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CSC 690: Graduate Capstone In Computer Science

3 credits

Students will complete an individual research paper or a project in computer science. Students will have the opportunity to integrate the knowledge that they have gained from across the curriculum. Students will learn how computer science evolves as a discipline, how to read and find relevant research papers, identify problems, research, and learn to write up results.

Learning Goals

Students will:• Independently investigate an advanced topic in applied computer science. This objective will be measured by the final project. • Synthesize research by writing a master’s paper, or a completing a project. This objective will be measured by the final project. • Formally present their work in both oral presentations and written reports. This objective will be measured by the progress reports, by produced deliverables, and by a public presentation at the end of the term. • Constructively critique and discuss the work of others. This objective will be measured by the weekly feedback that students and instructor will provide to the work completed by their peers. Course Description: Students will complete an individual research paper or a project in computer science. Students will have the opportunity to integrate the knowledge that they have gained from across the curriculum. Students will learn how computer science evolves as a discipline, how to read and find relevant research papers, identify problems, research, and learn to write up results.

Sections Offered: Fall 2026

Sections Offered: Summer 2026, Summer alternative

Sections Offered: Spring 2026