Troy Applied CShttp://www.troy.edu/catalogs/0809undergrad/11U_cas.html#computerscienceappliedmajor TUI BSCS http://www.tuiu.edu/catalog/pdf/CIS-Catalog.pdf These two are the least expensive for me (outside of brick an mortar). Neither are a true CS. Both cost about the same. Both accept my credits similarly (though troy a few less). But both are rather different. Troy is slightly closer to a BSCS (infact their special topics course is computer architecture). TUI is more of a web/database degree. It covers some of the standard BSCS stuff, but spends more time on web stuff. I want the one that is most likely to be acceptable to employers and most likely to prep me for a job. Can I get some opinions on them because I am really wracking my brain. I have applied and been accepted to both.
Do you want to be a computer programmer (CS / SE) or get a position in information technology (IT)? Is a school with a brick-and-mortar traditional campus important? The two degrees you mention both seem to lack the mathematical and theoretical rigor of a traditional computer science degree. That said, unless you want to be a computer programmer or software engineer either degree will suffice. If your interest is web development or general information technology jobs, both would cover the appropriate subjects. Troy University does offer a traditional computer science degree (listed just above the applied computer science section) which does address most of the theoretical topics. As for their utility in helping you gain employment either Troy University or TUI University would serve that purpose, all things being equal. Troy University: brick-and-mortar institution, USD220.00 per credit hour, textbooks extra TUI University: virtual university, USD295.00 per credit hour, no textbooks required as all materials are included on CD/DVD
well.. I kinda wanted to be a programmer in business. Doing things like building apps inside a business for their use.
Just got off the phone with Troy and they are gonna phase out applied CS in favor of more traditional program. Though it could take several years. Sigh...
I misunderstood the way the degree information was laid-out for Troy University on their web site for the applied computer science which will be fine for business programming roles. Sometimes my eyes and brain fail to communicate. COMPUTER SCIENCE, APPLIED MAJOR (36 HOURS) Specialized General Studies Requirements Area III MTH 2201 (3) Business Calculus Select additional Area III requirements as shown in the General Studies section of this catalog. Area V IS 2241 (3) Computer Concepts and Applications MTH 2215 (3) Applied Discrete Mathematics TROY 1101 (1) University Orientation Major Requirements CS 2244 (3) Computer Programming I CS 2260 (3) Computer Programming II CS 2265 (3) Advanced Programming I CS 3330 (3) Data Structures and Algorithms CS 4420 (3) Introduction to Database Systems CS 4443 (3) Web-Based Software Development CS 4445 (3) Data Communications and Networking CS 4447 (3) Systems Analysis and Design CS 4448 (3) Operating Systems Select three of the following: CS 2262 (3) Business Systems Programming CS 3332 (3) Software Engineering I CS 3347 (3) Advanced Programming II CS 4449 (3) Applied Networking CS 4451 (3) Computer Security CS 4495 (3) Special Topics in Computer Science
yes, troy is more a computer science degree than TUI I think. Like I said too special topics is a computer arch type course.
Troy is a great university and will definately provide you with a worthy education. I had no interaction with the computer science department but my experiences with professors and administrative functions were all positive.
I think when it comes to deciding on a college or university it is best to make contact with those at the college or university. Perhaps they could supply a list of recent graduates or those who have majored in what you're looking for, and give you some information as to what and how they made out. You need to also consider costs and what you ultimately want to accomplish from your program.
Well, I don't know about others. However, I am satisfied with Troy University's program. I am glad that I chose Troy University over Baker College, Colorado Technical University and Touro University International (TUI University). If you concern about the curriculum, then you should choose Sangamon State University with etuition.
