At the conclusion of any of the programs of study leading to the degree of Master of Science in Computer and Information Science, the graduate is able to:
- Elicit, document, and analyze the requirements for software systems.
- Design mainstream or advanced software systems from requirements.
- Build mainstream or advanced software systems from designs.
- Utilize tools, languages, and environments for effective analysis, design, and development.
- Obtain a comprehension of the evolving computer-based technology and its ramifications.
- Identify, plan, and manage the schedule and risks for the activities involved in software-based systems development.
- Provide a research contribution or development of value to the profession, industry or society.