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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 |
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Communications 6-9 Semester Hours |
ENG 101: College Composition I |
3 |
ENG 102: College Composition II |
3 |
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Total |
6 |
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Mathematics 3-12 Semester Hours |
MTH 118: Calculus I and Analytic Geometry |
4 |
Total |
4 |
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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 |
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CHE 115/116: General Chemistry I and Lab |
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PHY 212/213: General Physics II and Lab |
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Total |
8 |
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Management/Technical/Specialization 29-45 Semester Hours |
CSE 110: Introduction to Computer Science I |
4 |
CSE 112: Introduction to Computer Science II |
4 |
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CSE 210: Machine and Assembler Language |
3 |
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MTH 226: Discrete Mathematics |
3 |
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Total |
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General Electives 0-12 Semester Hours |
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Total |
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ATMAE Minimum Total 60 Semester Hours |
Degree Total |
32 |
Computer Science (AS.CSE)
Course |
Credit |
Gen ED |
FIRST YEARFirst Semester |
14 |
|
ENG 101 College Composition I |
3 |
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MTH 118 Calculus I and Analytic Geometry (required) |
4 |
|
Social Sciences** |
3 |
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CSE 110 Introduction to Computer Science I |
4 |
|
Second Semester |
15 |
|
ENG 102 College Composition II |
3 |
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PHY 210/211 Principles of Physics I Lec/Lab (Calc I pre-req) |
4 |
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CSE 112 Introduction to Computer Science II |
4 |
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MTH 119 Calculus II |
4 |
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SECOND YEAR First Semester |
16 |
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Natural Science: recommend PHY 212/213*, or BIO 103/104, or CHE 115/116* |
4 |
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Diversity |
3 |
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MTH 226 Discrete Mathematics |
3 |
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Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
|
Arts and Humanities |
3 |
|
Second Semester |
15 |
|
CSE 210 Machine and Assembler Language Programming |
3 |
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Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
|
Program Elective See *1 |
3 |
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Social Sciences** |
3 |
|
History |
3 |
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*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 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
Program |
Fall Enrollments |
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2018FAR |
2019FAR |
2020FAR |
2021FAR |
2022FAR |
2023FAR |
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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 |
7 |
2 |
Electrical Engineering Technology (ELT) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
44 |
41 |
39 |
Program |
Graduate Rate |
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2018 |
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
2023 |
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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) |
0 |
0 |
2% |
7% |
5% |
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Program |
Fall to Fall Retention |
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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% |
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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 |
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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.
AVERAGE TERM GPA | |||||||
Program | 2017FAR | 2018FAR | 2019FAR | 2020FAR | 2021FAR | 2022FAR | 2023FAR |
Electrical Engineering Technology | 2.83 | 2.44 | 2.36 | 2.56 | 2.46 | 2.78 | 2.40 |
Cybersecurity | 2.98 | 2.89 | 2.57 | 2.81 | 2.83 | 2.74 | 2.56 |
Computer Science | 2.86 | 2.73 | 2.70 | 2.78 | 2.73 | 2.66 | 2.63 |
Computer Information Systems | 2.52 | 2.39 | 2.84 | 2.85 | 2.84 | 2.54 | 2.41 |
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
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.
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 | ||
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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 |
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.
Chris Simber, Assistant Professor
Program Coordinator
(856) 222-9311, ext. 2090
csimber@rcbc.edu
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This program is a featured Rowan Connection with guaranteed transfer after you graduate.