2009-2010 University Catalog 
  
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2009-2010 University Catalog

Computational and Data Sciences, BS

Banner Code:  SC-BS-CDS

The BS degree in computational and data sciences represents a new direction for integrated science at Mason based on the combination of applied mathematics, real-world computer science skills, data acquisition and analysis, and scientific modeling. Graduates of the BS program in computational and data sciences will possess the mathematical, scientific, and computational skills necessary to participate effectively as members of the interdisciplinary scientific simulation and analysis groups that are becoming more and more common in the public and the private sectors, particularly in Northern Virginia. Graduates will also be qualified to pursue graduate education in the sciences. Any student who meets the university’s general eligibility requirements may apply to the BS degree in Computational and Data Sciences Program. 

Students must fulfill all requirements for bachelor’s degrees  including university general education requirements . In addition, students must complete a total of 18 credits in computational and data sciences core courses, 15 credits in computer science, 23 credits in mathematics, 6 credits in statistics, 21 to 25 credits in a science concentration, and 3 to 9 credits in computational and data sciences electives with a minimum GPA of 2.00. (Through the course -work below, computational and data sciences majors satisfy the university-wide requirements in natural science and quantitative reasoning.)

Degree Requirements

Six courses from the computational and data sciences core (18 credits):

Six required computer science courses (15 credits):

Seven required mathematics courses (23 credits):

Two required statistics courses (6 credits):

Science concentration (21–25 credits)

Computational and data sciences electives (3–9 credits)

Concentrations

In meeting the above requirements, students choose a concentration in physics, chemistry, or biology. The courses required for each concentration are listed below. Students should plan a program of study in consultation with their advisor as appropriate for their selected concentration.

▲ Concentration in Biology (BIOL)

This concentration is appropriate for students who wish to pursue a career or graduate education that applies computational techniques to the simulation of biological processes and systems. To complete this concentration, students should take the following courses:

▲ Concentration in Chemistry (CHEM)

This concentration is intended for students who wish to pursue a career or graduate education that applies computers to the simulation of chemical processes and systems. To complete this concentration, students should take the following courses:

plus either:

▲ Concentration in Physics (PHYS)

This concentration is designed for students who wish to pursue a career or graduate education that applies computational techniques to the simulation of physical problems. To complete this concentration, students should take the following courses:

and three of: