Main Departmental Office
University of North Texas Research Park, Room F201
P.O. Box 311366
Denton, TX 76203-1366
(940) 565-2767
Fax: (940) 565-2799
Web site: www.cse.unt.edu
Professors: Kallman, Kavi, Parberry, Renka, Shahrokhi, Swigger. Associate Professors: Brazile, Jacob, Mikler, Sweany, Tarau, Tate. Assistant Professors: Akl, Dantu, Huang, Irby, Li, Mihalcea, Mohanty. Visiting Assistant Professor: Garlick. Lecturers: Keathly, Retzlaff, Shields.
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of North Texas provides very high quality educational programs by maintaining a balance between theoretical and experimental aspects of computer science, as well as a balance between software and hardware issues, and by providing curricula that serve the citizens and industrial organizations of Texas in general, and those in North Texas in particular. The department facilitates a collegial atmosphere that is conducive to intellectual and scholarly pursuits of the faculty and students. The department strongly encourages interdisciplinary research.
At present, the department offers bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, master of science and doctoral degrees all with a major in computer science. The department includes 19 tenured or tenure-track professors and three full-time lecturers. Current research interests of the faculty include theoretical computer science, databases, visualization, game programming, wired and wireless networks, computer security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, computer systems architecture, agent based systems, collaborative learning, parallel and distributed processing, and numerical analyses. The departmental research is supported by federal and state agencies as well as industrial concerns.
The department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the following areas:
The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in computer science is designed to provide a broad education so that the student can take advantage of a variety of professional opportunities.
1. Hours Required and General/College Requirements: A minimum of 128 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree as specified in the “General University Requirements” in the Academics section of this catalog, and “Engineering Requirements” as specified in the College of Engineering section of this catalog.
2. Major Requirements: 30 semester hours of computer science, including CSCE 1030, 1040, 2050, 2610, 3110 and 3600. At least 18 hours must be in advanced courses, 12 of which must be taken at UNT. A maximum of 6 hours of credit in CSCE 4890, 4910, 4915, 4930, 4940 or 4950 will count toward this degree.
3. Other Course Requirements: ENGR 2720, Digital Logic.
4. Minor: Optional.
5. Electives: See four-year plan.
6. Other Requirements: A GPA of at least 2.75 on all advanced computer science courses.
Following is one suggested four-year degree plan. Students are encouraged to see their adviser each semester for help with program decisions and enrollment. Students are responsible for meeting all course prerequisites.
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 1030, Computer Science I | 4 |
| ENGL 1310, College Writing, or ENGL 1313, Computer Assisted College Writing I* | 3 |
| LANG 2040, Foreign Language(intermediate)** | 3 |
| MATH 1650, Pre-Calculus (prerequisite for MATH 1710) | 5 |
| Total | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 1040, Computer Science II | 3 |
| ENGL 2700, Technical Writing* | 3 |
| LANG 2050, Foreign Language (intermediate)** | 3 |
| PSCI 1040, American Government* | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences* | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2050, Computer Science III | 3 |
| ENGR 2060, Professional Presentations (may be used to satisfy Communication requirement**) | 3 |
| ENGR 2720, Digital Logic | 4 |
| MATH 1710, Calculus I | 4 |
| Humanities* | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| MATH 2770, Discrete Mathematical Structures | 3 |
| PSCI 1050, American Government* | 3 |
| CSCE Option | 1 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Literature** | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2610, Computer Organization | 3 |
| CSCE 3110, Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| HIST 2610, United States History to 1865* | 3 |
| Natural Sciences** | 4 |
| Wellness* | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 3600, Principles of Systems Programming | 3 |
| HIST 2620, United States History Since 1865* | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural, Diversity and Global Studies* | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Natural Sciences** | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 4 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Laboratory Science** | 4 |
| Visual and Performing Arts* | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 4 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
* See the University Core Curriculum section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
** See College of Engineering degree requirements section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
Actual degree plans may vary depending on availability of courses in a given semester. Some courses may require prerequisites not listed. Students may wish to use opportunities for electives to complete a minor of their choice.
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in computer science is a professional degree designed to prepare the student for a career of further studies in the technology and application of computers. The BS degree requires more course work in computer science, mathematics and technical writing.
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in computer science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), [111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, (410) 347-7700].
