COURSE CURRICULUM

The Computer Science curriculum at Concordia University Chicago offers a comprehensive and evolving set of courses designed to prepare students for success in a variety of technology-related fields. The program begins with foundational topics such as discrete mathematics (CSC-2100) and object-oriented programming (CSC-2410 and CSC-2510), which introduce essential programming principles and data handling techniques. As students progress, they engage with advanced courses in database systems (CSC-2620), computer organization (CSC-2710), and data structures (CSC-3420 series), ensuring a deep understanding of how software and hardware interact.Hands-on programming is integrated throughout, with lab-focused courses like CSC-2411 and CSC-3421 that reinforce theory through practical application. Specialized topics such as software engineering (CSC-3460, CSC-4460), computer networking (CSC-3440), mobile and web development (CSC-3430, CSC-3450, CSC-4430), and operating systems (CSC-4450, CSC-4455) allow students to explore career-focused tracks. The curriculum also supports elective exploration and flexibility through independent study (CSC-4950), internships (CSC-4991), and ACCA consortium seminars (CSC-4730), which expose students to real-world and advanced academic experiences.Capstone projects (CSC-4920) and special topics (CSC-4910) help synthesize learning and prepare students for careers in software development, systems analysis, cybersecurity, data science, and more. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect current industry standards, programming languages, and emerging technologies, ensuring students graduate with competitive skills for the modern workforce.