Degree Requirements
2023 - 2024 Catalog
We have the following degrees:
- Earth and Environmental Geoscience major leading to BA degree
- Earth and Environmental Geoscience major leading to BS degree
Earth and Environmental Geoscience major leading to BA degree
A major in Earth and Environmental Geoscience leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree is recommended for students interested in careers outside of science, including business, law, or policy, and requires 36 credits as follows:
- One course chosen from GEOL 100, 101, or 102.
- In total, at least 21 credits in Earth and Environmental Geoscience at the 200 or 300 level. Of those, at least 3 credits at the 300 level are required.
- Additional credits chosen from Earth and Environmental Geoscience; Engineering; Mathematics; BIOL 105 or higher; CHEM 110; CHEM 165 or higher; CSCI 111 or higher; INTR 202; PHYS 111 or higher.
- All Geology courses above must be distributed as follows. (Courses may be used to meet more than one requirement in this category.)
- Field skills: at least one course chosen from GEOL 230, 231, 275
- Solid earth: at least one course chosen from GEOL 211, 250, 275, 360
- Hydrosphere/biosphere/atmosphere: at least one course chosen from GEOL 141, 205, 311
- Surface processes: at least one course chosen from GEOL 240, 247, 330
- At least two lab courses chosen from GEOL 211, 240, 247, 250, 311, 330, 335
- One course chosen from:
- In total, at least 21 credits in Earth and Environmental Geoscience at the 200 or 300 level. Of those, at least 3 credits from Geology at the 300 level are required.
- Additional courses chosen from:
- Geology
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- BIOL 105 or higher
- CHEM 110; CHEM 165 or higher
- CSCI 111 or higher
- INTR 202
- PHYS 111 or higher
- All Earth and Environmental Geoscience courses above must be distributed as follows:
- Field skills:
at least one course chosen from:
- Solid earth:
at least one course chosen from:
- Hydrosphere/biosphere/atmosphere:
at least one course chosen from:
- Surface processes:
at least one course chosen from:
- At least two lab courses chosen from:
(Courses may be used to meet more than one requirement in this category.)
Earth and Environmental Geoscience major leading to BS degree
A major in Earth and Environmental Geoscience leading to a Bachelor of Science degree is recommended for students pursuing graduate school or employment in geology and consists of at least 53 credits as follows.
- One course chosen from GEOL 100, 101, or 102
- CHEM 110, MATH 101, PHYS 111
- At least 8 additional credits chosen from BIOL 111/113; BIOL 210 or higher; CHEM 165; CHEM 211 or higher; PHYS 112; PHYS 202 or higher
- One course chosen from CSCI 121, GEOL 260, INTR 202, or MATH 102 or higher
- At least 24 credits in Earth and Environmental Geoscience at the 200 or 300 level and at least 7 credits at the 300 level, distributed as follows. (Courses may be used to meet more than one requirement in this category.)
- Field skills: one course chosen from GEOL 230, 231, 275
- Solid earth: one course chosen from GEOL 211, 250, 275, 360
- Hydrosphere/biosphere/atmosphere: one course chosen from GEOL 141, 205, 311
- Surface processes: one course chosen from GEOL 240, 247, 330
- Two lab courses chosen from GEOL 211, 240, 247, 250
- One lab course chosen from GEOL 311, 330, 335
- Additional credits chosen from Earth and Environmental Geoscience; Engineering; Mathematics; BIOL 111/113; BIOL 140: BIOL 210 or higher; CHEM 106; CHEM 156; CHEM 165 or higher; CSCI 112 or higher; PHYS 150 or higher
- A comprehensive examination in Earth and Environmental Geoscience.
- One course chosen from:
- Additional required courses:
- CHEM 110 - General Chemistry
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 This is a foundational course for those pursuing upper-level chemistry and biochemistry. Fundamental vocabulary, concepts, and principles that appear throughout the chemistry and biochemistry curriculum are introduced. Topics include basic chemistry calculations, quantum mechanics in chemistry, molecular structure, chemical thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. In addition, a range of spectroscopic methods including UV-Vis, Atomic Absorption, and XRF are employed in the laboratory.
