Computer Science
Faculty
Chair: Gireesh Gupta
Associate Professor: Gireesh Gupta
Assistant Professor: Van Erick Custodio
Program Mission
The Computer Studies program supports the mission of Belmont Abbey College by preparing students to succeed using computer systems to solve problems faced by individuals and organizations and to keep up with emerging technology and its uses. Designed to appeal to students with a wide variety of computer-related interests, our programs enable students to solve problems using their knowledge of computer technology, reasoning skills, ability to gather information, and skill at communicating proposed solutions effectively to a variety of audiences. This approach enables students to understand and evaluate the impact of their solutions and decisions and to continue their education independently. We welcome a diverse body of students and provide them with programs that foster an appreciation of their ethical, social, and public responsibility, helping them to lead lives of integrity, to succeed professionally, and to become responsible citizens.
Program Goals
The Computer Science Department offers four minors. Courses are offered in computing fundamentals, computer programming, systems analysis, computing applications, databases, cyber security, and artificial intelligence. The goals of the department are to help students gather information about information systems and reason correctly about them; solve problems with information systems and evaluate the impact of their solutions; present their reasoning and proposed solutions effectively to a variety of audiences to strengthen their communication skills; and explore the ethical issues surrounding the field of computing. In addition, the department helps students acquire the skills needed for ongoing independent study.