I had several classes taught by adjunct faculty who had "day jobs" in my years at UVA. Although they were all in economics, not CS.
So, it can work. But, you need a good supply of local professionals with the aptitude to teach. Probably not too hard for entry level courses, but 3rd or 4th year courses are likely harder to find suitable adjuncts. I'm sure I could teach CS101, but no way could I teach a senior level OS class.
So, it can work. But, you need a good supply of local professionals with the aptitude to teach. Probably not too hard for entry level courses, but 3rd or 4th year courses are likely harder to find suitable adjuncts. I'm sure I could teach CS101, but no way could I teach a senior level OS class.