A Bachelor's degree of Computer Science requires the successful completion of courses listed below either at ODU or transfer credits from any approved college. The computer science and math requirements have been chosen to provide exposure, balance and competence in concepts as well as in chosen applications.

High Level Comparison of  Computer Related Degrees at ODU Program Software Mathematics Hardware Engineering Comments/Phones/Web Addresses Computer Science Strong Strong Medium/ Strong Some  Not a programming degree, but all graduates will be well grounded in programming. (757)683-3915 http://www.cs.odu.edu/ Computer Engineering Medium/ Strong Strong Strong Strong CS software plus digital electrical engineering. (757) 683-4379  http://www.ece.odu.edu/   Computer Engineering Technology Medium/ Strong Medium/ Strong Strong Medium/ Strong Plus implementation, installation, and trouble shooting for computer systems. (757)683-3741  http://eng.odu.edu/et/academics/eet/eet.shtml   Computer Information Systems Medium Medium Medium - Plus business concepts & business applications of computer systems.  (757)683-3488 http://bpa.odu.edu/it/academics/istrck.shtml   Comparison on curricular plan (.pdf) Certification Programs at Old Dominion University Certification provides credentials for, and a direct path to,  job opportunities.   However the traditional bachelor's degree provides more depth, breadth and flexibility to graduates, as well as preparing them for wider career opportunities. Oracle certification background is available through the Computer Science  or the Information Systems program.  This background may be obtained as part of the degree programs or independent of the degree program in some cases.  (See web and phone information above.) Cisco certification background is available through the Computer Science program.  (See web and phone information above.) Note: ODU Computer Science Department does not award certifications, nor does it coordinate certification exams. Student completing our course sequences, however, will be prepared to take the exam.