Graduates of this program will be able to analyze a complex computing problem and identify solutions; design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution; recognize professional responsibilities and make informed decisions; apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions, and more! 

Program Requirements

(Computer Science, AS.CSE)

ATMAE Requirements

School/Program Degree Requirements Course prefix, number, and title

Semester Hours

Program/option

   
 

Communications

6-9 Semester Hours

ENG 101: College Composition I

3

ENG 102: College Composition II

3

   
   

Total

6

 

Mathematics

3-12 Semester Hours

MTH 118: Calculus I and Analytic Geometry

4

   
   
   

Total

4

 

Physical Sciences (Life Sciences may be appropriate for selected programs of study)

3-12 Semester Hours

PHY 201/211: General Physics I and Lab

4

Choice: BIO 103/104: General Biology and Lab

4

 

CHE 115/116: General Chemistry I and Lab

 

 

 

PHY 212/213: General Physics II and Lab

 

 

Total

8

 

Management/Technical/Specialization

29-45 Semester Hours

CSE 110: Introduction to Computer Science I

4

CSE 112: Introduction to Computer Science II

4

 

CSE 210: Machine and Assembler Language

3

 

MTH 226: Discrete Mathematics

3

 

Total

 
 

General Electives

0-12 Semester Hours

   
   
   
   

Total

 

ATMAE Minimum Total

60 Semester Hours

 

Degree Total

32

Pathway - Sequence of Courses

Computer Science Degree Sequence of Courses - Print out and use as a guide.

Course 

Credit

Gen ED

FIRST YEAR

First Semester

 

14

 

ENG 101 College Composition I

3

 

MTH 118 Calculus I and Analytic Geometry (required)

4

 

Social Sciences**

3

 

CSE 110 Introduction to Computer Science I

4

 
     

Second Semester

15

 

ENG 102 College Composition II

3

 

PHY 210/211 Principles of Physics I Lec/Lab (Calc I pre-req)

4

 

CSE 112 Introduction to Computer Science II 

4

 

MTH 119 Calculus II

4

 
     

SECOND YEAR

First Semester

 

16

 

Natural Science: recommend PHY 212/213*, or BIO 103/104, or CHE 115/116*

4

 

Diversity

3

 

MTH 226 Discrete Mathematics 

3

 

Program Elective See *1

3

 
     

Arts and Humanities

3

 
     

Second Semester

15

 

CSE 210 Machine and Assembler Language Programming 

3

 

Program Elective See *1

3

 

Program Elective See *1

3

 

Social Sciences**

3

 

History

3

 
     

*1- Pick 9 credits from the following 

   CSE 114*, CSE 135, CSE 215, CSE 222, CSE 223, CSE 224, CSE 225, MTH 201*, PHY 212/213

TOTAL REQUIRED:  60

 

Program Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions

2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of a program’s discipline

3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts

4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles

5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline

6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions

 

Student Performance and Achievement Information

Student Performance and Achievement Information

Program 

Fall Enrollments

 

2018FAR 

2019FAR 

2020FAR 

2021FAR 

2022FAR 

2023FAR

Computer Science (CSE) 

296 

262 

223 

209 

258 

246

Computer Information Systems  (INF) 

59 

39 

58 

52 

53 

67

Cybersecurity (IAC) 

109 

124 

99 

98 

110 

134

Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET) 

46 

51 

45 

11 

2

Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT) 

44 

41 

39

             

Program 

Graduate Rate

 

2018 

2019 

2020 

2021 

2022 

2023

Computer Science (CSE) 

26% 

28% 

26% 

27% 

29% 

29%

Computer Information Systems  (INF) 

32% 

30% 

27% 

28% 

29% 

31%

Cybersecurity (IAC) 

19% 

18% 

10% 

11% 

12% 

16%

Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET) 

 

8% 

7% 

20% 

28% 

50%

Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT) 

2% 

7% 

5%

 
             

Program 

Fall to Fall Retention

 

2018 

2019 

2020 

2021 

2022 

2023

Computer Science (CSE) 

62% 

64% 

57% 

52% 

59% 

60%

Computer Information Systems  (INF) 

67% 

65% 

60% 

61% 

65% 

66%

Cybersecurity (IAC) 

67% 

68% 

44% 

45% 

62% 

66%

Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET)

 

15% 

11% 

12% 

4%

 

Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT) 

       

17% 

26%

*The graduation rates are based on a 3-year completion time frame.

