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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science

  Students should complete 55-60 cr. hrs. at Sunway College toward the 122 cr. hrs. required for the B.S. degree. The remainder of the study program is pursued in the United States where truly outstanding computer facilities (with a wide variety of computing platforms including parallel-processing supercomputer), instruction (Ph.D. computer scientists), and library facilities (computer indexed) are offered.

• The Computer Science Theory & Analysis Major is externally accredited by the premier accreditation body, the Computing Sciences Accreditation Board (CSAB), and is the top computer science major offered in any U.S. university. This major is for students intending post-graduate study in computer science or computer engineering, or pursuit of high-level software development computing careers. (Requires 42 cr. hrs. of computer science, 19 cr. hrs. of mathematics, 10 cr. hrs. of physics, 6 cr. hrs. of electrical engineering, 8 cr. hrs. of additional laboratory science, and 7 cr. hrs. of communications & ethics subjects).

• The General Computer Science Major is a strong major that does not require as many subjects outside computer science. (Requires 36 cr. hrs. of computer science, 19 cr. hrs. of mathematics, and 3 cr. hrs. of electrical engineering.)

   Western Michigan University, a state supported (public, not private) university is one of North America’s top-rated young universities. 50th largest in the United States, it offers undergraduate degrees in nearly 170 areas. Among its 28,000 students are 2,000 international students who come from more than 90 countries. Western Michigan University is the #1 U.S. university for Malaysian students, according to MACEE (1989-1995). Western’s link with Malaysia extends over 25 years. Western graduates now exercise high-level leadership in government and business & industry. Few other U.S. universities have so many graduates in Malaysia. Our alumni network makes it easier for a student to launch a professional career upon return to Malaysia. Western Michigan University is JPA-recognized. Western Michigan University – a World of Difference!

   True-Twinning provides students with guaranteed admission at Western Michigan University if they meet the minimum academic standard of the university (at least CGPA 2.0). Students are guaranteed a place in their major field of study. Students are counselled by the Resident Director from Western Michigan University. All subjects passed at Sunway College are accepted by the University. True-twinning saves time & money. In Malaysia & the U.S., 3 semesters per year are offered so that most students may complete their degree in 3.5 years after SPM. This is also a transfer program to other top U.S. universities (not guaranteed). This is a proven program, having sent more than 1,500 students to the U.S. We have 3 intakes per year. Students may begin in any intake.

  Studies at Sunway College include required foundation subjects for the computer science majors as well as broad, liberal education subjects required of all students pursuing an American degree. (U.S. universities all require liberal education study regardless of degree program; this is one of the key distinguishing features of U.S. higher education designed to stimulate self-reliant learning, critical thinking, and adaptability to change.) Studies to be completed at Sunway College are as follows:

1. Complete 55 - 60 credit hours with an average mark of at least "C" (CGPA 2.0).

2. Complete with at least a "C" grade as many of the following as possible:

• BIS 102 Intro. to Information Processing 3

• Math 122 Calculus I 4

• CS 111 Computer Science I 4

• Math 123 Calculus II 4

• CS 112 Computer Science II 4

• Math 145 Discrete Mathematics 3

• Com 104 Public Speaking 3 (Theory & Analysis Major only)

• Phys 205/6 Mechanics & Heat 5 (Theory & Analysis Major only)

• Phys 207/8 Electricity & Light 5 (Theory & Analysis Major only)

3. Complete a selection of the following general and liberal arts education subjects and electives:

• Phil 200 Introduction to Philosophy* 4

• Psci 105 Critical Thinking about Politics* 4

• Geog 100 World Ecological Problems* 4

• Phil 355 Philosophy of Science 3

• Hist 120 Outline of American History* 3

• Chem 101 & 120 Gen Chemistry I & II* 4

• Engl 210 Film Interpretation* 4 (OR Engl 110 Literary Interpretation)

• Soc 200 Principles of Sociology* 3 (OR Com 200, Econ 201, or Econ 202)

• Soc 334 Pacific Rim Asian Societies* 3 (OR Mecon 203)

Subjects may be taken in any order, except for prerequisite subjects and Engl 160. Students are advised regarding the best strategy. A normal student load is 13-16 credit hours of subjects each semester.

Engl 160 Standard American English† /4

BIS 102 Introduction to Information Processing /3

Math 118 Precalculus Mathematics* /4

Soc 200 Principles of Sociology*/3

 Second Semester

Engl 105 Thought & Writing*†/ 4

CS 111 Computer Science I (prerequisite: BIS 102 & Math 118 or Math 122) /4

Psci 105 Critical Thinking About Politics /3

Math 122 Calculus I* (prerequisite: Math 118 or consent of instructor)/4

 Third Semester

CS 112 Computer Science II (prerequisite: CS111 & Math 122) /4

Phil 200 Introduction to Philosophy* /4

Math 123 Calculus II (prerequisite: Math 122 with "C" or higher) /4

Hist 120 Outline of American History* /3

 Fourth Semester

Chem 101 General Chemistry* /4

Math 145 Discrete Mathematical Structures /3

Phil 355 Philosophy of Science /3

Soc 334 Pacific Rim Asian Societies* /3

Phys 205/6 Mechanics & Heat* (co-requisite: Math 123) (Theory &Analysis Only) /5

 FifthSemester

Phys207/8 Electricity & Light* (prerequisite: Phys 205/6) (Theory & Analysis Only) /5

Chem 120 General Chemistry II (Theory and Analysis Only) /4

Com 104 Public Speaking (Theory & Analysis Only) /3

* Counts toward Liberal Education Curriculum graduation requirements.

† Partially establishes TOEFL-equivalent English language proficiency.

• Information in this brochure summarizes the Western Michigan University Undergraduate Catalog: 1998-2000, which defines official          

   policies and standards governing students and academic programs.

• Sunway College reserves the right to cancel a scheduled class in case of low enrollment.

            • Brochure subject to change because of moderation to Western Michigan University standard. RWP 4/98