Concordia College

Requirements for a Major or Minor in Math or Computer Science

Programs offered:
• Programs in Mathematics
− Major in Mathematics (10.0 course credits)
− Minor in Mathematics (5.0 course credits)
− Mathematics Education major with a teaching license, grades 5-12 (10.5 course credits plus 8.0 course credits in education)
− Mathematics Area of Specialization for Elementary Education majors, grades K-8 (see education)
(5.0 course credits)
• Programs in Computer Science
− Major in Computer Science (11.0 course credits)
− Major in Computer Science with Management Information Systems emphasis (see management information systems) (19.0 course credits)
− Minor in Computer Science (6.0 course credits)

Faculty
Douglas R. Anderson, chair
Daniel P. Biebighauser
Anders Hendrickson
Gerald A. Heuer, mathematician-in-residence
Ahmed M. Kamel
Jessie K. Lenarz
Jonathan M. Pikalek
John Reber
Daniel J. Thureen
William K. Tomhave
Xueqi Zeng
Bouchaib Falah

Mathematics
The math department provides learning experiences that prepare students to achieve the following outcomes:

• demonstrate an understanding of a wide variety of fundamental mathematical concepts and the nature of mathematical proof
• read mathematical literature and communicate mathematical ideas effectively both orally and in writing, using appropriate language, good notation, and sound mathematical reasoning
• apply mathematical knowledge from one branch of mathematics to another as well as to other disciplines
• use appropriate technology
• have good problem-solving skills, including the ability to formulate problems, solve them and interpret solutions
• understand the historical and cultural framework of mathematics and the relationship of mathematics to other sciences and to the needs of society in general
In addition, teaching majors will be able to:
• gather, analyze and interpret data in an unbiased manner
• demonstrate that they know and can apply the national and state standards for mathematics instruction

The mathematics department sponsors an honors program for exceptional students. For details, see the department chair.

A student’s initial placement in mathematics courses is determined on the basis of his or her high-school record. This list may be helpful:

• With one year algebra and one year geometry or less, the available mathematics options are MATH 97 — High School Algebra or MATH 105 — Exploring Mathematics.
• With algebra, geometry and higher algebra, options are MATH 105 — Exploring Mathematics, MATH 110 — Precalculus, MATH 203 — Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences or MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics.
• With algebra, geometry and higher algebra senior math, options are MATH 121 — Calculus I, MATH 203 — Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences or MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics.

Department Course Descriptions

Major in Mathematics

The requirements for a major in mathematics are 10.0 course credits:

• MATH 121 — Calculus I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 122 — Calculus II, 1.0 credit
• MATH 210 — Linear Algebra, 1.0 credit
• MATH 223 — Calculus III, 1.0 credit
• 4.0 course credits numbered 300 or above which must include MATH 402 — Mathematics Senior Seminar, 0.5 credit
• In addition to the Core exploration requirement of a 1.0 approved course credit in a laboratory science, either an additional 1.0 approved course credit in a laboratory science, or C SC 125 — Introduction to Computer Science, 1.0 credit. Students also majoring in computer science, economics, business, accounting, management, international business, or marketing may forego the second science requirement.

A maximum of 1.0 credit in Cooperative Education may be counted toward a major in mathematics.
Recommended courses for students interested in graduate school in mathematics include:

• MATH 325 — Modern Algebra I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 330 — Real Analysis I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 328 — Complex Analysis, 1.0 credit
• MATH 425 — Modern Algebra II, 0.5 credit
• MATH 430 — Real Analysis II, 0.5 credit

Minor in Mathematics
The requirements for a minor in mathematics are 5.0 course credits:

• MATH 121 — Calculus I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 122 — Calculus II, 1.0 credit
• MATH 210 — Linear Algebra, 1.0 credit
• 2.0 additional course credits numbered 200 or above to include at least one course numbered 300 or above. At most, 1.0 credit from MATH 250 — Pre-May Seminar or MATH 300 — May Seminar can be counted toward a minor in mathematics.

