University of South Carolina Aiken
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
A Guide for Majors
Mathematics/Computer Science
and
Industrial Mathematics
2015-2016
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Department of Mathematical Sciences
A Guide for
Mathematics/Computer Science and
Industrial Mathematics Majors
Table of Contents
Page
3-4
Mission Statement and Curricula
5-6
Mathematics/Computer Science
Check List
Sample Programs of Study
(Mathematics/Computer Science)
7-10
Industrial Mathematics Check List
11-12
13
Sample Programs of Study
(Industrial Mathematics )
14-15
Department Faculty
16
Employment Opportunities and
Support Services
17-23
Course Descriptions
24
Notes
2
Department of Mathematical Sciences
A Guide for
Mathematics/Computer Science and
Industrial Mathematics Majors
2015-2016
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Mathematical Sciences is to provide students with an
understanding and an appreciation of mathematics and the related areas of computer science,
engineering. To this end, the Department: (a) provides students throughout the University with
training in thinking analytically through problem-solving activities and in communicating
effectively using graphical and numeric symbols; (b) provides instruction for the first two years
of the USC engineering program; (c) provides the mathematical background for pre-service and
continuing elementary school teachers and secondary school mathematics teachers; (d) provides
Mathematics/Computer Science and Industrial Mathematics majors with background for
graduate studies or preparation for careers in the mathematical sciences. In addition, the
Department seeks to foster the study, learning and appreciation of the mathematical sciences
among pre-college students through outreach activities.
Introduction
USCA offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Mathematics/Computer Science and
Industrial Mathematics. The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Computer Science degree is
designed with flexibility to provide academically sound training in mathematics and computer
science which will enable graduates of this program either to continue their education in graduate
studies or to find suitable employment. Employment opportunities for graduates exist mainly in
the computer services industry, both locally and nationwide.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Mathematics prepares mathematically
oriented students for careers in industry. Graduates of the program will be prepared for
immediate employment in the various technical industries in the Central Savannah River Area.
Curricula
In pursuing the B.S. in Mathematics/Computer Science, students will complete a set of
courses that fulfills the general education requirements, a set of mathematics and computer
science courses that comprises the major, and several hours of elective courses. Students are
allowed the flexibility to choose a general advisement track or a computer science advisement
track to satisfy major requirements.
Two important areas of the Mathematics/Computer Science curriculum are computer
science and mathematics. Students take courses which will assure competence in at least one of
the major computer languages in use today. Furthermore, students become proficient in
algorithmic design, numerical analysis, and systems analysis. Students are also provided with
mathematics courses giving a strong mathematical foundation on which computer science is
based. In addition, the curriculum covers all of the modern knowledge of mathematics required
for graduate study in mathematics. Finally, students are given training in logical problem
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solving. This last skill is one of the most important and valuable assets an individual can present
to an employer.
In pursuing the B.S. in Industrial Mathematics, students will complete a set of courses
that fulfills the general education requirements, a set of courses in mathematics and computer
science, engineering and engineering technology, and several hours of elective courses. A
required internship in a supporting industry provides real experience that prepares students for
immediate employment after graduation.
A foreign language and science are also included in each curriculum. Although not
specifically stated, French or German is recommended as the foreign language and physics is the
recommended science.
Students are also provided free elective courses that allow the student to expand their
knowledge into other areas of study in which they are interested. Students can select from
courses in business, the humanities, history and political science, natural science, engineering, or
other mathematics and computer science courses.
Courses in finance and accounting will be especially valuable to Mathematics/Computer
Science majors who plan to seek employment after graduation. Further courses in computer
science will also be valuable. For example, students should make themselves proficient in the
programming languages C, or JAVA.
Exactly where a student begins studies in a program depends upon preparation.
Preparation in mathematics may be assessed by the Mathematics Placement Test. Students who
have scored 3 or higher on one of the ETS administered AP Examinations may be awarded
college credit for certain courses. The following information is designed to serve as a guide in
tracking progress through a program.
Advisement
Students will be assisted in their course selection by a faculty advisor. Students are
responsible for seeing that they complete all requirements for their degree. The faculty advisor
evaluates progress toward the degree and assists with interpreting and applying major
requirements. It is very important that students work with an advisor in pursuing a degree.
Students must pursue required courses in the prescribed sequence. Failure to do so may lead to
future schedule difficulties. Students may find courses they wish to take either not available or
closed to students without advance standing.
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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Computer Science
CHECK LIST
Student:
Bulletin:
Placement Score:
SS#:
Email:
Telephone:
General Ed Requirements (56-58)
Major Requirements (52)
(Must earn C or better in all major courses)
A. Human Culture, Physical/Nat World (32-34)
Term
Grade
CORE COURSES (25)
Term
Credit
Grade
Credit
Two Natural Sciences : Biology, Chemistry (CHEM 111, 112),
Physics (PHYS 211, 212), Geology, Astronomy (2 Labs)
4
4
MATH 241
MATH 242
MATH 544
CSCI 145
CSCI 146
CSCI 562
MATH or CSCI 590
One History: HIST 101 or 102
3
Two Social/Behavior Sciences * (2 areas)
3
3
Foreign Language (2 sem of same language)
4
4
3
4
4
3
3
GENERAL TRACK (27)
3-4
3-4
MATH 546 or 554
CSCI 220
Three Humanities Courses * (at least 2 areas)
3
3
3
Other MATH or CSCI courses numbered above 300
3
3
21
B. Intellectual and Practical Skills (21)
*Critical Inquiry (all freshman)
English - ENGL 101
English - ENGL 102
COMM 201 or COMM 241
MATHEMATICS Courses (C or better)
MATH 141
MATH 142
MATH 174
1
3
3
3
COMPUTER SCIENCE TRACK (27)
4
4
3
CSCI 220
C. Personal and Social Responsibility (3)
3
And four of {210, 240, 320, 330, 411, 415,
520, 521, 550}
12
Other MATH or CSCI courses above 300 12
POLI 201, HIST 201 or 202
3
Three Writing Intensive Courses (at least one in major)
List:
One 3-credit Non-Western World Studies Course *
(one from Human Cultures/Phys & Nat World courses)
List course:
Satisfactory Completion of Writing Portfolio
(Submitted after 60 hrs, before applying for graduation)
ELECTIVES FOR EITHER TRACK (10-12)
Date Passed:
or ENGL 201:
* See next page for list of qualifying courses for listed
categories and for information on ICE events.