- MATH 101 - Calculus I
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 3 An introduction to the calculus of functions of one variable, including a study of limits, derivatives, extrema, integrals, and the fundamental theorem. Sections meet either 3 or 4 days a week, with material in the latter presented at a more casual pace.
- PHYS 111 - General Physics I
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 An introduction to classical mechanics. Topics include kinematics, Newton's laws, solids, fluids, and wave motion.
- At least 8 additional credits chosen from:
- BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory An intensive investigation of scientific thought and communication applied to topics that vary among sections and terms. Specific subjects, chosen from within the scope of modern biological investigation according to the expertise of individual instructors, are examined in the context of major concepts such as evolution, regulation, growth, and metabolism.
- BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 1 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 111. Students are trained in basic techniques of biological research by demonstrations and investigatory exercises, including data analysis and scientific communication.
- BIOL 210 - Human Parasitology
or higher
Credits 3 Prerequisite BIOL 111 and BIOL 113 A survey of the phenomenon of animal parasitism, including discussion of the chief distinguishing structures, life cycles, and functions of major pathogenic parasites infecting humans and other animals.
- CHEM 211 - Analytical Chemistry
or higher
Credits 4 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and at least sophomore class standing Emphasis on inorganic systems exhibiting aqueous solution equilibria. Topics covered include acid/base reactions, redox reactions, complexation, precipitation reactions, and solution equilibrium. Laboratory work emphasizes basic wet-chemical as well as more sophisticated instrumental techniques of chemical quantitative analysis with appropriate statistical methods of data handling.
- PHYS 112 - General Physics II
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 Prerequisite PHYS 111 A continuation of PHYS 111. Topics include thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and optics.
- PHYS 202 - Relativity
or higher
Credits 3 Prerequisite PHYS 112 An examination of the special theory of relativity. Emphasis is placed on kinematic effects of the theory, conservation of momentum, conservation of energy, and electromagnetic implications of the theory. A brief introduction to general relativity is entertained.
- One course chosen from:
- CSCI 121 - Scientific Computing
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 4 An introduction to computer programming for scientific applications and a survey of the main methodological areas of scientific computation. The course provides the tools needed for students to use computers effectively in scientific work, whether in physics, chemistry, mathematics, economics, biology, psychology, or any field involving quantitative work. Programming in Matlab, a scientific-computing software package, with a focus on topics relevant to students' major fields of study. Lectures and formal labs.
- INTR 202 - Applied Statistics
Credits 3 An examination of the principal applications of statistics in accounting, business, economics, and politics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis.
- MATH 102 - Calculus II
or higher
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 101 with a grade of C or greater or MATH 102 placement A continuation of MATH 101, including techniques and applications of integration, transcendental functions, and infinite series.
- At least 24 credits in Earth and Environmental Geoscience at the 200 or 300 level and at least 7 credits at the 300 level, distributed as follows.
- Field skills:
one course chosen from:
- Solid earth:
one course chosen from:
- Hydrosphere/biosphere/atmosphere:
one course chosen from:
- Surface processes:
one course chosen from:
- Two lab courses chosen from:
- One lab course chosen from:
- Additional credits chosen from:
Engineering
Geology
Mathematics
- BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory An intensive investigation of scientific thought and communication applied to topics that vary among sections and terms. Specific subjects, chosen from within the scope of modern biological investigation according to the expertise of individual instructors, are examined in the context of major concepts such as evolution, regulation, growth, and metabolism.
- BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 1 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 111. Students are trained in basic techniques of biological research by demonstrations and investigatory exercises, including data analysis and scientific communication.
- BIOL 210 - Human Parasitology
or higher
Credits 3 Prerequisite BIOL 111 and BIOL 113 A survey of the phenomenon of animal parasitism, including discussion of the chief distinguishing structures, life cycles, and functions of major pathogenic parasites infecting humans and other animals.
