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Mathematics B.S. 

Total minimum required credits: 120

A. Major Requirements 20 Courses (86 Credits)

1. Mathematics Courses 12 Courses (48 Credits)

• MA2310 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I (4 credits)
• MA2320 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II (4 credits)
• MA3030 Discrete Mathematics (4 credits)
• MA3160 Linear Algebra (4 credits)
• MA3210 Introduction to Probability & Statistics (4 credits)
• MA3330 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III (4 credits)
• MA3520 Transition to Advanced Mathematics (4 credits)
• MA4360 Differential Equations (4 credits)
• MA5120 Abstract Algebra I (4 credits)
• MA5320 Advanced Calculus I (4 credits)
• CS 2510 Computer Programming I (4 credits) or CS 2521 Intro to Scientific Programming

2. Mathematics Electives Courses: 3 courses (12 credits)

Take any 4000 or 5000 level mathematics courses or CS3810 Data Structures & Algorithms

B. Mathematics Department Requirements

• A grade of C or higher is needed in all required mathematics courses
• Candidates who desire a Second Major in Mathematics must take: MA4360, CS2510, and one Math elective at 4000 or 5000 level and Transfer students must complete a minimum of 28 credits (7 courses) of the required mathematics courses at or above the 3000 level at Old Westbury.

C. Liberal Education Requirements

Refer to the Liberal Education Curriculum Guidelines

D. General Electives

In consultation with academic advisor, for a total of 120 credits

E. College Wide Requirements

• 120 credits overall (40 credits at Old Westbury, may transfer a maximum of 80 credits)
• 45 Upper Division credits (3000, 4000, or 5000 level courses)
• 60 Liberal Arts credits
• Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0

Prerequisite Guide

Computer & Information Science B.S.

A. Major Requirements 17 courses (68 credits)

1. All of the following CS courses 10 courses (40 credits)

• CS2510 Computer Programming I (4 credits)
• CS2511 Computer Programming II (4 credits)
• CS3620 Computer Architecture I (4 credits)
• CS3810 Data Structures and Algorithms (4 credits)
• CS3910 C++ and Object-Oriented Programming (4 credits)
• CS4100 Technical Communications (4 credits)
• CS4501 Software Engineering (4 credits)
• CS4550 Database Management Systems (4 credits)
• CS4720 Internet and Web Technologies (4 credits)
• CS5910 System Design & Implementation (4 credits)

2. Required Electives - 3 CS courses (12 credits)

• CS4200 Mobile Programming via Android (4 credits)
• CS4400 Artificial Intelligence (4 credits)
• CS4705 Computer Security (4 credits)
• CS4710 Applied Cryptography (4 credits)
• CS5610 Operating Systems (4 credits)
• CS5710 Computer Networks (4 credits)
• CS5730 Computer Network Security (4 credits)
• CS5810 Data Mining (4 credits)
• Any 4000 or 5000 level CS course except CS5620 (4 credits)

3. Required Mathematics Courses 4 courses (16 credits)

• MA2310 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I (4 credits)
• MA3030 Discrete Mathematics (4 credits)
• MA3210 Introduction to Probability & Statistics (4 credits)
• MA3160 Linear Algebra or MA4100 Number Theory (4 credits)

B. Department Requirements

• A grade of C or higher is needed in all required mathematics courses
• A minimum of 28 credits (7 courses) of the required major courses at or above the 3000 level must be completed at Old Westbury.

C. Liberal Education Requirements

Refer to the Liberal Education Curriculum Guidelines

D. General Electives

In consultation with academic advisor, for a total of 120 credits

E. College Wide Requirements

• 120 credits overall (40 credits at Old Westbury, may transfer a maximum of 80 credits)
• 45 Upper Division credits (3000, 4000, or 5000 level courses)
• 60 Liberal Arts credits
• Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0

Prerequisite Guide

Management Information Systems B.S.