TOTAL HOURS
5
120
HUMANITIES COURSES – At least two areas
CRITICAL INQUIRY
(bolded numbers indicate that course also qualifies as a
Non-Western)
Art History (ARTH): 105, 106, 206, 312, 335, 397, 398
Communications (COMM): 351, 352, 353, 450, 455, 462
English (ENGL):281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 288, 289,
290, 291, 295, 301, 362, 385, 389, 390, 391, 392, 393, 394,
395, 401, 405, 407, 411, 412, 415, 416, 417, 419, 423, 424,
425, 426, 427, 428, 430, 431, 435, 449, 474, 491, 494
Foreign Languages, Literatures & Culture:
(FREN): 302, 303, 305, 306, 307, 388, 397, 398, 399
(GERM): 303, 305, 395, 397, 398, 399
(SPAN): 303, 308, 319, 320, 321, 340, 380, 388, 397, 399,
426, 488, 498
History (HIST): All history courses. NOTE: If HIST 101
or HIST 102 is used towards the History of Civilization
requirement, the same course cannot count for the
Humanities requirement. Also, if HIST 201 or HIST 202 is
used towards the American Political Institutions
requirement, the same course cannot count for the
Humanities requirement.
Honors (HONS): 101
Humanities (HUMA): 107, 201, 202, 211, 301
Music (MUSC): 173, 175, 371, 372, 374, 393
Philosophy (PHIL): 102, 211, 302, 303, 304, 311, 312, 350,
390, 399
Religion (RELG): 101, 103, 301, 302, 390, 399
Theater (THEA): 161, 361, 362
Freshmen must take Critical Inquiry in their first semester
of enrollment at USC Aiken. Students in degree programs
which require more than 16 credit hours in the first semester
of enrollment may complete Critical Inquiry during their
second academic semester.
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
COURSES – Two areas
3. _______________________________________
Any courses in the following disciplines:
Psychology (PSYC)
Sociology (SOCY) (see below for non-western courses)
Anthropology (ANTH) (see below for non-western courses)
Political Science (POLI) (see below for non-western courses)
Geography (GEOG) (see below for non-western courses)
Economics (ECON)
Honors (HONS): 101
INTER-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT
(ICE)
· Undergraduate students will attend at least 2 ICE events per
academic semester up to a total of 16 over their 4-year college
career. Freshman Convocation will constitute the first ICE event
for entering freshman.
· Transfer students will complete 2 ICE credits for each academic
semester remaining before graduation.
· Part-time students will complete 2 ICE events for every 15
hours of completed course credit.
· Students participating in Study Abroad programs may earn 2
ICE credits while oversees by participating in pre-approved intercurricular academic events.
EVENT
TERM
1. _______________________________________
2. _______________________________________
4. _______________________________________
5. _______________________________________
6. _______________________________________
7. _______________________________________
8. _______________________________________
NON-WESTERN qualifying courses
Art History (ARTH): 397
Anthropology (ANTH): 102, 315, 352, 490
Communications (COMM): 450
English (ENGL): 291, 385, 435
Foreign Languages, Literatures & Culture
(FREN): 303, 306, 388
(SPAN): 303, 320, 321, 380, 388, 397, 426, 488
Geography (GEOG): 102
History (HIST): 345, 346, 347, 361, 362, 366, 423, 447,
492
Music (MUSC): 175
Political Science (POLI): 101, 103, 330, 344, 487, 488, 492
Religion (RELG): 103
Sociology (SOCY): 310
9. _______________________________________
10. _______________________________________
11. _______________________________________
12. _______________________________________
13. _______________________________________
14. _______________________________________
15. _______________________________________
16. _______________________________________
Sample Program of Study
Math/Computer Science Major
(mathematics option, well-prepared student)
Freshman (30):
Fall
MATH 141
CSCI 145
ENGL 101
HIST 10X
Elec
Sophomore (31): Fall
MATH 241
MATH 174
CSCI 220
FL
Elec
Junior (32):
Senior (27):
Fall
MATH 544
MATH/CSCI
Hum
Elec
Nat Sci
Fall
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Hum
Elec
Spring
MATH 142
CSCI 146
ENGL 102
POLI 201
Elec
4
4
3
3
1
15
Spring
MATH 242
MATH/CSCI
FL
COMM
4
3
3
4
3
17
Spring
MATH 546/554
CSCI 562
MATH/CSCI
Hum
Nat Sci
3
3
3
3
4
16
Spring
MATH/CSCI 590
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
3
3
3
3
3
15
Total (120)
7
4
4
3
3
1
15
4
3
4
3
__
14
3
3
3
3
4
16
3
3
3
3
__
12
Sample Program of Study
Math/Computer Science Major
(mathematics option)
Freshman (30):
Fall
MATH 111
MATH 112
ENGL 101
HIST 10X
Hum
Sophomore (30): Fall
MATH 142
CSCI 146
FL
POLI 201
Junior (30):
Senior (30):
Fall
MATH 544
MATH 242
CSCI 220
Nat Sci
Fall
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Hum
Spring
MATH 141
MATH 174
CSCI 145
ENGL 102
Elec
3
3
3
3
3
15
Spring
MATH 241
MATH/CSCI
FL
COMM
Elec
4
4
4
3
__
15
Spring
MATH 546/554
CSCI 562
MATH/CSCI
Nat Sci
Hum
3
3
3
4
__
14
Spring
MATH/CSCI 590
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Elec
3
3
3
3
3
15
4
3
4
3
1
15
4
3
4
3
1
15
3
3
3
4
3
16
3
3
3
3
3
15
Total (120)
Students not prepared to enter MATH 111 and MATH 112 in the Fall semester of their Freshman year
should not expect to graduate in 4 years without attending summer school.
