INTRODUCTION ABOUT COMPUTER SCIENCE

AND ENGINEERING
PREPARED BY

P.PONVASAN,HOD /CSE
SRRCET
 Computers and software
are changing everything…
…but the majority of schools don’t
teach computer science

Source: Gallup
Even when students enjoy computer
science and the arts the most

Source:
Change the Equation
Motivation
• Computer Science is important intellectually

• Computer is comparable to writing /printing press

• Logical reasoning: if-then structures
• Mathematics: queues, cache, buffers
• Algorithmic thinking: loops, subroutines, recursion
• Possible workings of the human mind

• Programming is to CS, as playing a piano is to music

Some may think:
Our students should
learn to code…
 Our students should
learn to code…
Our schools should teach
computer science
 Some may think:
Computer science is just
about learning technology
 Computer science is just
about learning technology
Computer science is
about logic, problem
solving, and creativity
First computer: 1943
 Ada Lovelace

First computer: 1943

First computer program: 1843
Some may think:
Computer science is
vocational
 Computer science is
vocational
Computer science is
foundational
Technology affects every field
Every 21st century student should
have a chance to learn about
algorithms, how to make apps,
and how the internet works.
Computer Science Is Interdisciplinary

Math Brain/Cognitive Economics

The tech every industry is
desperately trying to hire
computer programmers in
California everywhere
 83% of parents and 64% of
principals in rural and small towns

believe offering computer science is more or

equally as important as any required course.
The value of a computer science
education

Source: Brookings
Computing jobs are the #1 source
of new wages in the United States

500,000 current
openings:
These jobs are in
every industry and
every state, and
they’re projected to
grow at twice the rate
of all other jobs.
 Some may think:
This problem is
about “STEM”
(Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Math)…
The STEM problem is in computer
science

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center for Education Statistics

  Software Development  Internet Engineering
 Software Engineering  Web Development
 Database  Systems
Administration Administration
 Database  Network
Programming Administration
 Information
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What is Computer Science?

• Study of information and computation

• Analysis, design and development of computer systems
• FUN – COOL - EXCITING
• Cutting edge projects
• Exciting and talented people
• All over the world, in every sector
• Significant impact on society and our planet

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What is a Computer Scientist?

• Designs computers and the computer software

• Develops information technologies for
application in business and industry
• Tackles complex problems
• Often working in groups
• Loves to innovate, create solutions
• Loves to learn – changing , exciting field
• Good concentration and attention to detail
• Methodical, logical, good communication skills
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Why Study Computer Science?

• Computer Science:
• talent is in greater demand than we can supply
• leads to many careers
• is important intellectually
• supports and links to most other areas of study
• teaches problem solving
• builds teamwork and leadership skills
• develops life-long learning skills
Motivation

• Computer Science supports and links to most other areas of study

• Progress in science <--> progress in technology
• Need for diverse abilities and perspectives
• CS and neuroscientists – the brain
• Biologists and CS – the Genome
• Meteorologists and CS – weather prediction
• Future scientists require basic knowledge of CS
Motivation

• Computer Science teaches problem solving

• Artists, designers, mathematicians, engineers, scientists work on solving
problems
• AND computer scientists and software engineers
• CS studies the problem solving process itself:
• Analysis and design are carefully reviewed
• Decomposition, abstraction, modular design
• Always new methods being investigated
• Cooperation and strong interpersonal skills are key
Motivation

• Computer Science builds teamwork and leadership skills

• CS Team members must deal with egos, recognize weaknesses, share knowledge
• Students learn that your best friend can also be your strongest critic
• Learn to deal with mix of talents, finesse situations, influence change
• Plan, organize, control, lead complex projects
• Estimate and deal with risk
Motivation

• Computer Science develops life-long

learning skills … “Change is the only constant”
• Promotes learning to learn
• Encourages on-going study and contribution
• Encourages oral and written communication skills
• Promotes sharing of ideas – “the Web”
High Demand for Skilled Labour

Unemployment: ICT < 3.5%; National average > 6.5%.

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Outlook – Even Higher Demand

• From 2008 – 2015:

• 7,200 university graduates per year needed (min.)
• 5,100 domestic capacity (BSc, BEng)
• 2,100 through immigration Workforce
… good news for students! Requirements
Other
23%
Univ.
47%
College
30%

Source: ICTC 2008-15 Outlook

October 2008
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Motivation

• Computer Science leads to many careers

• Vast majority of 21st century careers will require basic
understanding of computer science methods
• Involves Technology, Processes, People , Projects
• We are training people for jobs that do not as yet exist
• They will likely require ICT + Domain X expertise
• Bioinformatics - Health-Informatics
• GIS - Enviro-Informatics
• Interactive Digital Media - Genomics
• Information Science - Food Science
A Landscape of Opportunity
Small Systems
Admin. and Support System Installation
and Technical Support

CS + Application area X
Interdisciplinary Specializations
Programming
Computer Science
Project Management
Programming
Software Development System Analyst/Design

Research Technical Expert

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Degrees Offered
• Four CIPS-accredited undergraduate degrees, all with Co-operative
Education Option:
• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours
• Bachelor of Computer Science with Specialization
1. E-Commerce (2000)
2. Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing (2009)
3. Game Development (2010)

JSOCS Advisory Board Meeting - March,

Why JSOCS?

• World class facilities (network, servers, HPC)

• Home of NS Robot Programming Competition
• Student Computer Science Society
• Numerous faculty/student events:
• Soccer, Broomball
• Volleyball, Curling
• Corporate duck race
• Video game competitions
• Ethnic pot-lucks
• “Come as a student … leave as a Colleague”
JSOCS Advisory Board Meeting - March,
Mobile Computing

• Mobile Handheld Background:

• 5 Billion text messages sent per day in 2009

• 6 Billion voice minutes used per day

• 1.2 Billion cell phones sold in 2009

• 14% of that market is smart phones

• 45 Million iPod Touch devices have been sold

• 1 Million iPads PER MONTH in 2010

• Over 400,000 apps in the Apple App store

iAcadia – An iPod App
• Developed by students
• Uses latest in HCI tech
• Combines I/O:
• Text - Images
• Sound - Video
• All into the palm of your hand
• Tremendous new opportunities and
challenges in interface design
• iAcadia video
Game Development

• Developed in co-op with Game Industry in NS

• Courses in CS, Math, English, ??
• Finest usability lab east of Montreal
• Youtube video
• HB Studio video

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