A. Major Requirements 17 courses (66 credits)

1. All of the following CS courses 9 courses (36 credits)

• CS2510 Computer Programming I
• CS2511 Computer Programming II
• CS3611 Advanced Visual C#
• CS4100 Technical Communications
• CS4501 Software Engineering
• CS4550 Database Management Systems
• CS4720 Internet and Web Technologies
• CS5710 Computer Networks
• CS5910 System Design & Implementation

3. Business Courses: 14 credits (4 courses)

• BU3502 Principles of Accounting I
• BU3511 Principles of Accounting II
• BU3800 Marketing: Principles and Concepts
• BU4110 Organizational Behavior & Management

4. Economics & Analytics: 8 credits (2 courses)

4a. Take two of the following:

• PE2420 Principles of Microeconomics
• PE2430 Principles of Macroeconomics
• MA3250 Business Analytics

5. Mathematics Courses: 8 Credits (2 courses)

5a One of the following:

• MA2300 Calculus for Business & Economics
• MA2310 Calculus & Analytic Geometry I
• MA3030 Discrete Mathematics

5b. One of the following:

• MA2000 Applied Statistics
• MA3210 Intro. to Probability and Statistics

B. Department Requirements

• A grade of C or higher is needed in all required mathematics courses
• A minimum of 28 credits (7 courses) of the required major courses at or above the 3000 level must be completed at Old Westbury.

C. Liberal Education Requirements

Refer to the Liberal Education Curriculum Guidelines

D. General Electives

In consultation with academic advisor, for a total of 120 credits

E. College Wide Requirements

• 120 credits overall (40 credits at Old Westbury, may transfer a maximum of 80 credits)
• 45 Upper Division credits (3000, 4000, or 5000 level courses)
• 60 Liberal Arts credits
• Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0

Prerequisite Guide

Undergraduate Minors 

Computer and Information Science Minor

Computer & Information Science minor requires a minimum of five courses (20 credits). A minimum of 16 credits must be taken outside the student's major requirement. Up to two courses may be transferred from other institutions. Completion of a CIS minor requires a grade of C or higher in all required courses for the minor.

Students must complete 20 credits as follows:

• All of the following four Courses (16 Credits): CS2510 Computer Programming I (4), CS2511 Computer Programming II (4), CS3810 Data Structures & Algorithms (4), CS4501 Software Engineering (4)
• Elective: One Upper Division Computer Science Course (4 Credits): Take one 4000 or 5000 level computer science courses (excluding CS4100 Technical Communications and excluding CS5620): CS4xxx Or CS5xxx.

Please note that the above CS courses require mathematics prerequisites, including MA2090 and MA3030. Also note that where MA2090 is listed as a prerequisite, MA2080 is allowed as a substitute. Where MA2310 is listed as a prerequisite, MA2300 can be substituted.

Mathematics Minor

The minor in Mathematics is available for those students who want their formal college records to emphasize a serious amount of upper-division work in mathematics. Mathematics minor requires a minimum of six courses and 24 credits. A minimum of 16 credits must be taken outside the student's major requirement. Up to two courses may be transferred from other institutions. Completion of Mathematics minor requires a grade of C or higher in all required courses for the minor.

Students must complete 24 credits as follows:

• A. Required Mathematics Courses: All of the following four courses (16 credits): MA2310 Calculus & Analytic Geometry I (4), MA2320 Calculus & Analytic Geometry II (4), MA3030 Discrete Mathematics (4), MA3160 Linear Algebra (4)
• B. Required Elective Courses: Two courses from the following (8 credits): MA3210 Intro. to Probability & Statistics (4), MA3330 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III (4), MA3520 Transition to Advanced Mathematics (4), MA4100 Number Theory (4), MA4510 Geometry (4), Any 4000 or 5000 level Mathematics Course (4)

Applied Mathematics Minor

The minor in Applied Mathematics is designed for those students who want to strengthen their skills in essential areas of quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and problem solving across a range of disciplines. This minor is especially relevant to students majoring in the natural or social sciences, or in the School of Business, who intend to pursue advanced study or careers in areas that require strong analytical skills. Examples of such professional areas would include actuarial science, biostatistics, business administration, decision science, finance, management science, operations research, natural resources and sustainability. Students will explore the use of mathematical models to analyze and solve real-life problems and systems. Applied mathematics provides valuable tools for improved decision making, and for enhanced understanding of uncertainty and complexity in the world.