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Sample Program of Study
Math/Computer Science Major
(computer science option, well-prepared student)
Freshman (30):
Sophomore (31):
Junior (32):
Senior (27):
Fall
MATH 141
CSCI 145
ENGL 101
HIST 10X
Elec
Fall
MATH 241
MATH 174
CSCI 220
FL 101
Elec
Fall
CSCI 411
MATH/CSCI
MATH 544
Hum
Nat Sci
Fall
CSCI 520
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Hum
Elec
Spring
MATH 142
CSCI 146
ENGL 102
CSCI *
Elec
4
4
3
3
1
15
Spring
MATH 242
CSCI *
FL 102
POLI 201
4
3
3
4
3
17
Spring
MATH/CSCI
CSCI 562
COMM
Hum
Nat Sci
3
3
3
3
4
16
Spring
MATH/CSCI 590
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Elec
3
3
3
3
3
15
4
4
3
3
1
15
4
3
4
3
__
14
3
3
3
3
4
16
3
3
3
3
__
12
Total (120)
Upper level computer science courses are offered on a two-year rotation. CSCI 520 may be taken in the
Senior year and other upper level MATH/CSCI course taken in the Junior year. If CSCI 330 is not offered
in the Spring of the student’s Sophomore year, then the applied speech class, COMM may be taken (or a
humanities class). Similarly, any of the Soc Sci/Hum/Elec classes from the Senior year may be
interchanged with CSCI 411.
*one of the following courses: 210, 240, 320, 330, 411, 415, 520, 521, 550
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Sample Program of Study
Math/Computer Science Major
(computer science option)
Freshman (30):
Sophomore (30):
Junior (30):
Senior (30):
Fall
MATH 111
MATH 112
ENGL 101
HIST 10X
Hum
Fall
MATH 142
CSCI 146
FL 101
POLI 201
Fall
MATH 544
MATH 242
CSCI 220
Nat Sci
Fall
CSCI 411
CSCI 520
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Hum
Spring
MATH 141
MATH 174
CSCI 145
ENGL 102
Elec
3
3
3
3
3
15
Spring
MATH 241
CSCI *
FL 102
COMM
Elec
4
4
4
3
__
15
Spring
CSCI 240/330/550
CSCI 562
MATH/CSCI
Nat Sci
Hum
3
3
3
4
__
14
Spring
MATH/CSCI 590
MATH/CSCI
MATH/CSCI
Soc Sci
Elec
3
3
3
3
3
15
Total (120)
* One of the following courses: 210, 240, 320, 330, 411, 415, 520, 521, 550
10
4
3
4
3
1
15
4
3
4
3
1
15
3
3
3
4
3
16
3
3
3
3
3
15
Upper level
computer science
courses are offered
on a two-year
rotation. Students
who enter MATH
111 and MATH 112
in the Fall semester
of their Freshman
year may not be able
to graduate in 4 years
without attending
summer school. The
rotations for 330-411
and 520 also have
prerequisite
restrictions.
Students not
prepared to enter
MATH 111 and
MATH 112 in the
fall semester of their
Freshman year
should not expect to
graduate in 4 years.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Mathematics
CHECK LIST
Student:
Bulletin:
Placement Score:
SS#:
Email:
Telephone:
General Ed Requirements (56-58)
Degree Specific Requirements
(Must earn C or better in all Major courses)
A. Human Culture, Physical/Nat World (32-34)
Term
Grade
Natural Sciences
Physics (PHYS 211)
Physics (PHYS 212)
One History: HIST 101 or 102
MAJOR COURSES
4
4
Grade
Credit
MATH 241
4
MATH 242
4
MATH 544
3
STAT 509
3
STAT 510
3
MATH 518
3
MATH 519
3
MATH 590
3
CSCI 145
4
CSCI 146
4
CSCI 562
3
ENGINEERING - USCA courses above 200 (12)
3
Two Social/Behavior Sciences * (2 areas)
3
3
Foreign Language (2 sem of same language)
3-4
3-4
Three Humanities Courses * (at least 2 areas)
3
3
3
B. Intellectual and Practical Skills
(37)
Term
Credit
(21)
*Critical Inquiry (all freshman)
English - ENGL 101
English - ENGL 102
COMM 201 or COMM 241
MATHEMATICS Courses (C or better)
MATH 141
1
3
3
3
Natural Science (except PHYS 211, 212),
computer science (above 200), mathematics (above
300), engineering (ENCP 102 & courses above 200),
technical writing or others approved by Department.
