College of Engineering

Computer Science Major
Suggested First Year Courses


Computer Science
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 and 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.