Computer science isn’t just about technology; it’s about connecting technology with people. As a computer science student, you study the nature and techniques of problem solving through computation, focusing on hardware, software, mathematics and logic. But you also learn that computer science influences—and is influenced by—many fields of study, including science, humanities, health care and business.
Computer Science is available as a major or minor if you are pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree and as a minor if you are pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree. There are four computer science streams:
General
The general computer science stream of courses is required for all computer science majors. Its focus is to develop problem-solving skills using the computer and project management skills required to complete projects, both large and small.
Databases and interactive visualization
Learn to design, implement and support large-scale database applications and transform data into visual representations that enhance understanding and facilitate data exploration. Analyze and mine big data using intelligent tools such as association rules, classifications, clustering and data warehousing.
Systems and information security
Gain the knowledge and develop the skills and abilities required for systems software development, networking and cybersecurity. Required courses cover both the theoretical and practical aspects of operating systems, networking and cybersecurity. Students who graduate from this stream should be able to challenge entry-level certification exams in cybersecurity.
Video gaming
Focusing on the inherently human aspect of gaming, you learn not just about about the creation of games, but of good games. Study the technical and artistic aspects of software game development. Develop the design and implementation skills required in the video game industry.
The course list identifies approved courses that MacEwan University may offer. Not all courses will be offered every year and some courses are restricted to particular programs. Contact an advisor in your program for information on course availability.
2018/19
Computer Science
| CMPT 101 - Introduction to Computing I |
| CMPT 103 - Introduction to Computing II |
| CMPT 104 - Fluency with Information Technology |
2018/19
Computer Science
The course list identifies approved courses that MacEwan University may offer. Not all courses will be offered every year and some courses are restricted to particular programs. Contact an advisor in your program for information on course availability.
2018/19
Computer Science
The course list identifies approved courses that MacEwan University may offer. Not all courses will be offered every year and some courses are restricted to particular programs. Contact an advisor in your program for information on course availability.
2018/19
Computer Science
The course list identifies approved courses that MacEwan University may offer. Not all courses will be offered every year and some courses are restricted to particular programs. Contact an advisor in your program for information on course availability.
Fall 2018
CMPT 399: Topics in Computer Science
Topic: Computer Vision
Instructor: Dr. Dana Cobzas
Computer vision is a research field aimed to enable computers to process and interpret visual data, as sighted humans can. It is one of the most exciting areas of research in computing science and among the fastest growing technologies in today’s industry. This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles and applications of computer vision. Topics include feature detection and tracking, image matching and alignment, geometric relationships between 2D images and the 3D world, object recognition and scene understanding using machine learning and deep learning.
Prerequisites: Students should be beyond CMPT 200 and MATH 120/125 is essential, MATH 114 and STAT 151 would be beneficial. Consent of department is required.
How to Enrol: To enrol, students need to email Dr. Cobzas with their student ID number to inquire about Department Consent.
Permission Required: Yes
Winter 2019
CMPT 399: Topics in Computer Science
Topic: Programming and Control
Instructor: Dr. Jeffrey Davis
This course offers an introduction to the basic concepts in robotics and the various algorithms used to generate perception, locomotion, and pathway planning. Student will get a hands on experience with both programming micro-controllers and building hardware and will apply concepts learned through interdisciplinary projects.
Prerequisites: Consent of department.
How to Enrol: To enrol, students need to email Dr. Davis with their student ID number to inquire about Department Consent.
Permission Required: Yes
The information you will need to plan your degree and your major or minor in computer science can be found under Current Students.
