Educational Objectives of the Program
The educational objectives of the B.S. in Cloud Computing are to provide students with the knowledge to understand principles, developments, applications, power and importance of cloud computing and to follow the cloud computing trends; skills suitable for work in cloud computing and necessary for advancement in a career in cloud computing; and proficiency in cloud computing technologies to solve real-world computing oriented problems
Learning Outcomes of the Program
Students receiving the B.S. in Cloud Computing degree will possess knowledge in cloud computing and the preparation needed to:
- Solve real-world Cloud Computing oriented problems;
- Apply cloud computing techniques, skills and services necessary for practice;
- Analyze the local and global impact of cloud computing on individuals, organizations, and society;
- Examine and follow the trends in cloud computing;
- Analyze a problem and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution;
- Function effectively in a team to accomplish a common goal;
- Exhibit professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities;
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
- Recognize the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
School - Wide Requirements
To qualify for graduation, students must have satisfied the following:
- Computer Science Major Requirements
- General Education Requirements
- Earned six (6) credits in the Complementary Studies Program required for all majors in the School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences
- Passed the Senior Departmental Comprehensive Examination
- Taken all of their junior and senior level requirements in the major at Morgan State University (unless granted prior written permission by the Dean to take courses elsewhere)
- Earned a cumulative average of 2.0 or better and a major average of 2.0 or better, with no outstanding grades below “C” in the major (which includes all courses required for the major and required supporting courses)
Requirements for the B.S. Degree in Cloud Computing
A minimum of 120 credit hours are required to graduate with a B.S. in Cloud Computing. These credit hours are distributed as follows:
General Education and University Requirements 44 credits
Supporting Courses 14 credits
Required Courses for the Cloud Computing Major 62 credits
Total Credits 120