Description
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is uniquely qualified to offer programs that blend theory and practice in an innovative way, preparing students for career options in academic, corporate, and government areas. Classes are deliberately structured to enable students who pursue a major in Mathematics or Computer Science to learn in concert with Engineering and Science majors. In this setting, the student’s appreciation of the inherent power and cohesiveness of mathematics is enhanced by the highlighted role that mathematics plays in all fields.
Degree Requirements
Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Science
This program gives students a scientifically oriented education in mathematics. In addition to the standard topics in mathematics, students select courses in advanced mathematics, statistics, computer science and/or other areas related to the department. Cooperative education is strongly recommended. Students must earn at least a C grade in each required course and have an overall 2.0 G.P.A. in the major. The major requirements are:
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| | | cr. | rec./lec. | lab. |
| MTH 141 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | | 4 | 4 | |
| MTH 142 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | | 4 | 4 | |
| MTH 241 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | | 4 | 4 | |
| MTH 276 | Discrete Structures | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 372 | Differential Equations with Linear Algebra | | 4 | 4 | |
| MTH 402 | Linear Algebra with Applications | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 405 | Introduction to Modern Algebra I | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 435 | Modern Analysis I | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 469 | Seminar in Mathematics | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 171 | Introduction to Computer Science I | | 3 | 3 | |
| ENL 303 | Technical Writing | | 3 | 3 | |
Total: 37 Credits. Electives described below
Electives - flexibility and focus
To allow maximum flexibility to address personal interests and to focus on career oriented objectives, students choose two elective courses and five cognate courses as follows:
| An additional six credits of mathematical electives from: |
| | | cr. | rec./lec. | lab. |
| MTH 305 | Mathematics of Compound Interest | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 406 | Introduction to Modern Algebra II | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 410 | Foundations of Mathematics | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 415 | Theory of Numbers | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 423 | Probability | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 427 | Applied Probability and Statistics | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 428 | Analysis of Variance | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 436 | Modern Analysis II | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 437 | Complex Variables | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 455 | Operations Research | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 457 | Regression Modeling | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 458 | Applied Analysis | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 459 | Model Building | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 460 | Graph Theory | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 461 | Transformational Geometry | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 462 | The Projective Plane | | 3 | 3 | |
| MTH 466 | Introduction to Topology | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 172 | Introduction to Computer Science II | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 442 | Comparative Programming Languages | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 443 | Data Structures | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 445 | Numerical Analysis | | 3 | 3 | |
| CSC 449 | Operating Systems | | 3 | 3 | |
Plus an additional 15 credits of electives in mathematics or in an area related to mathematics. These may include courses in mathematics, computer science, chemistry, physics, engineering, biology, economics, management science or other courses approved by the department.
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