College of Engineering

Computer and Information Engineering Major Suggested First Year Courses


Computer and Information Engineering
242 Scrugham Engineering and Mines (SEM)
(775) 784-6974
www.cse.unr.edu

 

Fall Semester Spring Semester
Course Credits Course Credits
CS 105 – Introduction to Computing 3 CS 202 – Computer Science II* 3
CS 135 – Computer Science I* 3 ECON 102 – Principles of Microeconomics or other core social science elective 3
ENG 101 – Composition I 3 ENG 102 – Composition II 3
MATH 181 – Calculus I * 4 MATH 182 – Calculus II * 4
Fine Arts Elective (Core) 3 PHYS 180 – Physics for Scientists and Engineers I* 3
    PHYS 180L – Physics for Scientists & Engineers Lab I * 1

* Student must earn a “C” or better.

 

CS 105 – INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING
Lecture + Lab: 2+3
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to essential concepts and practices in computing. Design, assemble, and operate basic computer hardware and software in a collaborative environment.

CS 135 – COMPUTER SCIENCE I
Lecture + Lab: 3+1
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to modern problem solving and programming methods. Emphasis is placed on algorithm development.  Introduction to procedural and data abstraction, emphasizing design, testing, and documentation.  Prerequisite: MATH 128 or satisfactory score on a readiness examination.

CS 202 – COMPUTER SCIENCE II
Lecture + Lab: 3+1
Credit(s): 3
Emphasis on problem solving and program development techniques.  Typical numerical and non-numerical problems are examined. Design, implementation, and abstraction principles of elementary data structures. Prerequisite: CS 135 with a “C” or better.