The Master of Science in Computer Science is the most technical of CTI's master’s programs. The courses in the Prerequisite Phase and Core Knowledge Phase focus on the foundations and fundamentals of programming languages, and the theoretical underpinnings of computer science. As part of the Advanced Phase, students get a breadth of training in traditional areas of computer science by taking one course each in Foundations, Computer Systems, and Database Systems. The remainder of the Advanced Phase gives students a great deal of flexibility. A student may choose to focus in a specific area by taking many courses in one area of computer science or from one of the other degree programs in CTI. Or, they may achieve a breadth of knowledge across many areas by selecting courses from a variety of areas. This degree is appropriate for students who wish to pursue a technical career in any of a number of areas of computer science, or for students who may wish to pursue a Ph.D. degree in the future.
The program follows a three-phase sequence, with each phase preparing the student for the subsequent phase. The master's degree program consists of:
· Prerequisite Phase
· Core Knowledge Phase
· Advanced Phase
Upon acceptance into the masters degree program, the student will meet with their faculty advisor to discuss required courses for the Prerequisite Phase. The Prerequisite Phase is intended to ensure that all students enter graduate courses with an equivalent background. While completing this phase, a student is considered a conditionally admitted masters student. In the Core Knowledge phase, a student will follow a sequence of courses to acquire an understanding of the technological and theoretical foundations for the particular degree. In the Advanced Phase of the program, the fundamental information learned previously allows a student to study advanced topics within their chosen degree. This phase adds depth to the work completed in the Core Knowledge Phase. Individual interests and needs are also addressed through a series of elective courses chosen in consultation with the student's faculty advisor.
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