- CHEM 106 - Disorder and Chaos
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 An interdisciplinary introduction to the concepts underlying nonlinear dynamics and fractal geometry emphasizing the theories of chaos and complexity. Students study mathematical and computer modeling of physical and social systems and interpret the results of these models using graphical methods and written descriptions. Methods and concepts from calculus are demonstrated but no mathematics beyond high-school algebra is assumed. The laboratory component consists of a series of projects from diverse areas of the natural sciences, including pendulum motion, oscillating chemical reactions, and natural growth patterns.
- CHEM 156 - Science in Art
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite instructor consent This course develops students' fundamental understanding of certain physical, chemical, biological, and geological concepts and utilizes that vocabulary and knowledge to discuss 17th-century Dutch art. The emphasis is on key aspects of optics, light, and chemical bonding needed to understand how a painting works and how art conservators analyze paintings in terms of conservation and authenticity, using techniques such as X-ray radiography, X-ray powder diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, Raman microscopy, infrared spectroscopy, infrared microscopy, infrared reflectography, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, UV-vis spectroscopy, UV photography, and laser ablation methods. When possible, the course develops modern notions of science with those of the 17th century in order to see how 17th-century science influenced 17th-century art.
- CSCI 112 - Fundamentals of Programming II
or higher
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 4 Prerequisite CSCI 111 A continuation of CSCI 111. Emphasis is on the use and implementation of data structures, introductory algorithm analysis, and object-oriented design and programming with Python.
- PHYS 150 - The Immense Journey: Harmonices Mundi
or higher
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 The classical astronomy of the solar system is traced by a study of Greek astronomy and the revolutionary ideas of Kepler and Newton. The apparent and real motions of the earth, moon, and planets are studied in detail, as well as special phenomena such as eclipses, tides, and objects such as comets and asteroids. Emphasis is on comprehension and application of principles rather than memorization of facts. The laboratory stresses the observational aspects of astronomy. Elementary geometry, algebra, and trigonometry are used in the course.
- A comprehensive examination in Earth and Environmental Geoscience.
(Courses may be used to meet more than one requirement in this category.)
Integrated Engineering major leading to BS degree
A major in integrated engineering leading to a Bachelor of Science degree requires completion of at least 65 credits including the following. This major may not be combined with the major in engineering nor with a major in the respective department associated with the science track that a student selects for the IE major.
- PHYS 111, 112; MATH 101, 102, 221, 332; ENGN 178, 203, 204, 207 (PHYS 207), 225 (PHYS 225), 378, 379
- One lecture/lab sequence chosen from ENGN 301+351 or 311+361
- One course chosen from: ENGN 208, 240, 260, 267, 295, 301+351, 311+361, 312, 330, 395
- Four courses in a single science subject in one of the following tracks:
- BIOL 111+113 and three BIOL courses 200 level or above
- CHEM 110, 241, 242, and 261
- CSCI 111, 112, and two CSCI courses 200 level or above
- GEOL 100, 101, or 102 and three GEOL courses 200 level or above
- Required courses
- PHYS 111 - General Physics I
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 An introduction to classical mechanics. Topics include kinematics, Newton's laws, solids, fluids, and wave motion.
- PHYS 112 - General Physics II
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 Prerequisite PHYS 111 A continuation of PHYS 111. Topics include thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and optics.
- MATH 101 - Calculus I
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 3 An introduction to the calculus of functions of one variable, including a study of limits, derivatives, extrema, integrals, and the fundamental theorem. Sections meet either 3 or 4 days a week, with material in the latter presented at a more casual pace.
- MATH 102 - Calculus II
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 101 with a grade of C or greater or MATH 102 placement A continuation of MATH 101, including techniques and applications of integration, transcendental functions, and infinite series.
- MATH 221 - Multivariable Calculus
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 102 with a grade of C or greater, MATH 222, or MATH 225 Motion in three dimensions, parametric curves, differential calculus of multivariable functions, multiple integrals, line integrals, and Green's Theorem.
