Master of Science in Computer Science- Systems

The systems concentration pertains to the advances in ubiquitous and emerging technologies that span over the complex cores of computing systems such as network communication, distributed computing, operating systems, and computer architecture. Recent advances in computing systems include cloud computing, social computing, Internet of Things, and cyber-physical-systems. The concentration provides the students with the fundamentals of computing systems that can be pursued in hardware, software or a combination of both.Students completing this program will be able to:Demonstrate the ability to create basic computational artifacts.Demonstrate knowledge of computing systems and their integration.Explain how computing permeates today's society, including security, privacy, and ethical considerations.Apply appropriate pedagogical content knowledge in the teaching of computing topics.Describe relevant and recent research findings in computer science education including how they might be applied in the classroom.

Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution; Transcripts from all higher education institutions that you have attended; 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale (applicants with a 2.7 GPA can be considered for provisional admission)