A capstone investigation of selective current computer science topics and independent experience in designing and executing a computer science project. Students will work on a team-based project. Each team should consist of three members. Students have to form their team and develop the project idea.
Note: The instructions on this site apply to regular semesters (Fall/Spring) only.
Registration Opens November 4, 2025 (senior)
Last Day to Add a Course: January 27, 2026
Application Deadline: November 15, 2025
First Class: January 21, 2026
Format: (3 Credits)
Online Synchronous.
Progress Presentations, Instructor Meetings, Lectures, & Guest Presentations
Final Presentation
Week of May 11-17, 2026
Date TBD
In-Person
Section 01: Tuesdays 5:00-7:30 PM (CRN: SCSU40728.202640)
Section 02: Wednesdays 5:00-7:30 PM (CRN: SCSU41797.202640)
Note: All 3 teammates must be in the same section.
Build a complete application (web, mobile, desktop, game, etc.)
Investigate a CS topic and produce a research paper with code/data
Work with a real client to solve their actual business/technical needs
Apply with teammates: If you already have a team of 3, all members apply individually.
Looking for teammates: Join our MS Teams channel to connect with other students.
Complete online application
Submit project proposal (if you have one).
Email Prof. Cain (cainn3@southernct.edu), subject line: "CSC400 S26 Project Proposal"
Make sure to include your teammate on the email
Receive approval within 2-3 business days
Get permission code
Register as soon as possible, during your enrollment period (Nov 4, 2025 - Jan 21, 2026)
Instructor: Prof. Nisreen Cain
Email: cainn3@southernct.edu