Mathematics: Computer Applications Four-Year Plan

Revised 06/2026

Bold: only offered in indicated semester
Italic: course prerequisites and corequisites (designated by &)
UD: must be admitted to the major prior to enrollment
◊: courses required for admission to this major
+: Review your APAS report or the Math Catalog page to see additional course offerings to satisfy this requirement. If you have questions about what version to take, contact your academic advisor. 
∗: UD CSci Technical Elective course options include CSci 4011, CSci 4041, CSci 4511W, CSci 5421, CSci 5451, CSci 5511, CSci5512, CSci 5521, CSci 5607, and CSci 5608. Computer-Related Math Elective course options include Math 4242, Math 5248, Math 5251, Math 5285H, Math 5286H, Math 5385, Math 5705, Math 5707, Math 5711

 

Note: This is a sample plan that shows the department's recommended course plan for completing this degree in four years. Alternative course options can be seen on the APAS or Catalog page. 

Freshman Year

Fall Semester

  • ◊ Math 1371 Calculus I (placement or prereq) [4cr]
  • ◊ Phys 1301W Intro Physics I (&Math 1371) [4cr]
  • CSci 1133 Intro to Computing and Programming Concepts [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course or Writ 1301 [3 or 4cr]
  • CSE 1001 First Year Experience [1cr]

Spring Semester

  • ◊ Math 1372 Calculus II (1371) [4cr]
  • ◊ Phys 1302W Intro Physics II (1301W, &Math 1372) [4cr]
  • CSci 1933 Intro to Algorithms and Data Structures (1133) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course or Writ 1301 [3 or 4cr]

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester

  • ◊ + Math 2373 Linear Algebra and Differential Equations (1372) [4cr]
  • CHOOSE ONE (will impact 4/5xxx course options):
    • CSci 2011 Discrete Structures (Math 1371) [4cr]
    • CSCI 2021 Machine Architecture and Organization (1913 or 1933) [4cr]
    • CSCI 2041 Advanced Programming Principles (1913 or 1933, 2011) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr] or Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • ◊ Math 2374 Multivariable Calculus (1372) [4cr]
  • Math 3283W Sequences, Series, & Foundations (&2373 or &2374) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]

Junior Year

Fall Semester

  • Math 5485 Intro to Numerical Methods I (2373) [4cr]
  • Math 5165 Mathematical Logic I (3283W) [4cr]
  • * UD CSci Technical Elective [3 or 4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • Math 5486 Intro to Numerical Methods II (5485) [4cr]
  • Computer-Related Math Elective± [4cr]
  • * UD CSci Technical Elective [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]

Senior Year

Fall Semester

  • UD Theoretical Algebra course [4cr]
  • UD Math Elective [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • UD Additional Analysis course [4cr]
  • UD Math Elective [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]

Total Credits Needed for Degree: 120

Additional Information

The APAS is the official method for tracking completion of your specific degree requirements. This plan is not a contract and curriculum can change.

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Courses required for admission to this major: Phys 1301W, Phys 1302W, Math 1371, Math 1372, (Math 2373 or 2374)

All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or higher.

Department Contact Information

Mathematics Website 
Main Phone: 612-625-4848 | Main Office: Vincent Hall 115
Director of Undergraduate Studies: Mike Hill; [email protected]
Departmental College Advisor: Kate Lewis; [email protected]
Mathematics Program Catalog 
Mathematics technical elective requirements
Math Sub-plans
 

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University Degree Requirements

All students must complete the following requirements. Requirements with an (*) will be fulfilled by taking courses at UM-TC required for this major.

Writing Requirements

University Writing:

  • Writ 1301/1401 or equivalent

Writing Intensive (WI):

  • One: Any level*
  • One: Any level*
  • One: 3/4/5xxx level (in major)*
  • One: 3/4/5xxx level (any dept.)

Liberal Education

Cores:

  • Biological Sciences w/Lab
  • Physical Sciences w/Lab*
  • Historical Perspectives
  • Social Sciences
  • Arts/Humanities
  • Literature
  • Mathematical Thinking*

Themes (choose 4 of 5):

  • Race, Power, and Justice in the US (required)
  • Civic Life and Ethics
  • The Environment
  • Global Perspectives
  • Technology and Society