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WSU Vancouver

Minor in Computer Science

WSU Vancouver Academic Catalog

Enhance Your Degree with Technical Expertise

The Minor in Computer Science at WSU Vancouver provides students with a foundational understanding of computing principles and software development. By integrating this minor into your academic plan, you gain the technical proficiency necessary to solve complex problems and adapt to the evolving digital landscape. This program is designed to complement a variety of majors, allowing you to apply computational thinking and data analysis to your primary field of study.

Whether you are pursuing a degree in the sciences, arts, or business, a background in computer science increases your versatility in the professional job market. WSU Vancouver students work closely with an academic coordinator to ensure their course of study aligns with their career goals. Through a combination of core programming requirements and upper-division electives, you will develop the skills needed to design and implement effective technological solutions.

Academic Advising

For assistance with course planning and program entry, contact your assigned coordinator based on your last name:

Contact Us

Undergraduate Programs
Email: encs.connections@wsu.edu
Phone: 360-546-9639
Graduate Programs
Email: encs.grads@wsu.edu
Phone: 360-546-9639

Credit Requirements

The minor in computer science consists of 19 to 20 credits. Students must earn 9 of these credits in 300-400-level courses through WSU or approved education abroad and exchange programs. All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better, and all prerequisites must be met.

Your specific course of study must be pre-approved by the computer science academic coordinator.

Required Coursework

To complete the minor, students must select courses from the following categories:

Foundational Programming

  • CS 121 or CS 251
  • CS 122 or DATA 219
  • CS 220, CS 223, CS 224, or CS 261

Electives

Students must complete 9 credits of electives. At least 6 of these credits must be 300-400 level courses with a CS prefix. Up to 3 credits may be selected from the following list:

  • DATA 319
  • ECE 324, ECE 366, or ECE 424
  • MATH 315, MATH 320, MATH 325, MATH 364, MATH 420, MATH 448, MATH 453, or MATH 466

Academic Planning

If you are interested in adding this minor to your current Bachelor’s degree or Major, please consult with your advisor to ensure all credits are applied correctly toward graduation.

WSU Vancouver Academic Catalog