Applied Mathematics minor requires a minimum of six courses and 24 credits. A minimum of 16 credits must be taken outside the student's major requirement. Up to two courses may be transferred from other institutions. Completion of Applied Math minor requires a grade of C or higher in all required courses for the minor.

Students must complete 24 credits as follows:

• A. Required Mathematics Courses: All of the following four courses (16 credits): 1. MA2310 Calculus & Analytic Geometry I (4) OR MA2300 Calculus for Business & Economics (4); 2. MA3160 Linear Algebra (4); 3. MA3210 Intro. to Probability & Statistics (4); 4. MA4910 Operations Research I (4)
• B. Required Elective Courses: Two courses from the following (8 credits): 1. MA2320 Calculus & Analytic Geometry II (4); 2. MA3250 Business Analytics (4); 3. MA4300 Numerical Analysis (4); 4. MA4360 Differential Equations (4); 5. MA4920 Operations Research II (4); 6. MA5230 Mathematical Statistics (4)

Data Science M.S.

Degree Requirements

A. Core Courses: 21 credits (7 courses).

The largest component of the degree is the Core, which includes the three disciplines of Statistics, Computer Science and Data Science.

• Statistics Courses: MA 6510: Statistics I, MA 6520: Statistics II
• Computer Science Courses: CS 6010: Algorithms and Programming Techniques, CS 6020: Introduction to Databases, CS 6030: Data Warehousing
• Data Analytics Courses: CS 6110: Data Analytics I, CS 6120: Data Analytics II

B. Plus Courses and the Culminating Experience; 15 credits (5 courses).

The Plus Courses and the Culminating Experience are the business skills component and the applied components of the degree.

• CS 7510: Communication and Presentation
• CS 7520: Project Management
• CS 7910: Analytics Project I
• CS 7920: Analytics Project II
• CS 7800: Internship¹

C. Department Requirements.

Transfer students must complete a minimum of 24 credits at the College at Old Westbury.

¹ Student is responsible for securing the internship, which is to be approved by the department. If the student has difficulty in obtaining a suitable internship, the graduate director may be able to help.

Prerequisite Guide

Sample Two Year schedule

Sample Bachelor's Degree Course Sequences

# Only offered in Fall of even numbered years.

Adolescence Education: Mathematics B.S. 

Total minimum required credits: 120

A. Major Requirements 20 Courses (86 Credits)

1. Mathematics Courses 12 Courses (48 Credits)

2. Education Courses 8 Courses (38 Credits)

B. Mathematics Department Requirements

• A grade of C or higher is needed in all required mathematics courses
• Candidates who desire a Second Major in Mathematics must take: MA4360, CS2510 or CS2521, and one Math elective at 4000 or 5000 level.
• Transfer students must complete a minimum of 28 credits (7 courses) of the required mathematics courses at or above the 3000 level at Old Westbury.

C. Liberal Education Requirements

D. School of Education Requirements

Refer to the School of Education Requirements for Adolescence Education: Mathematics

Reminders:

• MA4510 and ED4082 are offered in Spring and MA3180 is offered in Fall of even numbered years.
• ED4082 & ED5890 must be taken together
• ED4230 & ED4231 are recommended to be taken concurrently
• ED3742 is cross listed as PY3220

Prerequisite Guide

Childhood Education - Mathematics Concentration (Grades 1-6)

• Childhood Education B.S.
• Childhood Education with a Bilingual Extension/Spanish B.S.
• Exceptional Education and Childhood Education (Dual Certification) B.S.
• Exceptional Education with a Bilingual Extension/Spanish B.S.

Eight Mathematics Courses are required: 32 credits

• Students may transfer a maximum of four of these courses (16 credits) from other institutions.

All of the following: Seven Courses: 28 Credits

Elective: One Upper Division Mathematics Course: 4 Credits

Take one 3000 level or 4000 level mathematics course: MA3xxx Or MA 4xxx

Sample Course Sequence

Prerequisite Guide

Reminder: MA3020 is offered in Spring.
* Previous course number MA2020