS BROOKS

NTT Instructor, Computer Science Division
503-838-9297 | brooksc@wou.edu | ITC 304

LUCAS CORDOVA

Associate Professor, Computer Science Division
503-838-9442 | cordoval@wou.edu | ITC 302A

BREEANN FLESCH

Professor, Division Chair, Computer Science Division
503-838-9489 | fleschb@wou.edu | ITC 310A

DON KRAUS

Instructor and Advisor of Computer Science and Information Systems, Computer Science Division
503-838-8992 | krausd@wou.edu | ITC 305

ALEXANDRIA LECLERC

NTT Instructor, Computer Science Division
503-751-4002 | leclerca@wou.edu

BECKA MORGAN

Professor, CS Program Coordinator, Computer Science Division
503-838-8964 | morganb@wou.edu | ITC 302C

SCOT MORSE

Professor, Computer Science Division
503-838-8921 | morses@wou.edu | ITC 308

ALLISON OMLID

NTT Instructor, Computer Science Division
503-838-9272 | omlida@wou.edu | ITC 310F

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