Computer Science-Mathematics Major (B.A.)

Major Requirements

46-47 credits

Calculus (4 credits)

Complete one of the following:

MATH-1075	Single Variable Calculus	4 credits
MATH-2075	Multivariable Calculus	4 credits

Preparatory Courses (24 credits)

CSCI-1040	Computer Science I: Intro to Comp Sci	4 credits
CSCI-2040	Computer Science II: Data Structures	4 credits
CSCI-3040	Design and Analysis of Algorithms	4 credits
MATH-2080	Introduction to Proofs and Discrete Math	4 credits
MATH-3060	Linear Algebra	4 credits
PHYS-2071	Analytical Physics I	4 credits

Colloquium (1 credit)

Complete two semesters for a total of 1 credit.

COFI-1998

Natural Sciences and Mathematics Colloquium

0.5 credit

Computer Science and Mathematics Electives (16 credits)

Complete an additional 4 credits of CSCI, any level. Complete an additional 4 credits of MATH or CSCI coursework numbered 2000 or higher. Complete an additional 8 credits of MATH or CSCI coursework numbered 3000 or higher. Credit from Independent Study (4994), Guided Research (4996), and Course Assistant (4991) cannot count toward this requirement.

CSCI-	Elective CSCI coursework, any level	4 credits
CSCI/MATH-	Elective CSCI or MATH coursework, 2000-level or higher	4 credits
CSCI/MATH-	Elective CSCI or MATH coursework, 3000- and/or 4000-level	8 credits

Capstone (1-2 credits)

CSCI-4080	Software Engineering and Senior Design	2 credits
-	or
MATH-4990	Math-Physics-CS Capstone	1 credit

Computer Science-Mathematics majors may not also major in mathematics.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this major, students will be able to:

1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of mathematics, computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions;
2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline;
3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts;
4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles;
5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline; and
6. Apply scientific reasoning to develop and test scientific questions.