Iowa State University Computer Science Programs

Iowa State University’s Computer Science programs are designed to prepare students for positions as computer scientists and software developers with industry and government. These courses equip students with a sound knowledge of the foundations of Computer Science as well as problem-solving and system design skills necessary to create robust, efficient, reliable, scalable, and flexible software systems.

Upon graduation, students should have:

• An ability to analyze a complex computing problem, and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. 
• An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. 
• An ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. 
• An ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.