Calin Anton
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-173D, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/633-3038 |
Nicholas Boers
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Vancouver Island) 5-172F, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4579 |
Sharon Bratt
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Simon Fraser), M.Ed. (Alberta), B.Ed. (Alberta), BFA (Alberta) On Sabbatical Leave 5-174D, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4685 |
Brian Brookwell
Assistant Professor, Computer Science M.Sc. (Calgary) 5-172H, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/497-4586 |
Janet Campbell
Administrative Assistant, Computer Science 5-173, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4484 |
Dana Cobzas
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-174A, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4253 |
Jon Coulson
Lab Supervisor, Computer Science M.Comp. (New England, Australia), B.Ed. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Alberta) 5-174B, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-633-3497 |
Jeffrey Davis
Engineering Lead, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer PhD (ETH Zürich), M.A.Sc. (Toronto), B.Sc. (Alberta), P.Eng. 5-172E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5248 |
Mohamad El-Hajj
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (LAU-Lebanon), BS (BUC-Lebanon) 5-173G, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-633-3547 |
Indratmo
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Saskatchewan), Computer Science, M.Sc. (Manitoba), Computer Science, B.Eng. (Petra), Computer Engineering On Sabbatical Leave 5-172G, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4085 |
Cameron Macdonell
Chair, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-173F, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5625 |
Nicole Malloy
Assistant Professor, Computer Science M.Sc. (University of Alberta), Computing Science; B.Sc. (University of Alberta), Computing Science 5-173E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/497-5368 |
Ron Meleshko
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Hons.) (Alberta) 5-174C, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5836 |
Ibrahim Sumrain
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Oregon State), M.Sc. (Portland State), BA (Jordan) 5-174E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5841 |
Calin Anton
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-173D, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/633-3038 |
Nicholas Boers
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Vancouver Island) 5-172F, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4579 |
Sharon Bratt
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Simon Fraser), M.Ed. (Alberta), B.Ed. (Alberta), BFA (Alberta) On Sabbatical Leave 5-174D, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4685 |
Brian Brookwell
Assistant Professor, Computer Science M.Sc. (Calgary) 5-172H, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/497-4586 |
Dana Cobzas
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-174A, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4253 |
Jon Coulson
Lab Supervisor, Computer Science M.Comp. (New England, Australia), B.Ed. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Alberta) 5-174B, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-633-3497 |
Jeffrey Davis
Engineering Lead, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer PhD (ETH Zürich), M.A.Sc. (Toronto), B.Sc. (Alberta), P.Eng. 5-172E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5248 |
Mohamad El-Hajj
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (LAU-Lebanon), BS (BUC-Lebanon) 5-173G, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-633-3547 |
Indratmo
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Saskatchewan), Computer Science, M.Sc. (Manitoba), Computer Science, B.Eng. (Petra), Computer Engineering On Sabbatical Leave 5-172G, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4085 |
Cameron Macdonell
Chair, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-173F, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5625 |
Nicole Malloy
Assistant Professor, Computer Science M.Sc. (University of Alberta), Computing Science; B.Sc. (University of Alberta), Computing Science 5-173E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/497-5368 |
Ron Meleshko
Associate Professor, Computer Science PhD (Alberta), M.Sc. (Alberta), B.Sc. (Hons.) (Alberta) 5-174C, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5836 |
Ibrahim Sumrain
Assistant Professor, Computer Science PhD (Oregon State), M.Sc. (Portland State), BA (Jordan) 5-174E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5841 |
Brian Brookwell, Discipline Advisor
Assistant Professor, Computer Science M.Sc. (Calgary) 5-172H, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780/497-4586 |
Janet Campbell, Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant, Computer Science 5-173, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-4484 |
Jeffrey Davis, Program Coordinator (Engineering Transfer)
Engineering Lead, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer PhD (ETH Zürich), M.A.Sc. (Toronto), B.Sc. (Alberta), P.Eng. 5-172E, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5248 |
Cameron Macdonell, Chair
Chair, Computer Science PhD (Alberta) 5-173F, City Centre Campus10700 - 104 AvenueEdmonton, AB T5J 4S2780-497-5625 |
Department of Computer Science
Room 5-173, City Centre Campus
10700 – 104 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5J 4S2
Phone: 780-497-4484
Fax: 780-497-5103
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 – 4:30 p.m.