- MATH 332 - Ordinary Differential Equations
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 221 with a grade of C or greater First and second order differential equations, systems of differential equations, and applications. Techniques employed are analytic, qualitative, and numerical.
- ENGN 178 - Introduction to Engineering
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 4 This course introduces students to basic skills useful to engineers, the engineering design process, and the engineering profession. Students learn various topics of engineering, including engineering disciplines, the role of an engineer in the engineering design process, and engineering ethics. Skills learned in this course include programming and the preparation of engineering drawings. Programming skills are developed using flowcharting and MATLAB. Autodesk Inventor is used to create three-dimensional solid models and engineering drawings. The course culminates in a collaborative design project, allowing students to use their new skills
- ENGN 203 - Mechanics I: Statics
Credits 3 Prerequisite PHYS 111 with a grade of C or greater The science of mechanics is used to study bodies in equilibrium under the action of external forces. Emphasis is on problem solving: trusses, frames and machines, centroids, area moments of inertia, beams, cables, and friction.
- ENGN 204 - Mechanics II: Dynamics
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 203 with a grade of C or greater A study of kinetics of particles and rigid bodies including force, mass, acceleration, work, energy, and momentum.
- ENGN 207 - Electrical Circuits
(PHYS 207)
Credits 4 Prerequisite PHYS 112 with a grade of C or greater Same as PHYS 207. A detailed study of electrical circuits and the methods used in their analysis. Basic circuit components, as well as devices such as operational amplifiers, are investigated. The laboratory acquaints the student both with fundamental electronic diagnostic equipment and with the design and behavior of useful circuits.
- ENGN 225 - Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering
(PHYS 225)
Credits 3 Prerequisite PHYS 112 and MATH 221 Same as PHYS 225. Study of a collection of mathematical techniques particularly useful in upper-level courses in physics and engineering: vector differential operators such as gradient, divergence, and curl; functions of complex variables; Fourier analysis; orthogonal functions; matrix algebra and the matrix eigenvalue problem; ordinary and partial differential equations.
- ENGN 378 - Capstone Design
Credits 4 Prerequisite ENGN 178, ENGN 204, ENGN 207, and ENGN 225; and ENGN 301 or ENGN 311; and ENGN 208, ENGN 240, ENGN 260, ENGN 267, ENGN 295, ENGN 301, ENGN 311, ENGN 312, ENGN 330, or ENGN 395. All courses with a grade of C or greater First term of the year-long capstone design project in which student teams solve open-ended engineering problems by integrating and synthesizing engineering design and analysis learned in previous courses. Project topics vary year-to-year and are driven by student interest. The fall term is dedicated to the design and planning phases. This includes project topic selection; comprehensive study of necessary background material; and identification of design objectives, conceptual models, and materials and equipment needed.
- ENGN 379 - Capstone Design
Credits 4 Prerequisite ENGN 378 with a grade of C or greater Second term of the year-long capstone design project in which student teams solve open-ended engineering problems by integrating and synthesizing engineering design and analysis learned in previous courses. Project topics vary year-to-year and are driven by student interest. The winter term is dedicated to implementation -- building, testing, analyzing, and revising the design, culminating with a public presentation and proof-of-concept demonstration.
- One lecture/lab sequence chosen from:
- ENGN 301 - Solid Mechanics
+
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 203 with a grade of C or greater Corequisite ENGN 351 - Solid Mechanics Laboratory Internal equilibrium of members; introduction to mechanics of continuous media; concepts of stress, material properties, principal moments of inertia; deformation caused by axial loads, shear, torsion, bending and combined loading.
- ENGN 351 - Solid Mechanics Laboratory
Credits 1 Corequisite ENGN 301 - Solid Mechanics Experimental observation and correlation with theoretical predictions of elastic behavior of structures under static loading; statically determinate loading of beams; tension of metals; compression of mortar; torsion; and computer models for stress analysis.
or
- ENGN 311 - Fluid Mechanics
+
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 225 and MATH 332; and either ENGN 204 or PHYS 230. All with a grade of C or greater Corequisite ENGN 361 - Fluid Mechanics Laboratory Fluid statics; application of the integral mass, momentum, and energy equations using control volume concepts; introduction to viscous flow, boundary layer theory, and differential analysis.
- ENGN 361 - Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
Credits 1 Corequisite ENGN 311 - Fluid Mechanics Experimental investigation of fluid mechanics under static and dynamic conditions. Correlation of experimental results with theoretical models of fluid behavior. Experiments examine concepts such as hydrostatic force, fluid kinematics, kinetics, and energy.
- One course from:
- ENGN 208 - Electronics
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 207 or PHYS 207 with a grade of C or greater in either Same as PHYS 208. An introduction to digital electronics emphasizing design, construction, and measurement of electronics systems. The first half of the course focuses on foundational concepts including: transistor/semiconductor technology, digital logic gates, RAM and Flash memory, Analog-to-Digital and Digital-to-Analog converters, digital communication protocols (SPI and I2C), wireless devices, and microcontroller operation. The second half of the course is project-based: student teams develop an electronics system that solves a real world problem.
- ENGN 240 - Thermodynamics
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 221 and PHYS 112 with a grade of C or greater Same as PHYS 240. A study of the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties of matter, and applications to engineering processes.
- ENGN 260 - Materials Science and Engineering
Credits 3 Prerequisite PHYS 111 with a grade of C or greater Same as PHYS 260. An introduction to solid state materials. A study of the relation between microstructure and the corresponding physical properties for metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites.
- ENGN 267 - Bioengineering and Bioinspired Design
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite PHYS 112 Same as BIOL 267. Interdisciplinary study of the physical principles of animal navigation and sensory mechanisms. This course integrates biology, physics, engineering, and quantitative methods to study how an animal's physiology is optimized to perform a critical function, as well as how these biological systems inspire new technologies. Topics include: long-distance navigation; locomotion; optical, thermal, and auditory sensing; bioelectricity; biomaterials; and swarm synchronicity. Some examples of questions addressed are: How does a loggerhead turtle navigate during a 9,000 mile open-ocean swim to return to the beach where it was born? How does a blowfly hover and outmaneuver an F-16? How is the mantis shrimp eye guiding the next revolution in DVD technology? This course is intended for students interested in working on problems at the boundary of biology and physics/engineering, and is appropriate for those who have more experience in one field than the other. Lectures, reading and discussion of research literature, and hands-on investigation/field-work, where appropriate.
- ENGN 295 - Intermediate Special Topics in Engineering
Credits 3-4 Intermediate work in bioengineering, solid mechanics, fluid mechanics or materials science.
- ENGN 301 - Solid Mechanics
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 203 with a grade of C or greater Corequisite ENGN 351 - Solid Mechanics Laboratory Internal equilibrium of members; introduction to mechanics of continuous media; concepts of stress, material properties, principal moments of inertia; deformation caused by axial loads, shear, torsion, bending and combined loading.
with
- ENGN 351 - Solid Mechanics Laboratory
Credits 1 Corequisite ENGN 301 - Solid Mechanics Experimental observation and correlation with theoretical predictions of elastic behavior of structures under static loading; statically determinate loading of beams; tension of metals; compression of mortar; torsion; and computer models for stress analysis.
- ENGN 311 - Fluid Mechanics
Credits 3 Prerequisite ENGN 225 and MATH 332; and either ENGN 204 or PHYS 230. All with a grade of C or greater Corequisite ENGN 361 - Fluid Mechanics Laboratory Fluid statics; application of the integral mass, momentum, and energy equations using control volume concepts; introduction to viscous flow, boundary layer theory, and differential analysis.
with
- ENGN 361 - Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
Credits 1 Corequisite ENGN 311 - Fluid Mechanics Experimental investigation of fluid mechanics under static and dynamic conditions. Correlation of experimental results with theoretical models of fluid behavior. Experiments examine concepts such as hydrostatic force, fluid kinematics, kinetics, and energy.
- ENGN 312 - Heat Transfer
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 332; and ENGN 311 with a grade of C or greater Principles of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation. Topics include transient and steady state analysis, boiling, condensation, and heat exchanger analysis. Application of these principles to selected problems in engineering.
- ENGN 330 - Mechanical Vibrations
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 332 and either ENGN 204 or PHYS 230 with a grade of C or greater Analysis of lumped parameter and continuous systems (free and forced, damped and undamped, single- and multi-degree-of-freedom); transient response to shock pulses; simple linear systems; exact and approximate solution techniques; and solution to continuous systems using partial differential equations.
- ENGN 395 - Special Topics in Engineering
Credits 3 Advanced work in solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, or materials science, or additional upper-level engineering topics. Topics selected based on student interest.
- Four courses in a single science subject in one of the following tracks:
- Biology
- BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory An intensive investigation of scientific thought and communication applied to topics that vary among sections and terms. Specific subjects, chosen from within the scope of modern biological investigation according to the expertise of individual instructors, are examined in the context of major concepts such as evolution, regulation, growth, and metabolism.
with
- BIOL 113 - Biology Laboratory
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 1 Prerequisite CHEM 110 and first year standing. Upper division students must request an eligibility override Corequisite BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology A laboratory course to accompany BIOL 111. Students are trained in basic techniques of biological research by demonstrations and investigatory exercises, including data analysis and scientific communication.
and
three BIOL courses 200 level or above
- BIOL 111 - Fundamentals of Biology
- Chemistry
- CHEM 110 - General Chemistry
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 This is a foundational course for those pursuing upper-level chemistry and biochemistry. Fundamental vocabulary, concepts, and principles that appear throughout the chemistry and biochemistry curriculum are introduced. Topics include basic chemistry calculations, quantum mechanics in chemistry, molecular structure, chemical thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. In addition, a range of spectroscopic methods including UV-Vis, Atomic Absorption, and XRF are employed in the laboratory.
- CHEM 241 - Organic Chemistry I
Credits 4 Prerequisite CHEM 110 with a grade of C+ or greater A survey of the compounds of carbon including their structure, chemical and physical properties, reactivity, reaction mechanisms, identification, and synthesis. Laboratory focuses on the development of skills in preparing, purifying, and identifying organic compounds using spectroscopic methods.
- CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry II
Credits 4 Prerequisite CHEM 241 A continuation of CHEM 241.
- CHEM 261 - Physical Chemistry: Quantum & Computational Chemistry
Credits 3 Prerequisite CHEM 110, MATH 102, and at least junior class standing An introduction to quantum mechanics as it applies to atomic and molecular systems. The emphasis is placed on spectroscopic methods and the modern picture of chemical bonding and molecular structure and computational methods.
- CHEM 110 - General Chemistry
- Computer Science
- CSCI 111 - Fundamentals of Programming I
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 4 A disciplined approach to programming with Python. Emphasis is on problem-solving methods, algorithm development, and object-oriented concepts. Lectures and formal laboratories.
- CSCI 112 - Fundamentals of Programming II
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 4 Prerequisite CSCI 111 A continuation of CSCI 111. Emphasis is on the use and implementation of data structures, introductory algorithm analysis, and object-oriented design and programming with Python.
and
two CSCI courses 200 level or above
- CSCI 111 - Fundamentals of Programming I
- Earth and Environmental Geoscience
.
Mathematics major leading to BS degree
A major in mathematics leading to a Bachelor of Science degree requires the completion of at least 51 credits as follows:
- MATH 221, 222, 225, 311, 321, 343
- One course chosen from MATH 391, 392, and 393
- PHYS 111 and 112
- CSCI 111 or 121
- 12 additional credits selected from mathematics courses numbered above 300
- Six additional credits selected from courses in biology, chemistry, computer science, earth and environmental geoscience, engineering, mathematics (numbered 200 and above), and physics, except courses excluded from degree programs in those subjects.
Additional courses required as prerequisites for completion of the above include MATH 101 and 102 or their equivalents.
- Required courses:
- MATH 221 - Multivariable Calculus
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 102 with a grade of C or greater, MATH 222, or MATH 225 Motion in three dimensions, parametric curves, differential calculus of multivariable functions, multiple integrals, line integrals, and Green's Theorem.
- MATH 222 - Linear Algebra
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 102 with a grade of C or greater, MATH 221, or MATH 225 Linear algebra is the backbone of much of mathematics. Students in this course learn to identify and explain the basic principles, terminology, and theories used in linear algebra, and apply quantitative and/or qualitative reasoning skills to solve problems posed in linear algebra, primarily through applications of to both mathematics and the sciences, and also by writing proofs In mathematics.
- MATH 225 - Bridges to Advanced Math
FDR SC Science, Math, CS Distribution Credits 3 Prerequisite Math 221 or 222 or instructor consent The course explores various important mathematical constructions and ideas, with a particular emphasis on mathematical inquiry and reasoning. Topics include: sets, functions, equivalence relations, modular arithmetic, and basic properties of the integers, real numbers, and complex numbers.
- MATH 311 - Real Analysis
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 221 and either MATH 225 or MATH 301 A systematic study of concepts basic to calculus, such as topology of the real numbers, limits, differentiation, integration, sequences and series. Additional topics vary by instructor.
- MATH 321 - Abstract Algebra
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 222 and either MATH 225 or MATH 301 An introduction to basic algebraic structures common throughout mathematics. These include rings, fields, groups, homomorphisms and quotient structures. Additional topics vary by instructor.
- MATH 343 - Geometry
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 221, MATH 222, and one from MATH 201, MATH 225, or MATH 301 This course is an introduction to geometric techniques through study of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries and their transformations. Additional topics vary by instructor.
- One course chosen from:
- MATH 391 - Topics in Analysis
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 311 Topics vary but can include complex analysis, topology, differential equations, differential topology, numerical analysis, functional analysis, measure theory, fractal geometry, Lebesgue integration and Fourier analysis, harmonic analysis, and analytic number theory.
- MATH 392 - Topics in Abstract Algebra
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 321 Topics vary but can include field and Galois theory, geometric and combinatorial group theory, representation theory, number theory, algebraic number theory, commutative algebra, algebraic geometry, arithmetic geometry, advanced linear algebra, algebraic coding theory and cryptography, algebraic topology, homological algebra, and graph theory.
- MATH 393 - Topics in Geometry and Topology
Credits 3 Prerequisite MATH 342 or MATH 343 Topics vary but can include knot theory, topology and geometry of surfaces, differential geometry, Riemann surfaces, 3-manifolds, tilings, geometric probability, geometry of spacetime, finite geometry, computational geometry, differential topology, and projective geometry.
- Take:
- PHYS 111 - General Physics I
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 An introduction to classical mechanics. Topics include kinematics, Newton's laws, solids, fluids, and wave motion.
- PHYS 112 - General Physics II
FDR SL Lab Science Distribution Credits 4 Prerequisite PHYS 111 A continuation of PHYS 111. Topics include thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and optics.
- Take one of the following courses:
- CSCI 111 - Fundamentals of Programming I
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 4 A disciplined approach to programming with Python. Emphasis is on problem-solving methods, algorithm development, and object-oriented concepts. Lectures and formal laboratories.
- CSCI 121 - Scientific Computing
FDR FM Math and Computer Science Foundation Credits 4 An introduction to computer programming for scientific applications and a survey of the main methodological areas of scientific computation. The course provides the tools needed for students to use computers effectively in scientific work, whether in physics, chemistry, mathematics, economics, biology, psychology, or any field involving quantitative work. Programming in Matlab, a scientific-computing software package, with a focus on topics relevant to students' major fields of study. Lectures and formal labs.
- 12 additional credits selected from mathematics courses numbered above 300
- Six additional credits selected from courses in
biology, chemistry, computer science, earth and environmental geoscience, engineering, mathematics (numbered 200 and above), and physics, except courses excluded from degree programs in those subjects.