2026-2027 Academic DRAFT Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Combined Computer Science, BACS & Computer Engineering, MSCE (CEG-MS-PREG)
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Program Description
The combined B.A.in Computer Science/M.S in Computer Engineering program allows students to earn a B.A. in Computer Science and an M.S. in Computer Engineering in 5 years. Up to 9 semester credit hours of graduate electives at the CS/CEG 6000/7000 may be double-counted and applied to both the B.A and M.S degree requirements.
Admission Requirements
- Full-time student
- Computer science major
- Have accumulated between 60 and 90 credit hours toward degree
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2
- Overall GPA in computer science and engineering courses of at least 3.2
- Complete the admission application
Once admitted to the program, the student must complete a program of study for the M.S. in Computer Engineering.
B.A. Program Learning Objectives
Students enrolled in this program will learn to:
- Expert: Graduates of the Computer Science program are employable as computing professionals and will be recognized by their employers as well-prepared for their career in computing.
- Adaptive: Graduates understand that education is a lifelong process and are well prepared for continuing studies.
- Engaged: Graduates demonstrate an appreciation for the professional, social, ethical, and leadership roles of computing professionals.
- Applied: Graduates can apply computing and software development principles to a diverse range of domains, such as analytics, data science, informatics, management, etc.
B.A. Program Learning Outcomes
As a result of their learning experience, graduates of this program can:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
M.S. Program Learning Objectives
Students enrolled in this program will learn to:
- Have the ability to apply abstract reasoning to complex problems in computer engineering
- Have the ability to solve a broad range of problems through the application of current computer engineering technique
M.S. Program Learning Outcomes
As a result of their learning experience, graduates of this program can:
- Apply abstract reasoning to complex problems in computer engineering
- Solve a broad range of problems through the application of current computer engineering techniques
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Program Requirements
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I. Wright State Core: 36 Credit Hours
As a part of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Wright State University, all students must complete the Wright State Core, a general education curriculum. Most programs require 36 hours in the Core, some programs may require additional hours. Specific Core classes in some of the Elements may be required by some majors. When this occurs, the specific Core courses required will be listed below. In Elements where a specific course is not required, students can choose any course from the Wright State Core Program Requirements. First-Year Seminar: 1 Credit Hour
All students must successfully complete a First-Year Seminar during their first year. Transfer students who transfer 24 or more credit hours (post high school graduation) are exempt from this requirement and will need to satisfy one additional credit hour in the Additional Core Courses category. Element A - English Composition: 6 Credit Hours
Element B - Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic: 4 Credit Hours
Based on Math Placement Level, students may need additional prerequisite or corequisite coursework in mathematics prior to enrollment in the required course below. Students will select one of the following: Element C - Arts and Humanities: 6 Credit Hours
Students will select two Arts and Humanities courses, with different course prefixes from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements. One course must fulfill the History requirement. Element D - Social and Behavioral Sciences: 6 Credit Hours
Students will select two Social and Behavioral Sciences courses, with different course prefixes from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements. Required: Element E - Natural Sciences: 7 Credit Hours
Students will select two Natural Science courses, from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements. At least one course must contain a laboratory. Additional Core Courses: 6 Credit Hours
Students will select up to 6 additional credit hours from Elements A-E from the approved Wright State Core Program Requirements to reach the 36 minimum hours required in the Core. Unless specified by the student’s major, these are selected by the student. When a major has required courses in this area, the specific Core course(s) required will be listed below. Required: Additional Core Requirements
Within the 36 credit hours of the Wright State Core students must successfully complete the following: Students who do not make choices within the 36 required hours of the Core to fulfill the GI, IE, and IW requirements will take additional Core hours beyond the minimum of 36. II. Computer Science and Engineering Courses: 58 Credit Hours
A. Required Computer Science Courses: 17 Credit Hours
B. Required Computer Engineering Courses: 17 Credit Hours
C. CS/CEG Electives (2000 level or higher): 15 Credit Hours
At least 9 hours at the 2000 level or higher *CEG 3320 required prerequisite for M.S. Computer Engineering
At least 6 hours must be at the 4000 level *CEG 4350 required prerequisite for M.S. Computer Engineering
D. B.A. - M.S. Dual Credit Electives: 9 Credit Hours
9 credit hours must be at the CS/CEG 6000/7000 level III. Quantitative Reasoning: 4 Credit Hours
IV. General Electives: 22 Credit Hours
Students must earn a minimum of 120 credit hours for a baccalaureate degree. If the total number of credit hours in the WSU Core (general education program) and the major requirements do not total at least 120 credits, students will choose additional courses (general electives) to meet the minimum required 120 credit hours. Students may choose from any undergraduate course in the Academic Catalog for which they meet the course prerequisites and for which they do not already have earned credit. Students are encouraged to consider adding a minor, certificate, or microcredential. V. Non-Thesis Option: 21 Credit Hours
The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Engineering core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives. A. Program Requirements:
Minimum 30 CS/CEG graduate credit hours. This includes credit hours taken as Dual Credit Electives. At least 16 credit hours must be in CEG courses. 6 credit hours of CS/CEG core classes 12 additional credit hours of CS/CEG courses at the 7000/8000 level Maximum of 12 credit hours of CS/CEG 6000 level courses, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study Completion of all requirements in 6 years B. CS/CEG core courses:
The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Engineering core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.
C. CS/CEG 7000/8000 level courses
Total of 12 credit hours at the CS/CEG 7000/8000 level required including those taken as Dual Credit Electives D. CS/CEG 6000 level courses
Maximum of 12 credit hours at the 6000 level, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study CS/CEG 6000 level courses may include Dual Credit Electives V. Thesis Option: 21 Credit Hours
The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Engineering core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.
A. Program Requirements:
Minimum 30 CS/CEG graduate credit hours. This includes credit hours taken as Dual Credit Electives. At least 16 credit hours must be in CEG courses. 6 credit hours of CS/CEG core classes 6 additional credit hours of CS/CEG courses at the 7000/8000 level Maximum of 9 credit hours of CS/CEG 6000 level courses, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study Maximum of 9 credit hours of thesis Submission of an approved CEG Master’s thesis Completion of all requirements in 6 years B. CS/CEG core courses:
The 9 credit hours of the B.A. - M.S. Dual Electives may be M.S Computer Engineering core classes or Computer Science/Computer Engineering Electives.
C. CS/CEG 7000/8000 level courses
Total of 6 credit hours at the CS/CEG 7000/8000 level required including those taken as Dual Credit Electives D. CS/CEG 6000 level courses
Maximum of 9 credit hours at the 6000 level, including a maximum of 3 credit hours of independent study CS/CEG 6000 level courses may include Dual Credit Electives E. Thesis: 9 Credit Hours maximum
Submission of an approved CEG Master’s thesis
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