What new, life-changing technology will you be a part of? As a computer science major at WLC, the possibilities are nearly endless. You’ll get hands-on experience in several programming languages while you explore software engineering, robotics, and gaming. You’ll graduate ready to work or continue your graduate education in this rapidly developing field.
As you gain a strong theoretical background, you’ll learn how to apply theory to practice through work that requires testing, retesting, and iterating towards a solution. You’ll also learn problem-solving skills, and ways of thinking that will serve you well in your career in computer science.
Develop broad knowledge in many facets of computer science
Our computer science majors develop critical-thinking skills, as well as broad knowledge in these multidisciplinary facets of computer science. You’ll be proficient in a wide range of languages, including C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, SQL, and other languages as appropriate.
You will have 24/7 access to a Makerspace and a networked computer lab with Windows and Linux operating systems. In Windows, you’ll use the professional version of Microsoft’s Visual Studio. In Linux, you’ll work in the GNU environment.
Prepare yourself for a rewarding career
Our computer science program provides a thorough, practical, and theoretical knowledge of core curriculum, giving you a strong foundation for advanced graduate school study in any of the specialization areas within computer science — or to immediately enter a rewarding and meaningful career after graduation.
The career pathways and specializations that will open to you include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Automatic speech recognition
- Computer design and engineering
- Computer graphics
- Computer-human interaction
- Computer languages
- Data mining
- Database systems
- Gaming
- Mobile devices
- Networking and the internet
- Operating systems
- Robotics
- Software engineering
- Speech synthesis
- Web page design
Benefit from small class sizes and immersive experiences
You’ll be set up to succeed. Class sizes are small, TAs are non-existent, and you won't find sprawling lecture halls here. WLC is a place where you develop personal relationships with not only your classmates but also your professors. They want you to succeed academically as well as grow spiritually in a safe, nurturing environment.
You’ll graduate from our computer science major with knowledge that extends far beyond textbooks, developing the skillsets most desired in today’s job market.
