Licenciatura Subespecialidad
Estudia Ciencias de la Computación
Aprende a resolver problemas • Conviértete en profesional de la computación • Impacta el mundo
John Brown University
2000 W. University St.,
Siloam Springs, AR 72761
479-524-9500
jbuinfo@jbu.edu
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En la carrera de Ciencias de la Computación, te prepararás incluso para los trabajos que aún no existen en este mundo acelerado de la tecnología. En JBU, nuestros profesores y personal te guiarán en el proceso de descubrir tu vocación y desarrollar tus habilidades para impactar el Reino de Dios.
Los estudiantes de Ciencias de la Computación en JBU tienen la oportunidad de trabajar con tecnología de punta y explorar diferentes áreas del campo, preparándose para cualquier carrera en computación.
La computación en JBU no se trata solo de programar. Aprenderás a integrar tu fe con tu formación académica y a servir al Reino de Dios también a través de tu vocación.
El Consejo de Noroeste de Arkansas reporta más de 400 vacantes sin cubrir para desarrolladores de software en la región, con un salario medio de $104,000.
La carrera de Ciencias de la Computación permite a los estudiantes interactuar con la tecnología y el software en múltiples niveles y campos, desarrollando la capacidad de resolver problemas y crear soluciones en una industria en constante crecimiento.
El programa de Ciencias de la Computación te permite elegir entre varias áreas de enfoque áreas de enfoque para que puedas ingresar al campo que más te interese y estar preparado para la industria.
El Balzer Technology Center cuenta con 3,700 metros cuadrados (40,000 pies cuadrados) de laboratorios y espacios de aprendizaje con tecnología de punta.
Con el programa 4+1 de JBU, puedes comenzar a tomar clases de nivel maestría mientras aún estás en tu licenciatura, y así obtener tu título en Ciencias de la Computación y tu maestría en Ciberseguridad en solo cinco años. (Incluso puedes terminar la maestría en línea una vez que consigas un trabajo de tiempo completo.)
El programa de Ciencias de la Computación de JBU hace un excelente trabajo al combinar conceptos y teorías abstractas con la aplicación práctica. Los profesores son accesibles, tienen experiencia en sus áreas y se preocupan por el bienestar de sus estudiantes. Una de mis clases favoritas fue Diseño Colaborativo en el tercer año. Aprendí mucho sobre el trabajo en equipo mientras creábamos un prototipo para una empresa ficticia. Estoy segura de que puedo ayudar a otros usando las habilidades que he adquirido.
Jacinth Boggess '24
Estudiante de Ciencias de la Computación
El departamento de Ciencias de la Computación en JBU está bien preparado para formar estudiantes para cualquier campo relacionado con la tecnología y el software.
Los arquitectos de redes se encargan del diseño y mantenimiento de redes de comunicación de datos, desde grandes infraestructuras en la nube hasta intranets más pequeñas.
El almacenamiento y la organización son fundamentales en esta profesión. Como administrador(a) de bases de datos, realizarás tareas como instalación, configuración, diseño de bases de datos, monitoreo de rendimiento, seguridad y solución de problemas.
Los desarrolladores web crean aplicaciones móviles y web utilizando diversos lenguajes de programación. En el cliente: HTML5, CSS y JavaScript; y en el servidor: PHP, React.js, ASP.NET, Python, Node.js, Go o Java.
Como analista de seguridad informática, tendrás un rol esencial protegiendo los sistemas de información de una organización contra violaciones de seguridad, filtraciones de datos y ciberataques.
Conoce más sobre nuestros otros programas en ingeniería y ciencias de la computación.
Este curso introduce conceptos básicos de programación, estructuras de datos y el análisis y diseño orientado a objetos. Se abordan en detalle conceptos como abstracción, polimorfismo, herencia y encapsulamiento, con experiencia práctica en programación y resolución de problemas aplicados. También se incluye el uso de paquetes y bibliotecas de Python para resolver problemas reales avanzados.
Este curso se enfoca principalmente en varios modelos de estructuras de datos y su aplicación en programas de software. Los conceptos y estructuras se implementan utilizando un lenguaje de programación moderno. Es una base sólida para el desarrollo de algoritmos y la creación de aplicaciones eficientes. El curso combina teoría con trabajo práctico en laboratorio.
Curso introductorio al modelado de bases de datos y al diseño de esquemas para aplicaciones de software. Comienza con conceptos básicos de sistemas de bases de datos, modelado de datos y esquemas, y redacción de consultas SQL. También se abordan conceptos importantes como almacenamiento de datos, optimización de consultas y control de concurrencia.
Curso fundamental para preparar a los estudiantes para roles en diseño y desarrollo de software. Se cubren procesos disciplinados del ciclo de vida del desarrollo de aplicaciones o productos: análisis, diseño, construcción, pruebas y despliegue. El enfoque es práctico, incluyendo la redacción de requisitos, creación de diagramas de diseño, programación en cualquier lenguaje y validación del producto utilizando marcos de prueba reconocidos en la industria.
Dr. Tim Gilmour joined the engineering faculty in August of 2012. He teaches electrical engineering and computer science courses. He received his B.S.E.E. from Cedarville University in 2003, his M.S.E.E. from Penn State University in 2005, and his Ph.D. from Penn State University in 2012. In his master's research, he applied artificial intelligence methods to brain-computer interfaces. In his doctoral work, he applied signal processing techniques to investigate the impact of cell transplants on brain electrical activity in Parkinson’s Disease. He has published seven journal papers and presented several conference papers, and is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Arkansas. In his free time he enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and music. He is passionate about apologetics and spreading the good news about Jesus Christ.
