Mathematics and Computer Technology

Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with a major in Mathematics and Computer Technology

(120 credit hours) Requirements are subject to change.

Springfield College’s mathematics and computer technology major provides students with a basic program of study in mathematics, computer science, and computer graphics that will prepare students for entry-level positions that require skills in those areas. Mathematics and computer technology majors may also opt to seek licensure as an elementary teacher (grades 1–6).

Students enrolled in the major are required to complete a core curriculum consisting of computer science, computer graphics, and mathematics courses plus one of three concentrations: computer science, mathematics, or mathematics and computer technology learning applications. Students are encouraged to pursue a cooperative education assignment in a local business or industry in order to gain “real-world” experience.

For more information about the mathematics and computer technology major, contact Dr. Peter Polito, chairperson of the Mathematics/Physics/Computer Science Department, at (413) 748-3313 or the Admissions Office at (800) 343-1257.

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II. Major Requirements

A. Core Requirements

CISC 103 - Studio in Computer Graphics Credits: 3
CISC 105 - Introduction to Computer Concepts Credits: 3
CISC 115 - Microcomputer Applications Credits: 3
CISC 202 - Computer Animation Credits: 3
CISC 335 - Literacy, Hypermedia, and Modern Communication Credits: 3
MATH 140 - Calculus I Credits: 3
(Note: Students who have a deficiency in their mathematics preparation may be required to take MATH 115 - College Algebra, and/or MATH 125 - Precalculus, before taking MATH 140 - Calculus I.)
MATH 142 - Calculus II Credits: 3
MATH 205 - Geometry Credits: 3
MATH 215 - Probability and Statistics Credits: 3
MATH 235 - Discrete Mathematics I Credits: 3

B. Concentration Requirements

Select one of the following concentrations:

1. Computer Science

CISC 175 - Introduction to Computer Science with C++ and Java Credits: 3
CISC 235 - Computer Logic Design Credits: 3
CISC 255 - Data Communications and Distributed Processing Credits: 3
CISC 482 - Computer Systems Seminar Credits: 3

In addition, select three of the following courses:
CISC 275 - Data Structures Using C++ Credits: 3
CISC 280 - Object-Oriented Programming with Java Credits: 3
CISC 315 - Database Development and Management Credits: 3
CISC 375 - Computer Architecture Credits: 3
CISC 410 - Fundamentals of Operating Systems Credits: 3

2. Mathematics

MATH 220 - Calculus III Credits: 3
MATH 305 - Elementary Differential Equations Credits: 3
MATH 310 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MATH 335 - Discrete Mathematics II Credits: 3
MATH 382 - Mathematics Seminar Credits: 3
MATH 405 - Mathematical Analysis Credits: 3
MATH 415 - Abstract Algebra Credits: 3

3. Mathematics and Computer Technology Learning Applications

Students who follow this concentration typically seek elementary education licensure and must also complete the Arts and Sciences requirements and Elementary Teacher Professional Preparation requirements in order to satisfy the requirements for licensure as an elementary teacher (grades 1-6).

EDUC 100 - Introduction to Education Credits: 2
EDUC 162 - Introduction to Special Education Credits: 3
EDUC 237 - Foundations of Multicultural Education Credits: 3
EDUC 305 - Teaching Social Studies through the MA Curriculum Frameworks Credits: 2
MATH 101 - Mathematics for Early Childhood and Elementary Education Credits: 3

III. Electives (to complete a minimum of 120 credits)

Advanced Standing and Program Standards

In order to continue in the mathematics and computer technology major, students must qualify for advanced standing during the spring semester of their sophomore year, prior to registration for junior-level classes. (Students seeking elementary licensure must also meet certain requirements to be accepted into the teacher preparation program. In some cases, those requirements are higher than the standards listed below.) In order to qualify for advanced standing, all mathematics and computer technology majors must:

Achieve at least a 2.500 cumulative GPA.
Achieve at least a 2.500 GPA in their program requirements.
Complete all program requirements with a grade of C- or better. Courses in which unsatisfactory grades were received must be repeated.
Be making satisfactory progress toward the completion of
their program of study, as determined by the academic advisor
and the department.
Have completed or be in the process of completing any program requirements in which an incomplete was received.

(Incomplete grades in program requirements must be completed by the end of the semester following the receipt of the incomplete, unless an extended deadline has been negotiated.) Students who do not meet these minimum standards are placed on departmental probationary status for a period of not more than one year. A student will be removed from departmental probationary status if and only if the minimum standards for advanced standing have been met. A student who is unable to meet the minimum standards during the probationary period will be subject to being dropped from the major. Once achieved, advanced standing must be maintained in order to continue in the major and complete the program.

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