Simpson Computer Science and CIS majors go beyond the ones and zeros to explore the larger world of computers and their extraordinary power. Learning experiences in the computer science department include individual and group research activities which emphasize personal growth, critical thinking and communication skills.  Majors offered include computer science, a broad-based overview of computers, and computer information systems, which is concerned with the analysis, design, development, use and management of information systems.

• The department has four teaching labs and electronic classrooms on the West Des Moines and Indianola campuses.

• Several programs offered include the Microsoft Developer Network Academic Alliance and the Oracle Academic Initiative, that provide students with an extensive array of software for Windows, Macintosh and UNIX-based systems.

Recent jobs and internships
Principal Financial Group, Farm Bureau, Allied Group, Pella Corporation, Wells Fargo, 3M Company, Fawn Engineering, Wellmark, Communication Data Services, John Deere Credit, Iowa Foundation for Medical Care, American Republic, and Silicon Plains.

I was in my mid-30s and experiencing college for the first time....and what an experience it would be! Simpson's adult learning program allowed me some elective hours by accepting insurance related courses I'd taken through work. Their schedule allowed me to choose from a variety of evening and Saturday classes that met both my degree requirements and my busy schedule.
Tari Adamson - Class of 2004

Com Sci Courses required   CIS courses required   Department web page