Nov 10, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

Advanced Computing Major (B.S.) [offered through Honors Tutorial College]


Major Code BS1952*

Honors Tutorial College  
35 Park Place
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.2723
honors.college@ohio.edu
www.ohio.edu/honors/tutorial-college

David Chelberg, director of studies/contact person
chelberg@ohio.edu

Program Overview

The HTC program in advanced computing offers exceptional students the opportunity to study the many aspects of computer science in one-on-one relationships with Computer Science faculty members. Maximum opportunities will be afforded for the student to progress well beyond the material found in conventional courses. The primary purpose of the tutorial program is to serve as preparation for graduate study. Students will receive a Bachelor of Science degree from the Honors Tutorial College.

*This program was previously BS1949 which awarded the Bachelor of Science in Advanced Computing degree. Pending Board of Trustees approval (anticipated June 2024), the new program code will be BS1952 and will award the Bachelor of Science effective the 2024-25 catalog year.

Tutorials

Students are required to complete eight tutorials within the Russ College of Engineering and Technology, including two devoted to the thesis for 6 credit hours each. In addition to the tutorials, the student must complete one Written Communication course (ENG 1510), one Advanced Writing course (FAW), all core mathematics, science, computer science, and electrical engineering courses not covered by tutorials. Internships and/or study abroad may be included within the program with special permission from the director of studies (credit will only be given once). Honors Tutorial students take a minimum of 15 hours per semester.

Advising and Monitoring

Each student receives initial advice from the director of studies regarding selection and sequencing of courses, choice of a thesis advisor, and other procedural matters. The thesis advisor will monitor the thesis work. A typical tutorial will meet on a weekly basis for a minimum of one hour. The student and the tutor will discuss the current reading and written assignments, discuss problems and solutions, and offer critical analysis, and the tutor continuously evaluates the progress of the student. A final grade is made based on any facets of evaluation available to the tutor: written assignments, written exams, oral exams, discussions, presentations by the student, field work, etc.

The Honors Thesis

The honors thesis is a reflection of the student’s special interests. Its acceptance, dependent upon an appropriate mixture of research and analysis, relies upon the judgment of his or her thesis advisor. It is expected that this major paper will constitute work of the highest quality in investigating a problem of concern to both scholars and practitioners. Although an intensive study of relevant theoretical and research literatures is the underpinning of the thesis, students are encouraged to augment this scholarly base with field data whenever possible.

Evaluation

Students throughout the program earn letter grades consistent with the University grading system and are expected to maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Students who earn less than a B (3.0), or who maintain less than a 3.5 GPA will need to confer with the director of studies and/or the Dean of the College. In addition to letter grade assessments, tutors complete semester based course descriptions and evaluations of each student’s work. In these assessments both the student’s academic standing and academic attitude are evaluated.

Admissions Information

Freshmen/First-Year Admission

Applicants are selected on the basis of superior academic ability and the potential for self-motivated study and research. Applicants typically are required to submit additional essays, and an interview with the director of studies is required for admission. More information, including materials and deadlines, is available at www.ohio.edu/honors/tutorial-programs/apply. Recommendations from two high school teachers are strongly recommended. 

Change of Program Policy

First-year students at Ohio University may apply to transfer into the advanced computing tutorial program and the Honors Tutorial College. These students must meet the same entrance requirements as entering freshmen. 

External Transfer Admission

First-year students at another institution may also apply to transfer into the advanced computing tutorial program and the Honors Tutorial College. These students must meet the same entrance requirements as entering freshmen. 

Opportunities Upon Graduation

Most students graduating from the program either take positions in industry as a software engineer or other, similarly titled position, or may go on to further their studies in a graduate program in computer science.

Requirements

HTC Grade Requirements


Earn at least 120 semester hours and maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher overall.

University English Composition Requirement


Complete one Written Communication course (ENG 1510 ) and one Advanced Writing course (FAW).

Quantitative Skills Requirement


Complete the University’s Quantitative Reasoning Requirement. More information can be found by viewing the OHIO BRICKS  page (see Quantitative Reasoning heading within “Foundations Requirements”).

HTC Seminar


First-year students must complete the following course:

Transfer students


Transfer students may substitute an HC special topics seminar for their HC 2500 requirement.

Computer Science Tutorials


Complete the following tutorials for at least 18 hours with each tutorial being at least 3 hours:

Senior Honors Thesis


Complete the following tutorials for at least 6 hours each during the final year of study focused on the research and writing of an advisor approved thesis:

HTC Thesis Requirement


Approval of a completed thesis or professional project by the advisor, director of studies, and Dean of the College.

Mathematics and Basic Science


Complete a minimum of 33 hours in mathematics and basic science.

Mathematics


Complete the following courses:

Linear Algebra


Complete one of the following courses:

Laboratory Science Sequence


Complete one of the following laboratory science sequences:

Chemistry Sequence


Complete the following courses:

Physics Sequence


Complete the following courses:

Plant Biology Sequence


Complete the following courses:

Additional Laboratory Science Course


Complete one of the following courses or course groups not in the same science area completed in the laboratory sequence listed above; those who completed biology sequence must complete either CHEM or PHYS course:

Course Options


Complete one of the following courses:

Course Group Option


Or complete the following courses:

Mathematics and Science Elective


Complete at least one of the following courses not previously used to satisfy a requirement: