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74 Mathematics and Computer Science
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
BA: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEGREE PLAN (CONTINUED)
Computer Science Selections
CS selections (6 advanced hours) ................................................... ....................................... 6
TOTAL ........................................ ............. .. ........... 32
MATH 334 Linear Programming ......................... ..................... .......... 3
ACCT 210 Financial Accounting .............. ...................... ....................... ........... 3
ECON 261 Principles of M icroeconomics ................................................ 3
MGMT 330 Management and Organizational Behavior .......................................................... 3
ISQS 324 M anagement Inform ation ............................................................... 3
FIN 310 Financial M anagem ent .................................................................................................... 3
M inim um advanced ho urs.. ................ .................................... ......................................... 33
M in im u m tota l h o u rs ................................................................... .............................................. 128
Courses numbered 0** do not count in minimum hours required for degree.
Minor in Computer Science
A minor in computer science may be added to other degrees.
Some of the courses in this minor will have prerequisites.
MINOR: COMPUTER SCIENCE (CS)
CS 110 Computers and Society ........................................ 3
CS 120 Programming I: High Level ....................................... 3
CS 130 Program m ing II: Low Level ............................................... ......... ..........3
CS 332 Elementary Algorithms and Data Structures ........................... ..... 3
CS 374 Software Engineering ........................................ 3................ .....3
Choose one of:
CS 320 Introduction to Database Theory ......................... ............... 3
CS 474 Object-Oriented Design ........................................ ..... ..... .. ....... 3
T O TA L ..................................................... .. ........................... .... 1 8
Mathematics
Introduction
As the language in which nature speaks to us, mathematics has been a
vital ingredient in physics and chemistry and the intellectual fabrics of
a broad range of disciplines, increasing its impact on such diverse areas
as space science, management and the social sciences. More recently,
the fundamental role of mathematics has been recognized in biology
and medicine. Moreover, it has long been an essential component
of the school and college curriculum, especially for the preparation
of scientists and engineers. Mathematics is the foundation of our
technological society and is a growing, changing discipline with new
results constantly being discovered. The computer has extended the
reach and power of mathematics, making it even more crucial that
young people be solidly grounded in the subject. Mathematics is
a crucial component of our culture and a discipline essential to
the well-being of American science and technology, as well as to
economic strength, industrial competitiveness and national defense.
The department offers undergraduate programs in mathematics of
quality, scope, and flexibility.
The Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics has the flexibility to
permit a student to tailor the degree plan to fit individual needs.
Courses required for this degree expose one to a wide range of
mathematics and to thought patterns and problem solving skills
useful in all of life. This degree is excellent preparation for many
careers and has the flexibility to prepare one for graduate study in
mathematics, statistics, operations research, medicine, business, and
many other areas.
The Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics teaching is designed to
prepare high school mathematics teachers. There are several courses
in this degree which are specifically tailored to the needs of students
preparing to pass the Texas teacher certification examination in
mathematics at the high school level.
The Bachelor of Science in mathematics - concentration in actuarial
science - is designed specifically for students whose career goals
include the actuarial field.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics is a strong liberal arts
degree. The degree requires a minor, and it is suitable for anyonewanting a degree in mathematics while at the same time taking
several courses in a different discipline.
The department expects any graduate with a major in mathematics
to have the following abilities: (1) to analyze and solve problems
using techniques of undergraduate mathematics; (2) to undertake
independent study of literature in mathematics; (3) to communicate
in both oral and written form the results of mathematical problems
and/or investigations; and (4) to use technology in solving
mathematical problems.
ACU's elementary mathematics courses are planned so that students
who take precalculus or calculus start at a level suitable to their
preparation. Placement in these courses is based on results of the
COMPASS placement exam.
Credit by examination for calculus is available through national exams.
See "Credit by Examination" brochure available in the Testing Office.
Study Abroad Expectations
All students are encouraged to participate in ACU's Study Abroad
program. Classes offered at Study Abroad sites vary depending on
the site. Academic advisors can assist students in planning ahead for
their Study Abroad experience and should be consulted during the
freshman year.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Science: 4 semesters of HS science other than physical science, or >27 on ACT
science subscore.
Deficiency: 3 hours in field other than HS field.
Foreign Language: 4 semesters, one language, in HS.
Deficiency: 6 hours in one language.
OTHER NOTES
Entering students with fewer than 64 hours and all students planning to take their first
college math course must have appropriate SAT/ACT/COMPASS scores for placement.
Consult the current university catalog for information on the schedule of future course
offerings and prerequisites for course enrollment.
See catalog for dual major and dual degree requirements.
Exceptions must be approved on the appropriate exception or substitution form.
ELECTIVES
General electives (may include deficiency); may not include developmental courses
numbered 0**; arrange to ensure 233 advanced hours.
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS)
Admissions Requirements
Before being admitted to a program, a student must satisfy the
requirements listed in the SAT/ACT Placement section of this catalog.
MATHEMATICS (BS)
BS: MATHEMATICS DEGREE PLAN (MATH)
Bible
BIBL 101 Life and Teachings of Jesus ...................................... 3
BIBL 102 Acts-Revelation ........................................ 3
BIBL 211 Message of the Old Testament .................................................................... 3
BIBL 212 Christianity in Culture ............................................................................................. 3
A d van ced B ib le ............................................................. 3.............................................. . . . . . 3
English
ENGL 111 Com position and Rhetoric ........................................................................... 3
Lite ratu re ....................................................................................... 3............................ . . . . . . 3
COMS 111 Fundamentals of Communication ........................................................... 3
History 100-299 ........ ... .............................. ..... 3
Science
Courses in two fields: biology*, chemistry*, geology, physics*, AENV 130. NUTR 120
(may use courses for science majors) .....................................................................6
Mathematics
M ATH 127 Elem entary Discrete M ath ......................................................................... 3
EX SC 100 + 3 activities ........................................................... 4.............................................. 4
U N IV 100 U niversity Sem inar ............................................................................................... 1
TO TA L U N IV ER SITY C O R E .................................................. ....................................................... 41
*BIOL 112, CHEM 133 and PHYS 120 may fulfill requirements in the Supplement for Majors menu.
English
ENGL 112 Composition and Literature ...................................................................... 3
Social Sciences Humanities
Choose from: anthropology, economics (also AGRB 261), geography,
history, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology
(maximum one course per area) ........... .......... ................ 9
Fine Arts
Choose one: ART 101, MUSM 230, THEA 220 or THEA 250 .............................. 3
TO TA L B S C O R E ........................................................... ..................... 1 5
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