Mathematics Education Major with a Teaching License, grades 5-12
The requirements for a mathematics education major with a teaching license, grades 5-12, are 10.5 course credits plus 8.0 credits in education:

• MATH 121 — Calculus I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 122 — Calculus II, 1.0 credit
• MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics, 1.0 credit
• MATH 210 — Linear Algebra, 1.0 credit
• MATH 223 — Calculus III, 1.0 credit
• MATH 315 — Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 1.0 credit
• MATH 320 — Geometry, 1.0 credit
• MATH 325 — Modern Algebra I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 402 — Senior Seminar, 0.5 credit
• 1.0 additional course credit in mathematics, from courses numbered 300 or above
• 1.0 course credit in applied statistics chosen from the following:
– ECON 274 — Introduction to Business and Economic Statistics, 1.0 credit
– PSYC 230 — Statistics and Psychological Measurement, 1.0 credit
– SOC 228 — Research Methods and Statistics, 1.0 credit
• Successful completion of the secondary/K-12 curriculum requirements. The required methods of teaching course is EDUC 384 — Methods of Teaching in Mathematics, 1.0 credit.
A course in computer science is strongly recommended, such as C SC 104 — Software Applications or C SC 125 — Introduction to Computer Science.

Recommended supporting courses in mathematics for students with the following interests include:

Physical science:
• MATH 311 — Differential Equations, 1.0 credit
• MATH 312 — Applied Mathematics, 0.5 credit
• MATH 315 — Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 1.0 credit
• MATH 335 — Operations Management/Research, 1.0 credit
Social and behavioral science:
• MATH 203 — Mathematics for the Behavioral Sciences, 1.0 credit
• MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics, 1.0 credit
116 MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
• MATH 210 — Linear Algebra, 1.0 credit
• MATH 311 — Differential Equations, 1.0 credit
• MATH 315 — Probability and Mathematical Statistics, 1.0 credit
Elementary education:
• MATH 102 — Fundamental Concepts of Modern Mathematics, 1.0 credit
• MATH 121 — Calculus I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics, 1.0 credit
• MATH 215 — Introduction to Probability and Statistics, 0.5 credit
• MATH 220 — Introduction to Geometry Concepts, 0.5 credit

Computer Science
The computer science department provides learning experiences that prepare students to achieve the following outcomes:

• demonstrate mastery of fundamental skills basic to computer science
• apply effectively the systems life-cycle process of analysis, design, implementation and testing when solving real-world problems
• communicate effectively with others either inside or outside the discipline, both orally and in writing
• work effectively as part of a team on various software projects
• be a lifelong learner who pursues continued professional development by seeking out knowledge and experiences beyond the classroom
• recognize the ethical and social implications of computer use, including a commitment to the ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics

Major in Computer Science
The requirements for a major in computer science are 11.0 course credits:
• C SC 125 — Introduction to Computer Science, 1.0 credit
• C SC 225 — Fundamental Structures, 1.0 credit
• C SC 240 — Introduction to C/C++, 0.5 credit
• C SC 245 — Introduction to UNIX/LINUX, 0.5 credit
• C SC 320 — Computer Systems and Organization, 1.0 credit
• C SC 330 — Introduction to Database Management, 1.0 credit
• 3.0 additional computer science course credits numbered 300 or above

Required supporting courses:
• MATH 121 — Calculus I, 1.0 credit
• MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics, 1.0 credit
• 1.0 course credit in statistics chosen from:
− MATH 205 — Introduction to Statistics, 1.0 credit
− PSYC 230 — Statistics and Psychological Measurement, 1.0 credit
− ECON 274 — Introduction to Business and Economic Statistics, 1.0 credit

A maximum of 1.0 credit in Cooperative Education may be counted toward a major in computer science.
Major in Computer Science with Management Information Systems Emphasis
(see the management information systems pages of the catalog)

The requirements for a major in computer science with a management information systems emphasis are 11.0 course credits in the computer science major with an additional 8.0 course credits from business, accounting and economics. All courses required for the emphasis are listed on the management information systems pages of the catalog.

Minor in Computer Science
The requirements for a minor in computer science are 6.0 course credits:
• C SC 125 — Introduction to Computer Science, 1.0 credit
• C SC 225 — Fundamental Structures, 1.0 credit
• 3.0 additional computer science course credits, excluding C SC 104 — Software Applications. 2.0 of these 3.0 must be numbered 300 or above.
• MATH 207 — Discrete Mathematics