4
4
3
MATH 142
MATH 174
C. Personal and Social Responsibility
TECHNICAL ELECTIVES * *
(11)
(3)
POLI 201, HIST 201 or 202
3
ELECTIVES
(8-10)
Three Writing Intensive Courses (at least one in major)
List:
One 3-credit Non-Western World Studies Course *
(one from Human Cultures/Phys & Nat World courses)
TOTAL HOURS
List course:
Satisfactory Completion of Writing Portfolio
(Submitted after 60 hrs, before applying for graduation)
Date Passed:
126
* * Technical electives may include no more than nine
credit hours of engineering technology courses offered
by technical colleges and approved by the Department.
or ENGL 201:
* See next page for list of qualifying courses for
above categories and for information on ICE events.
HUMANITIES COURSES – At least two areas
(bolded numbers indicate that course also qualifies as a
Non-Western)
Art History (ARTH): 105, 106, 206, 312, 335, 397, 398
Communications (COMM): 351, 352, 353, 450, 455, 462
English (ENGL):281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 288, 289,
290, 291, 295, 301, 362, 385, 389, 390, 391, 392, 393, 394,
395, 401, 405, 407, 411, 412, 415, 416, 417, 419, 423, 424,
425, 426, 427, 428, 430, 431, 435, 449, 474, 491, 494
Foreign Languages, Literatures & Culture:
(FREN): 302, 303, 305, 306, 307, 388, 397, 398, 399
(GERM): 303, 305, 395, 397, 398, 399
(SPAN): 303, 308, 319, 320, 321, 340, 380, 388, 397, 399,
426, 488, 498
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History (HIST): All history courses. NOTE: If HIST 101
or HIST 102 is used towards the History of Civilization
requirement, the same course cannot count for the
Humanities requirement. Also, if HIST 201 or HIST 202 is
used towards the American Political Institutions
requirement, the same course cannot count for the
Humanities requirement.
Honors (HONS): 101
Humanities (HUMA): 107, 201, 202, 211, 301
Music (MUSC): 173, 175, 371, 372, 374, 393
Philosophy (PHIL): 102, 211, 302, 303, 304, 311, 312, 350,
390, 399
Religion (RELG): 101, 103, 301, 302, 390, 399
Theater (THEA): 161, 361, 362
INTER-CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT
(ICE)
· Undergraduate students will attend at least 2 ICE events per
academic semester up to a total of 16 over their 4-year college
career. Freshman Convocation will constitute the first ICE event
for entering freshman.
· Transfer students will complete 2 ICE credits for each academic
semester remaining before graduation.
· Part-time students will complete 2 ICE events for every 15
hours of completed course credit.
· Students participating in Study Abroad programs may earn 2
ICE credits while oversees by participating in pre-approved intercurricular academic events.
EVENT
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
COURSES – Two areas
TERM
1. _______________________________________
Any courses in the following disciplines:
Psychology (PSYC)
Sociology (SOCY) (see below for non-western courses)
Anthropology (ANTH) (see below for non-western courses)
Political Science (POLI) (see below for non-western courses)
Geography (GEOG) (see below for non-western courses)
Economics (ECON)
Honors (HONS): 101
2. _______________________________________
3. _______________________________________
4. _______________________________________
5. _______________________________________
NON-WESTERN qualifying courses
6. _______________________________________
Art History (ARTH): 397
Anthropology (ANTH): 102, 315, 352, 490
Communications (COMM): 450
English (ENGL): 291, 385, 435
Foreign Languages, Literatures & Culture
(FREN): 303, 306, 388
(SPAN): 303, 320, 321, 380, 388, 397, 426, 488
Geography (GEOG): 102
History (HIST): 345, 346, 347, 361, 362, 366, 423, 447,
492
Music (MUSC): 175
Political Science (POLI): 101, 103, 330, 344, 487, 488, 492
Religion (RELG): 103
Sociology (SOCY): 310
7. _______________________________________
8. _______________________________________
9. _______________________________________
10. _______________________________________
11. _______________________________________
12. _______________________________________
13. _______________________________________
CRITICAL INQUIRY
14. _______________________________________
Freshmen must take Critical Inquiry in their first semester
of enrollment at USC Aiken. Students in degree programs
which require more than 16 credit hours in the first semester
of enrollment may complete Critical Inquiry during their
second academic semester.
15. _______________________________________
16. _______________________________________
Sample Program of Study
Industrial Mathematics Major
12
Freshman (32):
Sophomore (32):
Junior (30):
Senior (32):
Fall
MATH 141
CSCI 145
ENGL 101
HIST 10X
Elec
Fall
MATH 241
MATH 174
PHYS 211
COMM
Hum
Fall
MATH 518
MATH 544
STAT 510
FL
Soc Sci
Fall
ENCP
ENCP
Tech Elec
Hum
Elec
Spring
MATH 142
CSCI 146
ENGL 102
HIST 10X
Soc Sci
4
4
3
3
1
15
Spring
MATH 242
STAT 509
PHYS 212
Hum
Elec
4
3
4
3
3
17
Spring
MATH 519
CSCI 562
Tech Elec
FL
Elec
3
3
3
4
3
16
Spring
ENCP
ENCP
Tech Elec
MATH 590
Elec
3
3
4
3
3
16
4
4
3
3
3
17
4
3
4
3
1
15
3
3
3
4
1
14
3
3
4
3
3
16
Total (126)
The Tech Elec in the Spring term of Junior year is intended to be an internship in industry, unless the
student has appropriate industrial experience. The Tech Elec in the Fall and Spring of the Senior year may
be two additional natural science courses.
