Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

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The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers, in conjunction with the Department of Middle Grades, Secondary, and Specialized Subjects, the following programs:

• Middle Grades Education 6-9, Mathematics Specialty Area, M.A.T.  
• Secondary Education 9-12, Mathematics Specialty Area, M.A.T.   
• Licensure in Middle Grades Education 6-9, Mathematics Concentration  
• Licensure in Secondary Education 9-12, Mathematics Specialty Area  

Please see the Department of Middle Grades, Secondary, and Specialized Subjects  section of this catalog for information on the above programs.

The department also offers a graduate certificate in data science. The certificate provides a unique and rigorous skills-driven curriculum for individuals interested in building careers in data science and/ or big data management. The program requires 12 credit hours.

Learning Outcomes

Data Science Graduate Certificate

• Apply methods for data collection, manipulation and integration.
• Develop in depth understanding of cutting edge technologies in data science: visualization, machine learning, data mining techniques, predictive modeling, and statistics.
• Gain experience in frontline data-science problems in a variety of fields - problem analysis and decision-making.
• Communicate and present effectively data analysis results, address ethical issues about intellectual property, data security, integrity, and privacy.

Programs

• Data Science Graduate Certificate

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