*For all RCBC students, the average amount of credits to degree is 75.3.

*For all RCBC full-time students, the average time to degree is 2.3 years.

*For all RCBC part-time students, the average time to degree is 5 years.

 

Career Placement Information

Degree Workforce Continuing Education Military Other
Computer Information Systems 44% 33% 11% 12%
Cybersecurity 11% 66% 0% 23%
Computer Science  11% 88% 0% 1%
Electrical Engineering Technology 50% 33% 0% 12%

*Continuing education indicates students who transfer to a 4-year institution.

Employer Information by Degree

Computer Information Systems

  • TridentCare
  • Cooper University Health Care
  • Radwell International, Inc.
  • Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support

Computer Science

  • Capital Services

Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Lockheed Martin

RCBC Financial Aid Data

At RCBC as a Whole Institution:

  • $20,294,000 in Federal Programs
  • $3,469,212 in State Programs
  • $817,000 in Institutional Programs
  • Average Owed by Students after Financial Aid: $2,385.95

Students in the Computer Science, Computer Information System, and Cybersecurity Students and Electrical Engineering Majors on Average Per Year:

  • Total Loans Borrowed: $48,102.00
  • Total Amount Owed After Loans: $306,067.04
  • Total Pell Awarded: $381,604.64
  • Total CCOG Awarded: $57,204.00
  • Other Aid Awarded: $139, 983.70

Other Scholarships and Grants Available: Academic Excellence Scholarship, Foundation Scholarship, Foundation Scholarship, Military Education Benefits, National Guard Waiver, NJ Best Grant, EOF scholarship, NJ CCOG Grant, NJ CCOG Grant, NJ Stars, NJ TAG Grant, and Other/Outside Scholarship

Tuition Information: https://www.rcbc.edu/tuition

Computer Science Club

The RCBC Computer Science Club offers students an opportunity to interact with other students in their area of study. Meetings generally include topical discussions, programming challenges and language tutorial exercises. 

Advisory Board Information

RCBC Computer Science Advisory Board 

Understanding the need to meet community and industry expectations for our graduates and recognizing the value of diverse perspectives, Rowan College at Burlington County values the role Program Advisory Boards play in the creation and continual improvement of RCBC’s programs and services. Program Advisory Boards are filled with volunteer employer groups, community organizations, professional associations, students and alumni, and related educational institutions. These groups work collaboratively with the college to encourage innovative approaches to learning in both traditional and nontraditional settings and to ensure that timely and responsive review and assessment keeps RCBC’s programs of study and services relevant and current. These boards serve a critical role in linking the college’s strategic objectives and activities with the interests of external constituents and industry groups.

Computing Program Advisory Board Members
NAME AFFILIATION PROGRAM
Colomban, Dean OTC Cybersecurity
Evans, Tavon-Peterson Student Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Green, William RCBC/TNT Rental Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Kamal, Shreeya Student Computer Science
Hinnant, Wayne   Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Minkiewicz, Arlene Unison Cost Engineering Computer Science
Moutoux, Joseph Lockheed Martin Cybersecurity
Parrino, Stephanie Rowan U Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Plummer, Thomas Lockheed Martin Cybersecurity
Raphelson, Bruce Lockheed Martin Computer Science
Rossi, Terry Pics ITech Computer Science
Spadaro, Stephen Student Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Togola, Alassane Alumni Cybersecurity/Computer Information Systems
Temple, Rich Deborah Heart & Lung Center Cybersecurity
Wittock, Tony Cybersecurity Consulting Ops Cybersecurity
Graduation Requirement

Students graduating from this program must successfully complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of management and/or technical course work at Rowan College at Burlington County.

Program Contact

Chris Simber, Assistant Professor
Program Coordinator
(856) 222-9311, ext. 2090
csimber@rcbc.edu