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College of Engineering

ABET Accreditation

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Texas A&M-Kingsville offers a program leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science. This program emphasizes the theory and design of digital computer software and their applications. Computer science is one of the fastest growing fields with excellent opportunities for applications in almost all areas of government, industry and commerce. The Computer Science program at Texas A&M-Kingsville is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org. Any CS graduate since October 1, 2012 is considered to have graduated from the accredited program.

The Computer Science Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) are:

  • Graduates will demonstrate a synthesis of theory and practice in computer science that will be expanded upon throughout their professional careers.
  • Graduates will act according to their ethical, global, social, legal, information security and other professional responsibilities.
  • Graduates entering industry positions will contribute effectively to the technology projects carried out by their respective employers.
  • Graduates who continue to advanced studies will successfully complete their chosen degree programs.

 Graduates of the Computer Science program will have the ability to:

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. 
  6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Enrollment and Graduation Data

For a breakdown of enrollment and degrees awarded, click Enrollment and Graduation Data for more information.


Please contact the Dean's Office for more information: 361-593-2000.