Larry Huebner ’83 receives two major NASA awards
Two awards from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have been received by Larry Huebner ’83 of Owens Cross Roads, Alabama. Huebner joined NASA […]
Computer and Data Sciences combines technical skills with the liberal arts to hone problem-solving skills that may be used in a wide array of settings. The five courses of the minor build the core skills necessary to use computer applications and data analysis across disciplinary contexts.
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Therace M. Risch ’94 promoted in executive leadership position
Therace M. Risch ’94 of Frisco, Texas, has been promoted to executive vice president and chief information and technology officer at American Electric Power. The […]
Erin Munro Krull’s research utilizes new mathematical technique
Erin Munro Krull, assistant professor of mathematics and the Mark and Janice Franzen Professor in Applied Mathematics, recently published an article in Frontiers in Neuroscience. […]
Faculty
Barwick, Brett
Associate Professor of Physics, Harrison E. Farnsworth 1918 Endowed Chair in Physics
Byron, Colleen
Professor of Chemistry, L. Leone Oyster 1919 Chair in Chemistry
Othon, Christina
Associate Professor of Physics
Plane, Jandelyn Dawn
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Scott, David W.
Associate Professor of Mathematics, Chair of Mathematical Sciences Department
Willoughby, Patrick
Associate Professor of Chemistry
Advising
Ripon College faculty and professional staff are dedicated to helping you reach your goals, whatever they may be and however often they may change along the way. It’s part of our value statement to you.
As a student at Ripon, you will be assigned a faculty adviser based on your area(s) of interest. You will meet with your faculty adviser throughout your time as a student to discuss your current aspirations, plan your course schedule and plot a future trajectory. We also work collaboratively with Ripon College Career and Professional Development to help match your interests and skills to concrete goals and construct a plan for professional success offering personalized career counseling, off-campus learning opportunities and an online job board with potential to connect with local, national and international employers.
Advising at RiponRequirements
| Requirements for a minor in Computer and Data Sciences | |
|---|---|
| Total Credits | 20 total credits for Minor in Computer and Data Sciences |
| Core Courses | CSC 101 Introduction to Programming, 209 Object-Oriented Programming, 236 Data Analysis and Visualization, 336 Data Structures and Algorithms |
| Elective Courses | 4 additional credits in CSC |
Unique Opportunities
- Skills in problem-solving, oral presentation writing and critical thinking are introduced and reinforced throughout the five core courses of the minor. Skills then are refined and developed at the upper division.