Rev 6/09
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Department Chair
Dr. Mohammad Hailat
Administrative Assistant
Jeanie Griffin
Faculty
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2015-2016
The Department of Mathematical Sciences includes mathematics, computer science, engineering, and
industrial math. The faculty therefore consists of several professors who are able to teach two or more of these
areas. The faculty is also a culturally diverse group of people having come from different parts of the world. In
addition to being dedicated and conscientious teachers, a number of the faculty are also engaged in research work.
The following are the full time faculty members of the department.
HANI ABUSALEM, professor, holds a Ph.D. in computer science from the Illinois Institute of Technology in
Chicago, Illinois. He received his MS degree in computer science from Western Michigan University in
Kalamazoo, Michigan, and his BS in computer science from Yarmouk University, Irbid Jordan. Dr. Abusalem
comes to USCA from DePaul University in Chicago Illinois.
TIELING CHEN, associate professor, comes to USCA from The University of Western Ontario, where he
received his Ph.D. in mathematics as well as a MS degree in computer science. Dr. Chen also received MS
and BS degrees in computer science from Xiangtan University in China.
KOFFI FADIMBA, associate professor, has a Ph.D. in applied mathematics from the University of South
Carolina and received his MA and BS degrees in mathematics from the University of Bordeaux I in Talence,
France. He comes to USCA from The University of Rhode Island.
BETHANY FRALICK, assistant professor, received both her Ph.D., and M.S., degree in mechanical engineering
from the University of South Carolina. Her B.S., is in engineering management, manufacturing specialty from
Miami University. Dr. Fralick is currently developing USCA’s new four year engineering degree program in
Industrial Processing, which will begin in the Fall of 2015.
CYNTHIA GONZALEZ, senior instructor, comes to USCA from Florida Community College at Jacksonville,
Jacksonville Florida. She received MS and BS degrees in mathematics from the University of Charleston,
Charleston SC.
MOHAMMAD HAILAT, professor, comes to USCA from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid,
Jordan. He holds a Ph.D. in mathematics from The University of Michigan.
Dr. Hailat also received a MS in mathematics and a MS in industrial and operation engineering from the
University of Michigan. He received a BS in mathematics from Jordan University in Amman, Jordan. Dr. Hailat
is Chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at USCA.
PAUL ILUKOR, instructor, comes to USCA from Clemson University, where he earned a MS degree in
mathematics. Paul was also an avid soccer player while attending Clemson University. He received his BS in
mathematics at St. John Fisher College in Rochester New York.
DAVID JASPERS, senior instructor, has a M.S. in mathematics from the University of South Carolina
(Columbia). He teaches calculus, lower level math courses and the introductory statistics course. David is
originally from Ohio.
REGINALD KOO, professor, has a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of South Carolina Columbia. He
teaches all levels of mathematics. He is our analysis expert. Dr. Koo hails from Trinidad and Tobago.
RAO LI, professor, has a Ph.D. in mathematics and a M.S. degree in computer science from the University
of Memphis. Dr. Li also holds M.A. degrees in mathematics from the University of Pittsburg and from the
Harbin Institute of Electrical Technology in China. He comes to USCA from Americus, Georgia, via China.
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ZHENHENG LI, associate professor, comes to USCA from the University of Western Ontario in London
Ontario, Canada, where he received his Ph.D. in mathematics and a M.S. degree in computer science. Dr.
Li also holds an M.S. in mathematics from Xiangtan University in China and a B.S. in mathematics from
Hebei Normal College in China.
JANICE OVERSTREET, instructor, received her MS in Statistics and her BS in Secondary Math Education,
from the University of South Carolina. Janice has also taught statistics as an adjunct instructor at the Columbia
campus.
DAVID RAMSEY, instructor, received his B.A. from State University of New York at Stoneybrook and
his M.A. in Mathematics from S.U.N.Y. at Albany. In addition to his love for teaching mathematics, he also
has a passion for the martial arts.
THOMAS REID, assistant professor, received his Ph.D. in operations research from the University of
North Carolina. Dr. Reid comes to us from the Air Force Institute of Technology where he also received his
MS degree in operations research. He received his BS degree in mathematics from the University of
Oklahoma.
YILIAN ZHANG, associate professor, comes to us from the University of Rochester New York, where she
received her Ph.D. in mathematics and her MS degree in computer science. Dr. Zhang also received BS and MS
degrees in applied mathematics from Beijing Normal University in China.
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Employment Opportunities
There are many opportunities for employment within the Department. The Department hires tutors and
testers for math structured tutorials, calculus helpers, computer science lab assistants, and technical computer
assistants. The Math Learning Center provides an excellent work and strengthening opportunity for good math
students.
Those who are interested may wish to work as a student assistant for the Computer Services Division.
Cooperative Education experience is also available for Math/Computer Science majors. Cooperative Education is
a method of education that allows students to alternate between school and employment based on the student's
academic schedule. The program operates to maximize a student’s academic career with relevant professional
work experience.