1. Hours Required and General/College Requirements: A minimum of 131 semester hours, of which 45 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor’s degree as specified in the “General University Requirements” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Engineering requirements.
2. Major Requirements: A minimum of 45 semester hours, including CSCE 1030, 1040, 2050, 2610, 3110, 3600, 4010 (2), 4110 and 4410; plus 18 hours of computer science (including 15–18 hours to reach 45 advanced hours required for the degree). A maximum of 6 hours of credit in CSCE 4890, 4910, 4915, 4930, 4940 or 4950 will count toward this degree.
3. Other Required Courses:
a. MATH 1710, Calculus I; MATH 1720, Calculus II; MATH 1780, Probability Models; and MATH 2770, Discrete Mathematical Structures; plus 3 semester hours selected from MATH 2700, Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry; MATH 3350, Introduction to Numerical Analysis; or MATH 3410, Differential Equations I.
b. ENGR 2720, Digital Logic.
c. 16 hours of laboratory science: PHYS 1710/1730; 2220/2240; one natural life science chosen from BIOL 1710/1730, 1720/1740, ARCH 2800, GEOG 1710, GEOL 1610; plus one additional course chosen from the above natural life sciences or from CHEM 1410/1430, 1420/1440, or PHYS 3010/3030.
d. 3 hours selected from ENGL 4180, 4190, 4250.
4. Minor: Optional.
5. Electives: See four-year plan.
6. Other Requirements: A grade point average of at least 2.75 is required for all advanced computer science courses.
Following is one suggested four-year degree plan. Students are encouraged to see their adviser each semester for help with program decisions and enrollment. Students are responsible for meeting all course prerequisites.
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 1030, Computer Science I | 4 |
| ENGL 1310, College Writing I* | 3 |
| MATH 1710, Calculus I | 4 |
| PSCI 1040, American Government* | 3 |
| Humanities* | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 1040, Computer Science II | 3 |
| ENGL 2700, Technical Writing** | 3 |
| MATH 2770, Discrete Mathematical Structures | 3 |
| PSCI 1050, American Government* | 3 |
| Visual and Performing Arts* | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2050, Computer Science III | 3 |
| ENGR 2060, Professional Presentations (may be used to satisfy Communication requirement**) | 3 |
| ENGR 2720, Digital Logic | 4 |
| HIST 2610, United States History to 1865* | 3 |
| MATH 1720, Calculus II | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2610, Computer Organization | 3 |
| CSCE 3110, Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| HIST 2620, United States History Since 1865* | 3 |
| MATH 1780, Probability Models | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences* | 3 |
| Wellness* | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 3600, Principles of Systems Programming | 3 |
| MATH 2700, Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry, or MATH 3350, Introduction to Numerical Analysis, or MATH 3410, Differential Equations I | 3 |
| PHYS 1710, Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 1730, Laboratory in Mechanics | 1 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| ENGL 4180, Advanced Technical Writing, or ENGL 4190, Technical Editing, or ENGL 4250, Writing Technical Procedures and Manuals | 3 |
| PHYS 2220, Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
| PHYS 2240, Laboratory in Wave Motion Electricity, Magnetism and Optics | 1 |
| Cross-Cultural, Diversity and Global Studies* | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 4110, Algorithms | 3 |
| CSCE 4410, Software Development I | 3 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Natural/Life Sciences (see degree requirements) | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 4010, Social Implications of Computing | 2 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| CSCE Option (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Elective (advanced) | 2 |
| Natural/Life Sciences or Physical Sciences (see degree requirements) | 4 |
| Total | 17 |
* See the University Core Curriculum section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
** See College of Engineering degree requirements section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
Actual degree plans may vary depending on availability of courses in a given semester. Some courses may require prerequisites not listed.
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in computer engineering is designed for students who wish to specialize in computer hardware, communication systems, digital signal processing, micro-controllers, real-time and embedded systems. Computer engineering students are exposed to both theoretical and practical issues of both hardware and software in laboratories with state-of-the art equipment. The program provides a strong engineering background, with an understanding of the principles and techniques of computing. A professional degree, which includes a two-term/semester senior design project sequence, the BS is designed to meet the criteria of the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The degree program prepares the graduates for a career and graduate studies in computer engineering and related fields.
