Computer Science and Society (CSAS)

CSAS1000  INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE + SOCIETY  

This course offers an introduction to the intersections between Computer Science and society through a survey of digital projects and techniques. Students will gain familiarity with the application of the tools of Computer Science and the frameworks of the Humanities and Social Sciences to relevant problems or scenarios. Emphasis is placed on identifying, procuring, and interpreting various types of sources and data. Topics will vary and may include textual analysis, spatial analysis, data visualization, web technologies, mobile technologies, 3D printing, and other forms of inquiry and applications relevant to themes drawn from the Humanities and Social Sciences. (4 credits) fall

CSAS2000  COMPUTER SCIENCE + SOCIETY STUDIO  

In the CSxS Studio, Computer Science plus the study of society yields a product greater than the sum of its parts. This course offers intermediate-level work on the intersections between Computer Science and society. Emphasis is placed on analyzing and interpreting the various types of sources used in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Topics will vary and may include textual analysis, spatial analysis, data visualization, web technologies, mobile technologies, 3D printing, and other forms of inquiry and applications relevant for projects in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Aspects of agile project management will be incorporated. Prerequisite: CSAS1000 (4 credits) spring

CSAS5000  COMPUTER SCIENCE + SOCIETY SENIOR PROJECT  

Principles of agile project management will be employed in navigation of semester-long, interdisciplinary research projects. This course provides the opportunity for students to research, design and implement solutions to problems or scenarios using the principles of Computer Science and the critical frameworks of the Humanities and Social Sciences. Topics will be chosen in consultation with the instructional team. Projects will be carried out in teams. Students will be responsible for individual as well as group contributions. Prerequisites: Two (2) semesters of CSAS2000 (4 credits)summer