Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics Program
The Mathematics program offers four concentrations which lead to a bachelor of science
degree. The curriculum is flexible and can be adapted to a variety of student
interests. After completing one of the three concentrations, program graduates typically
enter the job market as applied mathematicians in business or industry, actuarial
trainees, or
certified teachers of secondary school mathematics. Some program graduates pursue
study in graduate school leading to advanced degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer
Science, Finance or Management Science, while others elect to pursue further study
in a professional school such as law or medicine.
Our faculty:
• are committed to your success;
• will develop and deliver programs and services that assist you;
• will promote learning that is rigorous and meaningful for you;
• will challenge you to aspire to your highest academic, social and career goals
Computer Science Program
The Computer Science program offered its first degree program in 1982. Since that time, the department has grown to more than 200 majors and a service enrollment of approximately 500 students each semester. The new online computer science program only adds to those numbers. (visit online.ecok.edu for more information) Our program provides a solid education in all major areas of Computer Science with an emphasis on Software Engineering. Computer Science students generally complete a Bachelor of Science degree in four years. Our graduates are typically employed by large companies who need skilled software design specialists to work on the cutting edge of the field. Our Computer Science faculty are committed to the success of our students. We strive to insure a solid computer science education, a great college experience, and a bond that will forever tie you to ECU. Our Computer Science faculty are also academically active in scholarship and research.
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Mathematics and Computer Science Degree Options
General Mathematics
The General Mathematics concentration provides preparation for the student who plans
to enter a graduate program in mathematics. A student taking this concentration, in
consultation with his or her advisor, should choose elective courses which meet the
entrance requirements of the desired graduate program.
Teacher Certification in Mathematics
The Teacher Certification concentration, in conjunction with professional education
courses and student teaching experience, prepares a student for teaching mathematics
at the secondary level.
In addition to the core courses required for all mathematics majors, students in this concentration also take courses specifically for education majors through the ECU College of Education and Psychology. Courses in the program of study focus on mathematics, mathematics-specific pedagogy, diversity in American education, and current trends in both mathematics pedagogy and education.
Graduates of this concentration are in high demand locally, state-wide, and nationally. Most graduates of this concentration quickly find employment in the county, or elsewhere in Oklahoma and surrounding states.
Resources:
Math Education Career Center (from NCTM – National Council of Teachers of Mathematics)
Institute of Math and Science Education (ECU)
Mathmatics - teacher certification
Data Science
The Data Science concentration is for students interested in applying mathematics,
statistics, and computer science to a wide range of business problems. With a broader
focus, students in this concentration will be prepared to work in a variety of industries.
Applied Mathematics/pre-Actuary
The Applied/Pre-Actuary Mathematics concentration prepares a student for a career as an applied mathematician, an actuarial trainee, a data scientist, or in finance. This concentration also prepares a student for graduate programs in areas such as applied mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, finance, or data science.
In addition to the core courses required for all mathematics majors, students in this concentration also take courses in technical writing and through the ECU Stonecipher School of Business in areas such as economics, finance, and management information systems.
Resources:
Career Resources (from SIAM - Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics)
Be an Actuary (from Society of Actuaries and Casualty Actuarial Society)
Computer Science
The Computer Science degree program prepares students for a career in the world of
technology. Both online and in-seat options for majors of this program. Lucrative
salaries and opportunities to work on interesting and challenging projects are the
rewards which await those who choose the Computer Science major. Technology touches
essentially every aspect of life. Students have access to a powerful Linuxbased mainframe
as well as the University computer network. Majors have access to both labs and 24/7
remote access. The curriculum is designed using guidelines published by the Association
of Computing Machinery (ACM). Courses provide students excellent training in the scientific
and technical areas of computing and the preparation necessary to pursue graduate
work in this field. The course of study is mathematical in nature with emphasis on
software engineering.