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Computational Mathematics


NOTE: Substantial changes have made to the mathematics curriculum starting in the Fall of 2008.  The new degree requirements for Computational Mathematics will apply for all students entering SPU in the Fall of 2008 or later.  The degree requirements listed below are the old requirements which will apply only to students who entered SPU prior to 2008.  Courses listed in red below are being discontinued and replaced with new courses.  If you have any questions about how these changes will affect you, please contact an advisor in the math department.

B.S. in Computational Mathematics
The bachelor of science degree in computational mathematics is an interdisciplinary major designed for students interested in careers involving the applications of mathematics and computer science.  The major emphasizes applied mathematics, mathematical modeling, and programming.  A total of 42 credits in mathematics, 15 credits in physics, and 40 credits in computer science are required for the major.  A GPA of 2.5 must be maintained for all courses in the major.  

Admission to the Major 
A student interested in majoring in computational mathematics needs to have a GPA of 2.5 or above in 15 credits of courses which apply to the major and must submit a major application form to a member of the mathematics faculty. 

Degree Requirements

Courses Required Credits
MAT 1225, 1226 Calculus 10
MAT 1228 Series and Differential Equations 5
MAT 2228 Multivariable Calculus 3
MAT 2375 Probability Theory* 2
MAT 2376 Applied Statistics* 3
MAT 2401 Linear Algebra 3
MAT 2720 Discrete Mathematics 3
MAT 3724 Applied Analysis 3
MAT 4725 Numerical Analysis 5
MAT 4830 Mathematical Modeling 5
MAT 4899 Senior Capstone Seminar 3
CSC 1230 Problem Solving and Programming 5
CSC 2220 Scientific Programming 3
CSC 2430 Data Structures I 5
CSC 2431 Data Structures II 5
CSC 3430 Algorithm Design and Analysis 3
CSC 3150 System Design 5
CSC 3750 Computer Architecture and Organization 5
PHY 1121, 1122, 1123
Physics for Science & Engineering
15
Additional credits in CSC numbered 3000-4999 8
Total 99

* Starting in the Autumn of 2008, MAT 2375 and 2376 have been replaced by a single new course, MAT 3360.  Students who have not yet completed 2375 and 2376 must take 3360 instead.

Some courses are only offered every other year, so good planning is recommended. Take a look at the Sample Schedule to see how a typical computational mathematics major might plan her/his course of study, or look at the Course Schedule page to see which mathematics courses are offered which years.  Consult the Computer Science Department for further information about the scheduling of CSC courses.

 

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