  {"id":37,"date":"2016-11-17T21:48:32","date_gmt":"2016-11-17T21:48:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/?page_id=37"},"modified":"2026-01-21T16:24:01","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T16:24:01","slug":"computer-science-at-eou","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Science at EOU"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:400px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"520\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-219\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero.jpg\" style=\"object-position:44% 37%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"44% 37%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero-1024x333.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero-768x250.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_hero-1536x499.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\">Computer Science<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Develop the skills needed to find yourself in a cutting edge career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Computer Science Program at EOU<\/strong> includes core, elective, and math credits, in addition to general education requirements. Earn your B.A. with a foreign language requirement, or your B.S. with just 12 more science credits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Core curriculum includes introductions to software, operating systems, database management plus algorithms and analysis. These are the skills needed in virtually every IT job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unique elective courses include new media, computing theory, 3-D graphics and animation, network administration and artificial intelligence. You can also take an independent study course for a specialized topic that you choose.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ\u2019s Computer Science department is a great choice if you are interested in programming, IT management, data analysis, system administration, software engineering, cybersecurity, or advanced study. After obtaining your degree, you will be equipped with the skills to work in the private or public sector. Our program\u2019s curriculum enables you to personalize your degree depending on your desired career trajectory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Computer Science program ate EOU is unique due to its individualized instruction and faculty who are experts in both teaching and technology. Graduates from the program go on to work for small and large businesses, well-known corporations, colleges and universities and private companies. Your skills will be sought after due to the rise in cloud computing, storage of big data and the need for greater information security. With your bachelor\u2019s in computer science, cybersecurity, or IT management from EOU, your opportunities for a career are plentiful.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/catalog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EOU Academic Catalog<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/catalog.eou.edu\/content.php?catoid=7&amp;navoid=499\">Program Learning Outcomes<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-red-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/admissions\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply to EOU<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-eastern-navy-color has-eastern-gold-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slate.eou.edu\/register\/request-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Request Info<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Curriculum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Courses include Foundations of Computer Science I &amp; II, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile App Development, 3D Graphics and Animation and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Capstone projects help culminate student learning into a functional and professional piece of work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find a Career<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>EOU&#8217;s degree in Computer Science will set the stage for a career in Computer Programming, Software Development, Systems Analysis and many more. These are all highly in demand in both public and private sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EOU graduates are currently working for companies like Google, Apple and HP, or seeking further expertise in graduate programs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column well is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Started<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity blue\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Us!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EOU Admissions Office<\/strong><br><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:personName@eou.edu\"><\/a><a href=\"mailto:admissions@eou.edu\">admissions@eou.edu<\/a><br><strong>Phone:<\/strong> <a href=\"tel:8004528639\">800-452-8639<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\t\t\n    \n             <div class=\"row\">\n    <div class=\"col-md-10\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"goodword-content\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;Coming back to school at À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ has been one of the best things I&#8217;ve ever done. I almost can&#8217;t believe I just knocked two full terms off my time in college by using <em>Credit for Prior Learning<\/em>. I&#8217;m so jazzed to be jumping into the computer science coursework where I belong, instead of starting all over again, and I&#8217;m having a lot of fun with my classes!&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t             <p style=\"text-align: right; margin-right: 2%;\">Graham Preston<br \/>Computer Science<br \/>Salem, Ore.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"col-md-2 pull-right\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2023\/08\/Graham-Preston-150x150.png\" class=\"aligncenter wp-post-image\" alt=\"Graham Preston\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2023\/08\/Graham-Preston-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2023\/08\/Graham-Preston-1014x1024.png 1014w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/the-good-word\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/215\/files\/2023\/08\/Graham-Preston.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n        \n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_4418.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_4418.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_4418-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_image.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_image.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_image-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/eou_cybersecurity_image-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_3861.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_3861.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/computer-science\/files\/2024\/05\/DSC_3861-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Students in the Computer Science program prepare for a future in software development to solve the complex problems faced by 21st Century America. 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