Computational Mathematics at Grenfell Campus

The degree is a B.Sc. major in Mathematics that aims to cover essential undergraduate topics in mathematics and to develop rigorous logical thinking. The program also equips students with computational techniques to model and solve real-world problems.

Computational Mathematics is the language of your future. You'll need it to navigate the numbers and wield the evolving tools of industry.

Apply for admission directly from high school. If you have attended another post-secondary institution, you can apply for advanced standing. You should meet with an academic adviser to discuss transfer credits and appropriate course selection.

CAREER/ADVANCED STUDY OPPORTUNITES:

Mathematics is found everywhere and that means mathematicians are needed everywhere. Computational mathematics focuses on solving real world problems with computational techniques. This gives graduates the inside track on jobs in business and computing. This program gives you critical thinking and analytical skills that you can apply to virtually any job or further education.

With a degree in computational mathematics, career industries include:

-Software Development -Market/Risk Analysis -Aerospace and Aviation -Telecommunications -Biotechnology -Entrepreneurial Ventures

-Accountant -Demography -Epidemiology -Forensic Science -Meteorology -Financial advising

Using computational mathematics as a first degree is a great way to prepare to become a:

-Doctor

-Lawyer

-Teacher

A quick look at the degree:

1000 level Math Courses	2000 level Math Courses	3000 level Math Courses	4000 level Math Courses	Other Courses Required/Suggested
-Math 1000 -Math 1001	-Math 2000 -Math 2050 -Math 2051 -Math 2130 -Math 2320	-Math 3000 -Math 3132 -Math 3240 -3 more courses at the 3000 level	-Math 4242 -Math 4950 -1 more course at the 4000 level	-Engi 1020 -Engl 1000 -Engl 1001 -1000 level Physics -Phil 2210 -Stats 2550

Sample first and second year courses:

Math 1000 stream

Year One
Fall Semester		Winter Semester		Intersession
September - December		January - April		May – June
	Math 1000 Engi 1020 Engl 1000 Phys 1050 Elective		Math 1001 Math 2050 Engl 1001 Elective^α Elective
Year Two
Fall Semester		Winter Semester		Intersession
September - December		January - April		May – June
	Math 2000 Stats 2550^α Elective^γ Elective Elective		Math 2320 Math 2130 Math 3XXX^β Elective Elective

^αSome students may wish to complete Statistics 2550 in their first year.

^βMath 3202 or Math 3260 will be offered each year.

^γPhil 2210 is recommended early in the program.

Math 1090 stream

Year One
Fall Semester		Winter Semester		Intersession
September - December		January - April		May – June
	Math 1090 Engl 1000 Phys 1020 Elective Elective		Math 1000 Math 2050 Engl 1001 Elective Elective	Math 1001 Stats 2550^δ
Year Two
Fall Semester		Winter Semester		Intersession
September - December		January - April		May – June
	Math 2000 Engi 1020 Elective^δ Elective^γ Elective		Math 2320 Math 2130 Math 3XXX^β Elective Elective

^δSome students may wish to complete Statistics 2550 in their first year.

^βMath 3202 or Math 3260 will be offered each year.

^γPhil 2210 is recommended early in the program.

Students should consider electives that will lead to the completion of requirements for a minor also. For example, students may want to take courses leading to the completion of a minor in Business, Economics, or Physics.