Computer Science Minor

Rationale. Computers are the future. By learning to use a computer, students are securing their tomorrows. Good computer skills will build self-confidence and increase students’ marketability and competence in their chosen fields. Computers also allow users to work quickly and efficiently with data and information in a way that no other devices do.

Credits required. 18

Minor coordinator. Professor Shaobai Kan, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (646.557.4866, skan@jjay.cuny.edu)

Advisors. Professors Peter Shenkin (212.237.8925, pshenkin@jjay.cuny.edu), Spiros Bakiras (212484.1181, sbakiras@jjay.cuny.edu), Hunter Johnson (212.237.8846, hujohnson@jjay.cuny.edu), Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Requirements. The minor requires the completion of 18 credits (six courses) in computer courses offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. Two courses are required for all minors. Four additional courses must be selected in electives. In selecting the four elective courses, students should consult with a minor advisor.  Advisors can suggest courses that will help students be prepared for career opportunities or graduate study. 

A maximum of two courses can overlap with a student’s major, other minors or programs.

Additional information. Students who started the minor in September 2015 or after must follow the curriculum listed here. For students who enrolled prior to that, please see the Undergraduate Bulletin 2014-2015 for the older curricular requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 18