Computer Science (B.S.)

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Computer Science is the study of algorithms – formal procedures for problem solving that can be implemented mechanically (in hardware) and linguistically (in software)

The mission of the Computer Science program is to prepare and inspire students for successful employment or graduate study in computing and for thoughtful engagement in the development and application of algorithmic approaches to problem solving.

The Computer Science Bachelor of Science program at Davis & Elkins incorporates a minor in Mathematics. It is appropriate for all computing careers, and strongly recommended for students planning graduate study in Computer Science, or applied computing careers in the natural sciences.

Careers in Computing

Computer Science study is relevant to a variety of occupations, such as software developers, network administrators, database specialists, cybersecurity analysts, and information technology support specialists.

Computing occupations like these consistently appear in top rankings for job opportunities, earnings, and job satisfaction.

Internships

Many students majoring in computer science have gained practical experience in applied computing and information technology as interns. Internships have included software development and rollout, integration, troubleshooting and maintenance of networks, databases, operating systems and other information technology.

Through these internships, Davis & Elkins students have worked with a variety of organizations:

Equitrans Midstream
Mi-Tec Computer Solutions
Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation
West Virginia Wood Technology Center
West Virginia Rivers Coalition
Randolph County Housing Authority
The Phillips Group
Randolph County Community Arts Center
Randolph County Youth Build
The Home Ownership Center
Elkins Trucking Co.
Johnson Realty
J.C. Lumber Company
Master’s Service
Randolph County Board of Education
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Mountain State Information Systems

For further information contact Associate Professor of Computer Science Steve Mattingly, 304-637-1357, or Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science Dr. Renaud Stauber, 304-637-1204.

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Clubs

Association for Computing Machinery
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) was established in 1947, making it the world’s oldest society dedicated to educational and scientific computing. With members in more than 100 countries, the ACM is also the largest professional society in the computing field.

The Davis & Elkins College student chapter of the ACM was chartered in 1982. Through college chapters, ACM student members enjoy numerous benefits, including:

access to free online courses and books
electronic access to Communications of the ACM, one of the premier journals in computing
print and electronic versions of the ACM student magazines and newsletters
email forwarding addresses @acm.org, with spam filtering
opportunities to participate in programming and research competitions at local, regional and national levels
a variety of career, scholarship and academic information sources.

Chi Beta Phi
Chi Beta Phi is a national honorary fraternity for students in the sciences and mathematics. Its goals are to promote academic achievement in these fields and to encourage students to pursue related careers.

Students in computer science and computer information systems are eligible for membership in the Davis & Elkins Zeta Chapter of Chi Beta Phi. For regular membership, students must have completed a minimum of 20 semester hours in math and science (biology, environmental science, chemistry, physics, computer science) with a minimum 3.0 overall grade point average and a 3.0 grade point average in math and science courses. For associate membership, the requirements are 20 semester hours in math and science with a minimum 2.5 grade point average overall and a 2.5 grade point average in math and science.