Mathematics-Computer Science, BA or BS

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Kemble Yates (Mathematics), 541-552-6578, kyates@sou.edu
Kevin Sahr (Computer Science), 541-552-6978, sahrk@sou.edu

Many technological sectors require individuals with strong backgrounds in both math and computer science. The mathematics-computer science comajor provides training in both areas.

Students should plan their programs carefully with advisors from both the Mathematics and Computer Science Departments.

Requirements for the Major

1. Complete the requirements specified for both mathematics and computer science as shown below. No more than one of the math requirements may be met with a grade below C-. At least 8 upper division math credits must be taken at SOU. Maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 in upper division computer science courses.

2. All mathematics-computer science majors must complete a Capstone Experience (CS 469 / 470 /471 or MTH 490 ).

Mathematics Requirements

(39 credits)

MTH 251 - Calculus I 4 credits
MTH 252 - Calculus II 4 credits
MTH 253 - Calculus III 4 credits
MTH 261 - Linear Algebra 4 credits
MTH 290 - Mathematical Perspectives 2 credits
MTH 311 - Number Structures 5 credits
MTH 341 - Introduction to Algebraic Systems 4 credits

Three additional upper division mathematics courses

(At least one must be at the 400 level)

Choose from:
MTH 321 - Differential Equations 4 credits
MTH 331 - Introduction to Real Analysis 4 credits
MTH 361 - Statistical Methods I 4 credits
MTH 421 - Topics in Applied Mathematics 4 credits each *
MTH 431 - Topics in Analysis 4 credits each *
MTH 441 - Topics in Abstract Algebra 4 credits each *
MTH 461 - Statistical Methods II 4 credits each *

Computer Science Requirements

(36 credits)

CS 256 - Computer Science I 4 credits
CS 257 - Computer Science II 4 credits
CS 258 - Computer Science III 4 credits
CS 314 - Computer Organization 4 credits
CS 367 - C and UNIX 4 credits
CS 411 - Algorithms and Data Structures 4 credits
CS 418 - Theory of Computation 4 credits
Two additional upper division computer science courses with CS prefix as approved by CS advisor (8 credits)

Capstone Experience Requirement

(6-12 credits)

Choose from the following capstone choices:
CS 469 - Systems Analysis 4 credits *
and
CS 470 - Capstone Project I 4 credits
and
CS 471 - Capstone Project II 4 credits
or
MTH 490 - Senior Colloquium 2 to 4 credits * (minimum 6 credits required)
*May require additional prerequisites