Mathematical and Computer Sciences Major

Major in Mathematical and Computer Sciences – 45 credits
Courses are 3 credits unless indicated.
Required in the Major:

• MATH-251: Calculus and Linear Algebra (WOK: Problem Solving)
• MATH-252: Calculus and Modern Analysis III
• MATH-261: Discrete Methods in Mathematics
• MATH-262: Probability and Statistics
• MATH-305: Abstract Algebra I
• MATH-497: Modern Mathematical Theory I (Writing Intensive)
• MATH-498: Senior Seminar/Modern Mathematical Theory II
• One additional course (3 credits) chosen from the following, which may not be offered every semester:
• MATH-281: Special Topics in Mathematics/Topics vary by semester (Repeatable for credit)
• MATH-306: Abstract Algebra II
• MATH-307: Differential Equations
• MATH-321: Advanced Calculus
• MATH-331: Mathematical Modeling
• MATH-341: Introduction to Operations Research
• MATH-342: Fundamentals of Geometry
• MATH-481: Advanced Special Topics in Mathematics/Topics vary by semester (Repeatable for credit)
• CMSC-210: Programming in Java (4 credits)
• CMSC-251: Data Structures in Java (4 credits)
• CMSC-350: Computer Architecture and Logic Design (4 credits)
• Two additional courses (9 credits) in Computer and Information Sciences chosen with an academic advisor from the following, which may not be offered every semester:
• CMSC-205: Systems Analysis and Design
• CMSC-280: Computer Science: History, Trends and Ethical Issues (Writing Intensive)
• CMSC-281: Special Topics in Computer Science/Topics vary by semester (Repeatable for credit)
• CMSC-285: Algorithms in AI and Robotics
• CMSC-300: Application Development and Design
• CMSC-310: Research Methods in Computer and Information Science
• CMSC-321: Communications and Networks
• CMSC-401: Internship in Computer Science
• CMSC-405: Programming Languages  
  

Sample Bachelor of Science: Mathematical and Computer Sciences Major/selected minor (declaration of minor not required for graduation):  

Please note that this is a suggested academic plan only, it is not meant to address each student’s individual requirements or interests. Students will develop a personalized academic plan with a faculty advisor however, it is the student’s responsibility to be aware of, register for, and successfully complete all of the requirements for graduation in the major.

*Non-academic credit - these courses do not apply towards the minimum required for graduation.

Minimum Academic Credits required for graduation: 121