1. Hours Required and General/College Requirements: A minimum of 131 semester hours, of which 45 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor’s degree as specified in the “General University Requirements” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Engineering requirements.
2. Major Requirements: A minimum of 61 semester hours, including CSCE 1030, 1040, 2050, 2610, 3010, 3020, 3600, 3610, 3730, 4910, 4915; ELET 3720; ENGR 2720, 2405; two required Computer Engineering Specialty Area core courses from one of four specializations: Real-Time and Embedded Systems, VLSI and Electronics, Communication and Networks, and Computer Systems; one elective from the same specialization; and any two advanced-level technical electives (with approval of adviser).
3. Other Required Courses:
a. MATH 1710, Calculus I; 1720, Calculus II; MATH 1780, Probability Models; MATH 2700, Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry; MATH 2730, Multivariable Calculus; MATH 2770, Discrete Mathematical Structures.
b. PHYS 1710/1730; 2220/2240; CHEM 1410/1430.
c. Mathematics or Science Elective (3 hours, advanced, with adviser approval).
4. Minor: Optional.
5. Electives: See four-year plan.
6. Other Requirements: A grade point average of at least 2.75 is required for all advanced computer engineering courses.
Following is one suggested four-year degree plan. Students are encouraged to see their adviser each semester for help with program decisions and enrollment. Students are responsible for meeting all course prerequisites.
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CHEM 1410, General Chemistry for Science Majors | 3 |
| CHEM 1430, General Chemistry Laboratory | 1 |
| CSCE 1030, Computer Science I | 4 |
| ENGL 1310, College Writing I, or ENGL 1313, Computer Assisted College Writing I* | 3 |
| HIST 2610, United States History to 1865* | 3 |
| MATH 1710, Calculus I | 4 |
| Total | 18 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 1040, Computer Science II | 3 |
| ENGL 2700, Technical Writing** | 3 |
| HIST 2620, United States History Since 1865* | 3 |
| MATH 1720, Calculus II | 3 |
| PHYS 2220, Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
| PHYS 2240, Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics | 1 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2050, Computer Science III | 3 |
| ENGR 2060, Professional Presentations (may be used to satisfy Communication requirement**) | 3 |
| ENGR 2405, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering | 4 |
| ENGR 2720, Digital Logic | 4 |
| MATH 2700, Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 2610, Computer Organization | 3 |
| MATH 1780, Probability Models | 3 |
| MATH 2730, Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 2770, Discrete Mathematical Structures | 3 |
| PHYS 1710, Mechanics | 3 |
| PHYS 1730, Laboratory in Mechanics | 1 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 3010, Signals and Systems | 3 |
| CSCE 3600, Principles of Systems Programming | 3 |
| CSCE 3610, Machine Structures | 3 |
| PSCI 1040, American Government* | 3 |
| Technical Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences* | 3 |
| Total | 18 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 3020, Fundamentals of Communication Theory | 3 |
| CSCE 3730, Reconfigurable Logic | 3 |
| ELET 3720, Electronics I | 4 |
| PSCI 1050, American Government* | 3 |
| CSCE Specialty Area (advanced) | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 4910, Computer Engineering Design I | 3 |
| CSCE Specialty Area (advanced) | 3 |
| Mathematics or Science Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Visual and Performing Arts* | 3 |
| Wellness* | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| CSCE 4915, Computer Engineering Design II | 3 |
| CSCE Specialty Area Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Cross-Cultural, Diversity and Global Studies* | 3 |
| Humanities* | 3 |
| Technical Elective (advanced) | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
* See the University Core Curriculum section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
** See College of Engineering degree requirements section of this catalog for approved list of course options.
Actual degree plans may vary depending on availability of courses in a given semester. Some courses may require prerequisites not listed.
A minor in computer science consists of a minimum of 18 semester hours of computer science courses, including 6 advanced hours. Required courses are CSCE 1030, 1040 and 2050. Six hours of advanced courses must be taken at UNT.
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering offers degree programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy. Graduate minors in computer science may be selected at introductory and advanced levels. For information, consult the Graduate Catalog.
All Courses of Instruction are located in one section at the back of this catalog.
The “Course and Subject Guide,” found in the Courses of Instruction section of this book, serves as a table of contents and provides quick access to subject areas and prefixes.
Date of initial release: July 1, 2006 — Copyright © 2006 University of North Texas
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June 15, 2006
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