Advanced Computer Science

The Advanced CS section corresponds roughly to the final year of a computer science curriculum. After completing all required courses in Core CS, you should choose a subset of courses from Advanced CS based on your interests and career goals.

Specialization Areas

Advanced CS is divided into several specialization areas:

  1. Advanced Programming - Explore advanced programming concepts and paradigms
  2. Advanced Systems - Delve deeper into computer architecture and systems design
  3. Advanced Theory - Study advanced theoretical computer science
  4. Advanced Information Security - Specialize in cybersecurity and information assurance
  5. Advanced Math - Develop deeper mathematical foundations for specialized work

How to Choose

You don’t need to take every course from Advanced CS. Instead:

  • Choose specializations that align with your interests and career goals
  • Take every course that is relevant to your chosen specialization
  • Consider interdisciplinary connections between specializations
  • Use these courses to build depth in areas you’re passionate about

Prerequisites

Before beginning Advanced CS, you should have:

  • Completed every required course in Core CS
  • Strong programming skills in at least one language
  • Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms
  • Familiarity with computer systems concepts
  • Mathematical foundations from Core Math

Learning Outcomes

The Advanced CS courses will help you:

  1. Develop specialized knowledge in your chosen areas
  2. Build a competitive advantage for industry or academic positions
  3. Explore cutting-edge concepts and technologies
  4. Prepare for graduate-level study if desired
  5. Connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications
  6. Develop the expertise needed for specialized roles

Click on any of the specialization areas above to explore the available courses and begin tailoring your educational journey to your goals.