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B.S. Applied Computer Science
& Information Systems


This degree will provide you with strong skills to solve real-world problems. Employers are seeking students with expertise in computing and information systems. Three of the six fastest growing careers are in Computing as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for 2006-2016. Our program will allow you to acquire hands-on problem solving skills under the guidance of a faculty with considerable industrial and research experience. Several different tracks are available to suit a variety of different interests and career goals.

Mobile & Game Application Development Track


This track emphasizes software development and prepares you for a wide range of careers in some of today's newest and most in-demand technology areas. Students learn coding skills at increasing levels of complexity throughout the program. Many courses are project-based, emphasizing the importance of translating concepts to operational prototypes. Topics covered include areas such as Computer Graphics, Mobile Device Programming, Software Engineering, Game Programming, Machine Learning and Robotics. The skills you acquire in this program will prepare you for a career in computer programming, software engineering, game development, and mobile device programming.

Database &
Network Administration Track


This track emphasizes Systems Administration with a focus on Database and Network Administration. It prepares you with highly sought after skills for a career in the Information Technology field. You will gain considerable hands-on experience with Database Application Development, Database Administration, Network Administration, Operating System Administration, and Network Security.

 

“The program at
Lock Haven prepared me to
tackle the many challenges software engineers and system administrators face on the job. The broad past experiences and expertise of the professors, and their ability to instill a positive work ethic in students are
top of the line. The skills, knowledge, and friendships
I gained from being a part of the program have allowed me to adapt to
being a successful software/infrastructure engineer.”

- Chuck Gilbert, alumnus

Interdisciplinary Computing Track


This track provides the flexibility for you to apply a solid foundation of Applied Computing to a wide variety of fields including, but not limited to Art, Biology, Business, Nanotechnology, Music, Physics, and Psychology. With our faculty's guidance, this track provides the flexibility for you to create a personally-tailored degree program to meet your unique talents and career goals.

Facilities and Resources


Our department has exclusive access to a state-of-the-art instructional lab. This lab is equipped with 31 Windows-based computers, an instructor station, a projector, and a SmartBoard. This classroom allows faculty to teach new technology using hands-on techniques. When not in use, this classroom serves as an open lab for our students. We have a Linux lab available for your use and we track the latest trends in open source software development. This lab is run entirely by computer science majors, giving our students hands-on experience administering Linux-based PCs. The Linux Lab is also equipped with a state-of-the-art Colfax graphics supercomputer with two Tesla Graphics Units, each containing 240 processor cores. The machine is approximately 125 times as powerful as a standard workstation. Available only to students within our department, this graphic lab serves as a great place to do homework or to collaborate on student projects. Faculty also use this lab for instruction. The Department is a member of the Microsoft Developer's Network Academic Alliance, allowing us to provide you many MS software products for coursework at little or no cost. We are also a member of the Sun Academic Alliance which provides free training and guidance to you if you're interested in certification in the areas of Java programming and UNIX system administration.

Internships


Our programs provide many opportunities for hands-on experience. Our students have performed internships at a wide variety of businesses including Deloitte & Touche, GlaxoSmithKline, IBM, Restek Corp., Lock Haven Hospital, the Jersey Shore School District, the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, and Masland Industries.

Faculty


All computing faculty have extensive academic and industrial experience and are dedicated to teaching. Their open door policy assures that they are always available to answer any of your questions.

Dr. Peter A. Huegler
Ph.D. Industrial & Systems Engineering, Lehigh University
M.A. Mathematics, Kutztown University
B.S. Mathematics/Physics, Albright College

Dr. Mark A. Jones
Ph.D. Computer & Information Sciences, University of Delaware
M.S. Computer & Information Sciences, University of Delaware
B.S. Computer Science, Millersville University

Dr. Krish Pillai
Ph.D. Computer Engineering, Southern Methodist University
M.S. Computer Engineering, Southern Methodist University
B.Tech. Electronics Engineering, University of Kerala, India

Dr. Susan H. Strayer
Ph.D. Computer Science, Penn State University
M.S. Computer Science, Penn State University
M.A. Mathematics, Penn State University
B.A. Mathematics, Washington College