Professor of Electrical Engineering
Jonathan earned his B.S. in Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering from John Brown University, and later went on to complete the M.S. in Cybersecurity program at JBU. Jonathan currently works as a Senior Systems Engineer and the Lead Developer at Engineering with IT that specializes in contract electrical and computer engineering. Through this work, he has had the privilege of working on many high-profile projects with multiple fortune 500 companies ranging from security analysis and penetration testing to point of sale application development. Among his many hobbies, Jonathan enjoys building electronics or software projects, cooking with his wife, Janae, studying scripture, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Department Chair, Graduate Cybersecurity; Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity
Dr. Justus Selwyn holds a Doctorate in Computer Science with a specialization in Software and Knowledge Engineering. Before joining John Brown University, he spent two decades (2001–2021) contributing to academia, industry, and research across several Indian universities.
His research areas of interest include: Software Design & Engineering, data modelling, artificial intelligence in software system design & development. His scholarly work has been published in reputable international journals, and he has presented his research conferences in Germany, Israel, and the United States.
Alongside his academic career, Dr. Selwyn serves as a part-time software consultant, delivering software solutions to technology companies, non-profit organizations, small and medium businesses, Christian ministries, and former employers.
‘Keep things simple to build big’—a philosophy that guides his approach to teaching, research, family life, and community service, where he affirms that little things matter the most.
Department Chair of Computer Science; Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Ted Song, a member of the President’s Cabinet, serves as Chief Intercultural Engagement Officer, providing institution-wide leadership for intercultural engagement across education, board engagement, and oversight of global and intercultural programs, and as Chief Innovation Officer, leading academic innovation and strategic program development. He joined the university in 2012 as a professor of electrical engineering and has since served in a range of faculty and administrative leadership roles. Through these roles, his work advances the university’s mission by strengthening academic programs, cultivating a Christ-centered culture of hospitality, and building strategic partnerships that prepare people to honor God and serve others.
A Korean-American who grew up in both Korea and the United States, Dr. Song’s formation includes service as an ROTC cadet and later as an officer in the Republic of Korea Army, international experience with the United Nations and Christian mission work abroad, and interdisciplinary academic training across engineering (Ph.D.), theology (M.Div.), and law (M.S.L.), with a focus on higher education law and compliance.
Beyond the university, Dr. Song serves the broader higher education community as a Peer Reviewer and Team Chair for the Higher Learning Commission, as Chair of the Diversity & Inclusion Commission of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), and as a board member of the Western Benton County Partnership. His contributions to teaching and leadership have been recognized through multiple awards, including selection as an inaugural CCCU Presidential Fellow.
Dr. Song and his wife, Michelle, live in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, with their three daughters. They are active members of Siloam Springs Bible Church (an Evangelical Free Church), where he serves as an elder and leads the College Ministry.
Professor of Electrical Engineering; Chief Intercultural Engagement Officer, Chief Innovation Officer
Dr. Hepsiba Mabel grew up in the Southern part of India and received an opportunity to begin her education at an institute that was established by her great grandparents, and college education at Sarah Tucker College, which was established by American Missionaries. After graduation, she began teaching undergraduate and graduate students. She loves to interact with and provide counseling to students, parents and has many success stories in placing students in top positions in their career and personal life.
Hepsiba has had many opportunities to serve the Lord, such as ministering in the college chapel, organizing and conducting fellowship meetings, and uplifting youngsters. Even to this day, she conducts daily devotions to Sunday school children & teenagers in her community to teach them the Scriptures and help them grow spiritually.
Hepsiba is married to Justus, also a professor at JBU. They have one son, Handel. All three of them are into music ministry and serving God in all possible ways.
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Shanon Vuglar joined the JBU engineering faculty in 2018. He received his B.Tech. (Aeronautical Engineering), B.E. (Electrical Engineering), and M.Sc. (Information Technology) from the University of New South Wales, Canberra, Australia, while serving in the Royal Australian Air Force. On completing his undergraduate degrees, he served as an Engineering Officer, predominantly working in the areas of Information Operations and Communications. In June 2015, he was awarded a Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering) from the University of New South Wales. His doctoral research was in the area of quantum control and considered the physical realizability of quantum systems. Before joining JBU, he held postdoctoral research positions at the University of Melbourne and Princeton University. He has published four journal articles and five peer-reviewed conference papers. Dr. Vuglar values being an active part of a vibrant Christian community and has led prayer and Bible study groups as well as serving on worship teams, playing saxophone and drums. He enjoys running, cycling, mountain biking, and skiing and in July 2018, he successfully completed his first Ironman Triathlon (Lake Placid, NY). He also enjoys playing chess and other board games.
Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering
JBU ofrece una variedad de subespecialidades relacionadas con los campos de la ingeniería, las ciencias de la computación y la ciberseguridad.
Prepárate para una carrera exitosa y una vida con propósito.
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John Brown University is a leading private Christian university, training students to honor God and serve others since 1919. Arkansas’ top-ranked university (The Wall Street Journal) and top-ranked regional university (U.S. News), JBU enrolls more than 2,200 students from 37 states and 42 countries in its traditional undergraduate, graduate, online and concurrent education programs. JBU offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, with top programs including nursing, psychology, construction management, graphic design, family and human services, and engineering. Eighteen graduate degrees are available in business, counseling, cybersecurity, and education.