2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

Computational and Data Sciences Minor


Banner Code:  CDS

The minor in Computational and Data Sciences (CDS) provides an attractive option for students majoring in mathematics, science, or engineering who wish to augment their major degree program with additional courses in scientific computing. The combination of computer science, numerical methods, science, and CDS synthesis courses will significantly enhance the practical knowledge and computational skills of the students when compared with the major field alone. By absorbing the material in this curriculum, students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and techniques commonly used across scientific disciplines, which will allow them to apply their Mason education in a practical way in industrial, government, and academic settings.

At least 8 credits must be applied only to this minor and may not be used to fulfill requirements of the student’s major, concentration, or another minor or undergraduate certificate. Students must complete at least 6 credits in their minor at Mason and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.00 in courses applied to the minor. For policies governing all minors, see the Academic Policies  section of this catalog.

The minor in CDS consists of 18 credits of course work. For additional information, please call 703-993-8402, fax 703-993-9300, or e-mail: kborne@gmu.edu

This program of study is offered by the School of Physics, Astronomy, and Computational Sciences in the College of Science.

9 credits chosen from:


  • Any CDS or CSI courses

3 credits chosen from:


  • Classes in physics, chemistry, biology, bioinformatics, environmental science and policy, geography, geology, astronomy, or statistics at the 300 level or above. Other discipline-based courses may be permitted with permission of the undergraduate program director.

Total: 18 credits


Note:


Many of the courses listed above have additional prerequisites. Nonetheless, the CDS minor is within efficient reach of most students majoring in science, mathematics, engineering, or computer science, since these students will generally have the prerequisites for the classes listed above.