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Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science Introduction B.S. with a Major in Mathematics
B.S. in the Teaching of Mathematics
Distinction 322 Science and Engineering Offices (SEO) Mathematics is the language of the sciences and of all fields where patterns and systematic processes need to be analyzed. The study of the various mathematical sciences involves learning ideas and techniques essential for the natural and social sciences and is increasingly important in all areas of a technological society. Occupational fields open to students who have completed one of the curricula in the department include mathematical analysis in industry or government, teaching, actuarial (insurance) work, computer programming and other statistical work, and mathematical aspects of business and finance. The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science with a Major in Mathematics, the Bachelor of Science in the Teaching of Mathematics, and the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science. A Minor in Mathematics and a Minor in Mathematics and Computer Science are also offered. Each major is assigned a department advisor who approves the student’s choice of courses. A transfer student majoring in one of these programs must successfully complete at least half of the mathematics courses in residence at UIC. For the B.S. with a Major in Mathematics, at least 12 semester hours must be at the advanced level; for the B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science, 14 semester hours must be upper division. No transfer course below calculus may be counted toward the B.S. with a Major in Mathematics, the B.S. in the Teaching of Mathematics, the B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science, or the B.S. in Statistics and Operations Research. Only grades of A, B, or C in calculus and above from other colleges and universities will be accepted for transfer credit. Students must have concurrent registration in MATH 180—Calculus I, or equivalent standing, as a requirement for declaration of a major in any departmental program. Honors sections of some courses in mathematics are offered throughout the year. For details consult the Schedule of Classes. Admission to honors sections is not restricted to mathematics majors, but consent of the department is required. B.S. with a Major in Mathematics Degree Requirements—B.S. with a Major in Mathematics To earn a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences degree from UIC, students must complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies.
LAS Course Requirements See Course Requirements in College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section for a list of courses to meet this requirement. Major Requirements
a MATH 180 also fulfills the LAS quantitative reasoning requirement. Electives
Recommended Plan of Study—B.S. with a Major in Mathematics Students who do not place into MATH 180 should expect to take summer session courses and possibly take longer than four years to graduate. The honors sections of MATH 180, 181 and 210 are recommended for math majors. Students who have taken AP exams in calculus or computer science need to see a departmental advisor for correct placement. To view a recommended plan of study for the B.S. with a major in Mathematics, please visit the LAS Web site http://www.uic.edu/las/college/info/fygp. Students from other disciplines who want to minor in mathematics must complete 21 semester hours distributed as follows:
B.S. in the Teaching of Mathematics Degree Requirements—B.S. in the Teaching of Mathematics To earn a Bachelor of Science in the Teaching of Mathematics degree from UIC, students must complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for additional degree requirements and college academic policies.
LAS Course Requirements See Course Requirements in College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section for a list of courses to meet this requirement. Major Requirements
a MATH 180 fulfills the LAS quantitative reasoning requirement. Additional Requirements for Teacher Certification
Electives
Students in the Teacher Education in Mathematics curriculum must have a GPA of at least 2.50/4.00 in all mathematics courses (MATH, MCS, MTHT, or STAT) beginning with all calculus (excluding MTHT 400 and 401) to be recommended for student teaching (MTHT 438 and 439). The candidate must also maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50/4.00 and a minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00 in education courses. The teaching certificate is not automatically awarded upon successful completion of certification and degree requirements. Before the certificate is issued, the candidate must file an application for the Illinois teaching certificate with the Council on Teacher Education. The candidate must also pass a series of examinations required by the Illinois State Board of Education. The Basic Skills Test must be passed prior to applying for candidacy with the Council on Teacher Education. The Content Area Test must be passed before the candidate is allowed to student teach. The Assessment of Professional Teaching must be passed prior to certification. For information on application procedures, contact the Council on Teacher Education located in 3015 EPASW. See Council on Teacher Education and Secondary Education Program in the College of Education section of the catalog. For detailed information concerning degree and state teacher certification requirements, see the Program Guide for Teacher Education in Mathematics, available from the secondary education coordinator of the Office of Mathematics and Computer Education. Recommended Plan of Study—B.S. in the Teaching of Mathematics To view a recommended plan of study for the Bachelor of Science in the Teaching of Mathematics, please visit the LAS Web site at www.uic.edu/las/college/info/fygp. B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science The B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science curriculum is designed for students who seek careers in systems and/or mathematical programming. Students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science. Students in this curriculum who plan to continue into graduate studies are urged to include among their courses as many 300- and 400-level courses as possible. Degree Requirements—B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science To earn a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science degree from UIC, students must complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies.
Requirements for the Curriculum The Requirements for the Curriculum include courses necessary to complete the Course Requirements described in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section.
a Five hours outside of MCS or PHYS, if taking PHYS 141/142; or 3 hours outside of MCS or CHEM, if taking
CHEM 112/114 or CHEM 116/118; or 3 hours outside of MCS or BIOS, if taking BIOS 100/101. Recommended Plan of Study—B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science A recommended basic sequence of courses is listed below. Students who do not place into MATH 180 should expect to take summer session courses and possibly take longer than four years to graduate. Students who have taken AP exams in calculus or computer science need to see a departmental advisor for correct placement.
Elective Course Suggestions for MCS Majors It is strongly recommended that the mathematics or mathematical computer science electives include one complete cluster from the following:
Minor in Mathematics and Computer Science Students from other disciplines who want to minor in mathematics and computer science must complete 19–21 semester hours distributed as follows:
For consideration, the student must have a minimum of a 3.50/4.00 GPA in upper-division courses in the department. The department may award high and highest distinction in recognition of outstanding academic achievement. |
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