Support Services
The Math/Computer Science Club is designed for all students who are required to take at least one
calculus course to fulfill their core requirements. The Club participates in community and campus events while
promoting the education of its members.
The Math Lab, operated by the Academic Success Center, offers free peer tutoring in mathematics. It is a
friendly, relaxed, informal atmosphere, where the staff works individually with students or in small group
sessions.
The Writing Center, operated by the Academic Success Center, offers tutorial help to those who have
problems of any kind with writing. Students are welcome to use the lab on a "drop-in" basis or as a regular
adjunct to their semester courses.
The Student Counseling Center provides personal counseling for USCA students. Services are free, and
focus on study skills, career decisions, depression, college adjustments, communications skill, etc. All counseling
is strictly confidential.
The faculty, support staff, and collections of the Gregg-Graniteville Library comprise an integral part of
USCA's instructional program. The library, which uses the most up-to-date computerized library technology,
houses a large collection of math and computer science volumes.
Hints for Success
Nothing can take the place of hard work and commitment.
- For each hour in class plan to spend at least 2-4 hours outside of class
(studying, preparing assignments, reading, etc.)
- Always attend classes.
- Ask, if you have questions.
- Seek help from your professor as often as necessary.
- Don't procrastinate.
- Group study is very helpful.
Remember, learning is your responsibility!
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Course Descriptions
Computer Science (CSCI)
101 Introduction to Computer Concepts. (3) Capabilities and limitations of computers, programming in
BASIC, history and development of modern computers, components of a computer system, computer
jargon, machine language, software demonstration and evaluation. Intended primarily for nonmathematics/computer science majors. Open only to those students who have not previously completed a
computer course.
102 Computer Applications and Programming. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 108 or
Department permission). Introduction to systematic computer problem-solving using a procedural language.
Emphasis is placed upon algorithm development and program implementation. This course also provides
exposure to applications such as spreadsheets, database management, and WebPage design leading to an
advanced level of competency. The course is intended to students who are already familiar with the basic
use of computers for non-calculating purposes (word-processing, use of the internet, email, etc.) and who
desire a background in computer solutions to practical problems.
145 Introduction to Algorithmic Design I. (4) (Prereq: by mathematics placement above MATH
111, or completion of either MATH 111 or 170 with a grade of C or better, or Department permission.
Designing algorithms and programming in a procedural language. Three hours of lectures and three hours of
laboratory per week.
146 Introduction to Algorithmic Design II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or higher in CSCI 145) A
continuation of CSCI 145. Rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs; elementary data
structures. Three hours of lectures and three hours of laboratory per week.
209 Topics in Computer Programming . (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Programming and application
development using selected programming languages. Course content varies and will be announced in the
schedule of classes by suffix and title.
210 Computer Organization and Assembly Language. (3) (Prereq: completion of CSCI 145 with a
grade of C or better) Introduction to computer organization and architecture; Topics will include: Data
representation, assembler language programming, logic unit, processor architecture, memory hierarchy,
Input and Output systems.
220 Data Structures and Algorithms. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 174 and CSCI 146, or
Department permission.) Theory and advanced techniques for representation of information. Abstract data
types: lists, stacks, queues, sets, trees, and graphs. Algorithms for sorting, searching, and hashing.
240 Introduction to Software Engineering (3) Prereq; grade of C or better in CSCI 145
This course introduces basic knowledge about software engineering, including principles and techniques of
software design, software construction, software testing, and software maintenance.
320 Practical Java Programming. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCI 145) Additional topics in the
language of Java: graphics, colors, fonts, events, layout managers, graphics user interfaces, applets,
exceptional handling, multithreading, multimedia.
330 Programming Language Structures. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 220) Formal
specification syntax and semantics; structure of algorithms; list processing and string manipulation
languages; statement types, control structures, and interfacing procedures.
340 Mobile Computing. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 146 or Department permission.) The
study of basic concepts and programming skills of mobile computing. Topics include: user interfaces,
layouts, events and event handling, graphics, images, animations, multimedia, 2D game development, data
persistence, and networking.
376 Graph Theory for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 146 and MATH
174) An algorithmic introduction to Graph Theory and its applications. Topics include: fundamental
concepts for graphs, connectivity, matrices of graphs, trees, paths and cycles, matchings, graph colorings,
and planar graphs.
399 Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: Department permission) Directed independent project.
411 Operating Systems. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in CSCI 220) Basic concepts and
terminology of operating systems. Process implementation, synchronization, memory management,
protection, resource allocation, system modeling, pragmatic aspects, case studies.
415 Data Communication and Computer Networks. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 220.) The
study of concepts and components in data communications and computer networks. Topics will include
data transmission, reference models, common network protocols, network applications and technologies.
492 Topics in Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: Department permission) Study of
selected topics in computer science. To be offered as a lecture course on a "demand basis" only.
520 Database System Design. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCI 220) Database
organization; design and use of database management systems; database models, including network,
hierarchical and relational; data description languages, data independence and representation.
521 Database Programming for Computer Science (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCI 520).
A Programming course in large-scale relational database environment using host languages. Database
design and implementation of online applications using some of the programmatic extensions to Structured
Query Language (SQL) supported by top of the line enterprise Relational Database Management Systems
(RDBMS). Topics covered in this course include: database programming using open architectures,
embedded and dynamic query languages, procedural extension of query languages, stored procedures and
triggers, data transformation techniques to enhance interoperability of data, and introduction to extensible
markup data definition and retrieval languages.
