Computer Science at Sonoma State
The Computer Science Department at Sonoma State University provides a cutting-edge curriculum with an emphasis on hands-on experience. Our small classes, teaching-focused faculty, strong student clubs and community come together to make learning a fun, interesting, and valuable experience.
What is Computer Science?
Computer Science is the scientific study of computing devices, the software that drives them, and the computational tasks they are capable of performing. Its applications span the range of human endeavors: the physical, life, and social sciences; the literary, visual, and performing arts; law; government; recreation; and virtually every sector of the commercial world. Study Computer Science and contribute to the future of technology applied across the disciplines! Visit the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Computing Careers website for information and resources on the computing field.
Careers for CS Majors
Computer scientists are in great demand. CS graduates pursue careers in computing including Software Engineer, Network Analyst, Systems Engineer, Database Administrator and Web Developer positions. Others go on to careers in business, law, politics, and related fields in science or engineering. Many CS graduates pursue advanced degrees in Computer Science and other fields.
Announcements
Search for Assistant Professor in Computer Science!
Applications are being accepted through October 12 for a tenure-track position. See the Faculty Employment Opportunity announcement on the SSU Faculty Affairs website.
Computer Networking and the Internet course this Fall!
CS 365, Computer Networking and the Internet, has been added to the Fall 2007 schedule.
Upcoming Events!
Sept 6 Colloquium Speaker
Richard Stallman of the Free Software Foundation is speaking Thursday, September 6 at noon in Darwin 102.
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