Requirements for a Major or Minor in Mathematics and Computer Science
Programs offered • Programs in Mathematics − Major in Mathematics (36 credits) − Minor in Mathematics (20 credits) − Mathematics Education major with a teaching license, grades 5-12 (42 credits plus 32 credits in education) − Mathematics Area of Specialization for Elementary Education majors, grades K-8 (see education) (20 credits) • Programs in Computer Science − Major in Computer Science (44 credits) − Major in Computer Science with Management Information Systems emphasis (76 credits) − Minor in Computer Science (24 credits) Mathematics The math department provides learning experiences that prepare students to achieve the following outcomes: • demonstrate an understanding of a wide variety of fundamental mathematical concepts and the nature of mathematical proof • read mathematical literature and communicate mathematical ideas effectively both orally and in writing, using appropriate language, good notation, and sound mathematical reasoning • apply mathematical knowledge from one branch of mathematics to another as well as to other disciplines • use appropriate technology • have good problem-solving skills, including the ability to formulate problems, solve them and interpret solutions • understand the historical and cultural framework of mathematics and the relationship of mathematics to other sciences and to the needs of society in general In addition, teaching majors will be able to: • gather, analyze and interpret data in an unbiased manner • demonstrate that they know and can apply the national and state standards for mathematics instruction The mathematics department sponsors an honors program for exceptional students. For details, see the department chair. A student’s initial placement in mathematics courses is determined on the basis of his or her high-school record. This list may be helpful: • With one year algebra and one year geometry or less, the available mathematics options are MATH 97 – High School Algebra or MATH 105 – Exploring Mathematics. • With algebra, geometry and higher algebra, options are MATH 105 – Exploring Mathematics, MATH 110 – Precalculus, MATH 203 – Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences or MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics. • With algebra, geometry and higher algebra senior math, options are MATH 121 – Calculus I, MATH 203 – Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences or MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics. Major in Mathematics The requirements for a major in mathematics are 36 credits: • MATH 121 – Calculus I, 4 credits • MATH 122 – Calculus II, 4 credits • MATH 210 – Linear Algebra, 4 credits • MATH 223 – Calculus III, 4 credits • 20 credits numbered 300 or above which must include MATH 402 – Mathematics Senior Seminar, 2 credits, and either MATH 325 – Modern Algebra, 4 credits, or MATH 330 – Real Analysis I, 4 credits. A maximum of 4 credits in Cooperative Education may be counted toward a major in mathematics. Recommended courses for students interested in graduate school in mathematics include: • MATH 325 – Modern Algebra I, 4 credits • MATH 330 – Real Analysis I, 4 credits • MATH 328 – Complex Analysis, 4 credits • MATH 425 – Modern Algebra II, 2 credits • MATH 430 – Real Analysis II, 2 credits Minor in Mathematics The requirements for a minor in mathematics are 20 credits: • MATH 121 – Calculus I, 4 credits • MATH 122 – Calculus II, 4 credits • MATH 210 – Linear Algebra, 4 credits • 8 additional credits numbered 200 or above to include at least one course numbered 300 or above. At most, 4 credits from MATH 250 – Pre-May Seminar or MATH 300 – May Seminar can be counted toward a minor in mathematics. Mathematics Education Major with a Teaching License, Grades 5-12 The requirements for a mathematics education major with a teaching license, grades 5-12, are 42 credits plus 32 credits in education: • MATH 121 – Calculus I, 4 credits • MATH 122 – Calculus II, 4 credits • MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics, 4 credits • MATH 210 – Linear Algebra, 4 credits • MATH 223 – Calculus III, 4 credits • MATH 315 – Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 4 credits • MATH 320 – Geometry, 4 credits • MATH 325 – Modern Algebra I, 4 credits • MATH 402 – Senior Seminar, 2 credits • 4 additional credits in mathematics, from courses numbered 300 or above • 4 credits in applied statistics chosen from the following: – ECON 274 – Introduction to Business and Economic Statistics, 4 credits – PSYC 230 – Statistics and Psychological Measurement, 4 credits – SOC 228 – Research Methods and Statistics, 4 credits • Successful completion of the secondary/K-12 curriculum requirements. The required methods of teaching course is EDUC 384 – Methods of Teaching in Mathematics, 4 credits. A course in computer science is strongly recommended, such as CSC 104 – Software Applications or CSC 125 – Introduction to Computer Science. Recommended supporting courses in mathematics for students with the following interests include: Physical science • MATH 311 – Differential Equations, 4 credits • MATH 312 – Applied Mathematics, 2 credits • MATH 315 – Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 4 credits • MATH 335 – Operations Management/Research, 4 credits Social and behavioral science • MATH 203 – Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences, 4 credits • MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics, 4 credits • MATH 210 – Linear Algebra, 4 credits • MATH 311 – Differential Equations, 4 credits • MATH 315 – Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 4 credits Elementary education • MATH 102 – Fundamental Concepts of Modern Mathematics, 4 credits • MATH 121 – Calculus I, 4 credits • MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics, 4 credits • MATH 215 – Introduction to Probability and Statistics, 2 credits • MATH 220 – Introduction to Geometry Concepts, 2 credits Computer Science The computer science department provides learning experiences that prepare students to achieve the following outcomes: • demonstrate mastery of fundamental skills basic to computer science • apply effectively the systems life-cycle process of analysis, design, implementation and testing when solving real-world problems • communicate effectively with others either inside or outside the discipline, both orally and in writing • work effectively as part of a team on various software projects • be a lifelong learner who pursues continued professional development by seeking out knowledge and experiences beyond the classroom • recognize the ethical and social implications of computer use, including a commitment to the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics Major in Computer Science The requirements for a major in computer science are 44 credits: • CSC 125 – Introduction to Computer Science, 4 credits • CSC 225 – Fundamental Structures, 4 credits • CSC 240 – Introduction to C/C++, 2 credits • CSC 245 – Introduction to UNIX/LINUX, 2 credits • CSC 320 – Computer Systems and Organization, 4 credits • CSC 330 – Introduction to Database Management, 4 credits • 12 additional computer science credits numbered 300 or above Required supporting courses: • MATH 121 – Calculus I, 4 credits • MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics, 4 credits • 4 credits in statistics chosen from: − MATH 205 – Introduction to Statistics, 4 credits − PSYC 230 – Statistics and Psychological Measurement, 4 credits − ECON 274 – Introduction to Business and Economic Statistics, 4 credits A maximum of 4 credits in Cooperative Education may be counted toward a major in computer science. Major in Computer Science with Management Information Systems Emphasis The requirements for a major in computer science with a management information systems emphasis are 44 credits in the computer science major with an additional 32 credits from the School of Business. All courses required for the emphasis are listed on the management information systems pages of the catalog. Minor in Computer Science The requirements for a minor in computer science are 24 credits: • CSC 125 – Introduction to Computer Science, 4 credits • CSC 225 – Fundamental Structures, 4 credits • 12 additional computer science credits, excluding CSC 104 – Software Applications. Eight of these 12 must be numbered 300 or above. • MATH 207 – Discrete Mathematics, 4 credits
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