Accreditation

East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. East Tennessee State University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of East Tennessee State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website  (www.sacscoc.org).

 

The Bachelor's of Science in Computing with a Concentration in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs.

The Bachelor's of Science in Computing with a Concentration in Cybersecurity and Modern Networks is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Cybersecurity and Similarly Named Computing Programs.

The Bachelor's of Science in Computing with a Concentration in Information Systems is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Information Systems and Similarly Named Computing Programs.

The Bachelor's of Science in Computing with a Concentration in Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Information Technology and Similarly Named Computing Programs.

ETSU Department of Computing Educational Objectives

The ETSU Department of Computing seeks to produce well-prepared computing graduates who in their careers:

1. Exhibit high standards of responsibility and ethics,
2. Communicate effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders,
3. Keep current in their fields of expertise, and
4. Apply computing knowledge to effectively address real-world problems.

ABET CAC General Student Outcomes

Graduates of ETSU's Department of Computing programs will have an ability to:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.

Computer Science-Specific Student Outcomes (CSCS)

6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Cybersecurity and Modern Networks-Specific Student Outcomes (CSMN)

6. Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

*ETSU's Department of Computing CSMN Concentration is not yet accredited by ABET CAC.

Information Systems-Specific Student Outcomes (INFS)

6. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

Information Technology-Specific Student Outcomes (ITEC)

6. Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.