B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering

Every student moves through three layers, each building on the one before: Knowledge, Skills and Development.

1. Layer 1

   Knowledge

   A strong foundation in mathematics, science and the core of computing and engineering: programming, algorithms, data structures, computer architecture, operating systems, databases and networks.

2. Layer 2

   Skills

   Hands-on laboratory work, collaborative projects and project-based learning, so students can design, build, test and maintain real computing systems.

3. Layer 3

   Development

   Growth as professionals and citizens through internships, research, entrepreneurship and innovation, with emphasis on ethics, communication, teamwork and lifelong learning.

The three layer names are the department’s; the descriptions under them are draft wording for review.

Within a few years of graduating, our graduates will:

1. PEO 1Work as capable computing professionals and engineers, or continue to graduate study, in Liberia, the region and beyond.
2. PEO 2Design, build and maintain secure computing systems that combine software and hardware to solve real problems.
3. PEO 3Practise their profession ethically and responsibly, aware of how technology affects society.
4. PEO 4Keep learning as technology changes, and grow into leadership, research and entrepreneurial roles.
5. PEO 5Apply computing to national and regional development, in the spirit of “Brains and Hands for Service”.

By graduation, students of this program will be able to:

1. PSO 1Design and implement correct, efficient software using appropriate algorithms, data structures and programming languages.
2. PSO 2Design digital, embedded and computer hardware systems that integrate hardware and software.
3. PSO 3Develop and manage databases, web applications and operating-system-level software.
4. PSO 4Analyse, build and secure computer networks and information systems, and apply artificial intelligence to real problems.

Graduates of the program will have the ability to:

1. SO 1Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying engineering, science and mathematics.
2. SO 2Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs, with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, and of global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors.
3. SO 3Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. SO 4Recognise ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements that consider their impact in global, economic, environmental and social contexts.
5. SO 5Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative environment, plan tasks and meet objectives.
6. SO 6Develop and conduct appropriate experiments, analyse and interpret data, and use engineering judgement to draw conclusions.
7. SO 7Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Modelled on the ABET criteria for engineering programs.