550 Design and Analysis of Algorithms. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in CSCI 220 and MATH 141)
An introduction to the design and analysis of fundamental algorithms in computer science. The algorithmic
design paradigms such as the greedy method, divide and conquer, dynamic programming, backtracking, and
branch-and-bound. The analyses of algorithms from different areas such as searching, sorting, graph theory,
combinatorial optimization, and computational geometry. An introduction to the theory of NPcompleteness.
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562 Numerical Methods. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 242 and MATH 544 or
Department permission, and a working knowledge of programming) An introduction to numerical
methods used in solving equations and systems of equations, numerical integration, differential
equations, interpolation and approximation of functions.
590 Math/CS Capstone Seminar. [=MATH 590](3) (Prereq: Senior standing in Math/CS, Industrial
Math, or Math Ed major, or Department permission). Intended primarily for Math/CS, Industrial Math, and
Math Ed Majors. Each student is required to do an in-depth study of some topic to be presented orally and
in writing in class, and to participate in the discussion and debate of topics presented by other
students. Topics will be tied together under a common theme chosen by the faculty.
Mathematics (MATH)
103 Mathematics in Society (3) Contemporary mathematical thinking is emphasized through the study of
consumer finance and financial management, counting methods and probability, and an introduction to
statistics and its uses in today’s world. Appropriate technology will be used to support the course. MATH
103 and MATH 104 may be taken in any order.
104 Mathematics for Practical Purposes. (3) The study of number theory, set theory, linear equations
and inequalities, quadratic and exponential functions and their uses in the real world. Appropriate
technology will be used to support the course. MATH 103 and MATH 104 may be taken in any order.
108 Applied College Algebra. (3) (Prereq: by appropriate score on the mathematics placement exam or by
Department permission. Completing MATH 104 with a grade of C or better can satisfy the placement exam
requirement). Study of functions and graphical methods with the aid of technology. Topics include linear,
quadratic, exponential, and other functions; solving equations; properties of logarithms and exponents.
Emphasis will be on using algebra as a language for expressing problems and using algebraic and graphical
methods for solving problems, data analysis, and other applications. Required graphing calculator specified
in course schedule. (Four hours per week typically divided into 2 hours lecture and 2 hours collaborative
learning, discussion, and exploratory activities.)
111 Precalculus Mathematics I. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in MATH 108, or
Department permission; may be taken concurrently with MATH 112) Topics in algebra specifically needed
for MATH 141, 142, 241: the study of equations and inequalities, graphs, functions and inverse functions,
conic sections, zeros of polynomials, and systems of equations and inequalities.
112 Precalculus Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in MATH 108, or
Department permission; may be taken concurrently with but not before MATH 111) Topics in trigonometry
specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241: trigonometric functions and their applications. Includes the
study of complex numbers, vectors and polar coordinates.
122 Survey of Calculus with Applications. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in MATH
108, or Department permission). An intuitive approach to the concepts and applications of differential
calculus through the study of rates of change and their interpretations, using data-driven, technology-based
modeling. Topics include linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, and logistic models for discrete data; rates of
change; calculating derivatives; interpreting derivatives as rates of change; relating first and second
derivatives to graphs; and optimization. (Not intended for those who plan to take more than one calculus
course).
141 Calculus I. (4) (Prereq: by placement, Department permission, or grade of C or better in
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MATH 111 and MATH 112) Functions; limits; derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential,
and logarithmic functions; graphical concepts including parametric equations; and introduction to
integration. (5 contact hours a week integrating lecture and lab activities).
142 Calculus II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 141 or Department permission)
Integration including change of variable and integration by parts; applications to area and volume.
Infinite series including power series, Taylor's formula, and approximations. (5 contact hours a week
integrating lecture and lab activities.)
170 Finite Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in MATH 108, or Department
permission) Matrices, systems of linear equations, linear programming, permutations and combinations,
elementary probability and statistics, mathematics of finance. (A student who earned credit for MATH 121
may not take MATH 170 for credit.)
174 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: by mathematics placement
above MATH 111, completion of either MATH 111 or MATH 170 with a grade of C or better, or
Department permission) Basic mathematics needed for the study of computer science: Propositions and
predicates; mathematical induction, sets, relations, Boolean algebra, automata, grammars and languages,
computable functions.
221 Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I. (3) The meaning of number, fundamental operations
of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open
only to students in elementary education, early childhood education, or others pursuing add-on certification
in elementary education. This course cannot be taken for general education mathematics credit by students
who are not graduating in the elementary, early childhood or special education programs. MATH 221 and
MATH 222 may be taken in any order.
222 Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH
108 or Department permission) Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra. Open only to students in
elementary education, early childhood education, or others pursuing add-on certification in elementary
education. This course cannot be taken for general education mathematics credit by students who are not
graduating in the elementary, early childhood or special education programs. MATH 221 and MATH 222
may be taken in any order.
241 Calculus III. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 142 or Department permission) Vector
algebra and vector calculus, including gradients, vector fields, line integrals, multiple integrals,
divergence and rotation, Jacobians, and cylindrical and spherical coordinates.
242 Ordinary Differential Equations. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 142 or
Department permission) First order and linear higher order ordinary differential equations, systems of
equations, Laplace transforms.
399 Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: Department permission) Directed independent project.
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420 History of Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in MATH 142 and MATH
174 or Department permission) A survey of the development of mathematics from ancient times to the
present with emphasis on the development of algebra, geometry, and calculus, and the contributions of
mathematics to advances in science and technology.
