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2014-2015 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
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Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, B.S.


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Introduction

The role of mathematics in our highly scientific-technological society is basic and essential. Mathematical thought and modeling are valued tools in our sophisticated industrial community. The application of mathematics to industry and business to meet society’s need is increasing. This growth and demand continues to create a need for graduates with training in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science.

The Applied Mathematics and Computer Science program prepares graduates for careers in a variety of fields by providing a foundation in mathematics, computer science, and statistics, complemented with additional courses specified by the selected concentration. Students may choose a concentration in Actuarial Science, Business Management, Information Assurance and Cyber Security, Interdisciplinary, Software Development, and Mathematics Education, or students may tailor their coursework to provide knowledge that will prepare them for a career path of their choice.

Students will enhance their studies and gain significant hands on experience through a capstone course or cooperative education experience. On campus, there are also opportunities in undergraduate research, tutoring, and other technical openings to enrich the educational experience.

In addition to fulfilling the university’s basic admissions requirements, Applied Mathematics and Computer Science applicants must also graduate in the top 50 percent of their class, or for high schools that do not rank, have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale and have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 (SAT Math 510).

In fulfilling the necessary competencies for a degree, a student may complete the requirements for a minor in Business Administration, Economics, or Technical Writing. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain approval for the minor from the department offering it.

General Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree

Total for Graduation 120 credits  
General Education 43-44 credits  
Major Studies 76-77 credits  

Program Requirements


General Education


43-44 credits

Actuarial Science; Business Management; Information Assurance and Cyber Security; Interdisciplinary; and Software Development concentrations

Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences (11-12 credits)


Arts and Humanities (6 credits)


Courses must be from two or more areas including art history, creative arts, foreign language and culture, history, literature, music appreciation, performing arts, and philosophy.

Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)


Courses must be from two or more areas including anthropology, economics, geography, political science, psychology and sociology.

Contemporary Issues (3 credits)


Courses must be selected from the list of approved contemporary issues courses.

Social Responsibility and Ethical Reasoning (3 credits)


Courses must be selected from the list of approved social responsibility and ethical reasoning courses.

Selectives (4 credits)


Major Studies - Actuarial Science Concentration


77 credits

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)

Major Studies - Business Management Concentration


77 credits

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)

Major Studies - Information Assurance and Cyber Security Concentration


77 credits

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)

Major Studies - Interdisciplinary Concentration


77 credits

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)

Selective Courses (9 credits)


Remaining courses are chosen from a list of selectives provided by the program director.

Approved Related Field (36 credits)


The proposed program plan must be approved by the program director at least four semesters prior to graduation. The plan must indicate career path and courses to support that career. The plan may include a minor or a second major.

Professional Investigation/Exposure


Students must attend at least one professional event per semester for two years. See adviser.

Major Studies - Software Development Concentration


77 credits

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)

Program Requirement for the Mathematics Education Concentration


Total Credits to Graduation 120 credits  
General Education 44 credits  
Major Studies 76 credits  

General Education


44 credits required

Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences (12 credits)


Arts and Humanities (6 credits)


  • LIT-XXX Any Literature (3.00 cr.)
  • XXX-XXX One course from Creative/Performing Arts (1.00-3.00 cr.)
  • XXX-XXX Additional course as needed (0.00-2.00 cr.)

Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)


Social Responsibility and Ethical Reasoning (3 credits)


Selectives (4 credits)


Major Studies


76 credits required

(* = Minimum grade of “C” required)