492 Topics in Mathematics. (3 each) (Prereq: Department permission) Study of selected mathematical
topics. To be offered as a lecture course on a "demand basis" only.
503 Geometry for Middle and High School/General Mathematics Teachers (3) (Prereq: by
examination placement above MATH 112, a grade of C or better in MATH 221 or MATH 222, or
by a grade of C or better in MATH 111 and MATH 112, or Department permission). Topics include:
methods of proofs, concepts and selected theorems of Euclidean geometry with a concentration on
proofs/problem-solving using geometric concepts with selected software. Open only to Education majors.
518 Industrial Mathematics I. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in MATH 174 and MATH 544 and
STAT 509) The construction of mathematical models for applied problems using discrete
mathematics and statistics. This course emphasizes the use of advanced mathematical methods for
the solution of "real world" problems arising from an industrial setting.
519 Industrial Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in MATH 242 and MATH
544) The construction of mathematical models for applied problems in terms of ordinary and partial
differential equations. This course emphasizes the use of advanced mathematical methods for the
solution of "real world" problems arising from an industrial setting.
531 Foundations of Geometry. (3) (Prereq: MATH 241 or Department permission) The study of
geometry as a logical system based upon postulates and undefined terms. The fundamental concepts
of Euclidean geometry developed rigorously on the basis of a set of postulates. Some topics from
non-Euclidean geometry.
544 Linear Algebra. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 241 or Department permission) Vector
spaces, linear transformations and matrices, determinants. Systems of
equations, inversion, characteristic equations, eigenvectors, eigenvalues, Cayley-Hamilton theorem,
quadratic forms, Jordan and rational forms, functions of matrices.
546 Introduction to Algebraic Structures. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in both MATH 241 and
MATH 174, or Department permission) Sets, mappings, equivalence relations. Elementary properties of
semi-groups, groups, rings, fields.
550 Advanced Multivariable Calculus. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 241 or
Department permission) Vector calculus of n-variables; implicit and inverse function theorems;
extremum problems; Lagrange multipliers; Taylor series; Jacobians; multiple integrals; line integrals;
vector fields; surface integrals; theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss.
552 Complex Variables. (3) (Prereq: A grade of C or better in MATH 241). Complex
integration, calculus of residues, conformal mapping, Taylor and Laurent series expansions,
applications.
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554 Introduction to Analysis. (3) (Prereq: MATH 241) Theory of functions of one variable;
limits; continuity; differentiation, integration; Taylor series; power series; sequences and series of
functions.
590 Math/CS Capstone Seminar. (=CSCI 590) (3) (Prereq: Senior standing in Math/CS, Industrial Math
or Math Ed major, or Department permission). Intended primarily for Math/CS majors, Industrial Math
majors and Math Ed majors. Each student is required to do an in-depth study of some topic to be presented
orally and in writing in class, and to participate in the discussion and debate of topics presented by other
students. Topics will be tied together under a common theme chosen by the faculty.
Statistics (STAT)
201 Elementary Statistics. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 108, or Department permission. An
introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics,
probability, sampling, tests of hypotheses, estimation, simple linear regression, and correlation. To give
students from throughout the university a non-calculus based introduction to the application of modern
statistical methods including descriptive and inferential statistics. Appropriate technology will be used to
support the course. Primarily for students in fields other than Mathematics who need a working knowledge
of statistics. (Four hours per week typically divided into two hours of lecture and two hours of collaborative
learning, discussion, and exploratory activities.
509 Statistics. (3) (Prereq: A grade of C or better in MATH 141; or in both MATH 122 and one
of MATH 170, STAT 201, or PSYC 225; or Department permission). Basic probability and
statistics with applications. Data collection and organization, elementary probability, random
variables and their distributions, estimation and tests of hypotheses, linear regression and correlation,
analysis of variance, applications and use of a statistical package.
510 Statistical Quality Assurance. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in STAT 509) Basic
graphical techniques and control charts. Experimentation in quality assurance. Sampling issues.
Other topics include process capability studies, error analysis, estimation and reliability.
Engineering (ENCP)
101 Introduction to Engineering I. (3) Engineering problem solving using computers and other
engineering tools.
102 Introduction to Engineering II. (3) Introduction to basic concepts in engineering graphics as a means
of communication, including orthographic projections, descriptive modeling, and computer graphics.
200 Statics. (3) (Prereq: MATH 141) Introduction to the principles of mechanics. Equilibrium of particles
and rigid bodies. Distributed forces, centroids and centers of gravity. Moments of inertia of areas. Analysis
of simple structures and machines. A study of various types of friction.
210 Dynamics. (3) (Prereq: ENCP 200) Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies. Kinetics of particles with
emphasis on Newton’s second law; energy and momentum methods for the solution of problems.
Applications of plane motion of rigid bodies.
260 Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids. (3) (Prereq: ENCP 200 and a grade of C or better in MATH
142, or Department permission). Concepts of stress and strain; stress analysis of basic structural members,
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consideration of combined stress, including Mohr’s Circle; introductory analysis of deflection; buckling of
columns.
290 Thermodynamic Fundamentals. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in MATH 142) Definitions, work,
heat and energy. First law analyses of systems and control volumes. Second law analysis.
Electrical Engineering (ELCT)
221 Circuits. (3) (Prereq: MATH 142). Linear circuit analysis and design.
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