designers or to prepare them for advanced study in graduate schools. Students will learn skills in programming, systems, information security, databases, game programming, and networking components. The baccalaureate degree program in computer science is modeled in accordance with guidelines established by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

The Master of Science in Computer Science Technology Program offers students the opportunity to combine a sound foundation and a professionally-oriented computer science education with the applied and in-demand skills necessary for today's careers in technology. The program is designed to be flexible enough to accommodate the needs of students who have completed an undergraduate degree in computer science and want to further their studies and those with degrees in areas other than computer science, who seek to broaden their education in the discipline. All of our graduate classes are offered in the evenings or online. See Graduate Programs for program information.

Knowledge of mathematical facts and procedures is indispensable to a satisfactory understanding of every field of science. This is true for both the physical and biological sciences, and even the humanities are influenced by the traditions of mathematical knowledge. Mathematical skills and processes are central to the development and practice of critical thought and expression. Physics is the science that seeks to employ mathematics to explain the universe and its phenomena. Courses in mathematics and physics at Kentucky State University are designed to integrate theoretical and practical topics.

The School of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a Mathematics degree with three options: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics/ Pre- Engineering, and Mathematics Education. Minors in Mathematics and Physics are also offered. Incoming students who desire to pursue a mathematics degree option should declare a Pre- Mathematics major. Once a student has completed MAT 120 with a grade of "C" or better, he or she may request in writing to the School of Mathematics and Computer Science to convert to a Mathematics major. Both Pre-Mathematics and Mathematics majors are to be advised by Mathematics advisors.

Bachelor of Science Mathematics-Pure Mathematics 120 credits

Liberal Studies Requirements 45 hours

Must include MAT 131 and PHY 211. Honors students must take MAT 131, PHY 211, and MAT 304 in place of HON 122 and HON 221.

A grade of C or better must be earned in the following courses. MAT 132 MAT 231 MAT 232 MAT 300 MAT 307 MAT 321 MAT 401 MAT 403 Concentration/Specialization 9 hours MAT 460 Choose two from MAT 402, MAT 333, or MAT 322 Note: On the basis of placement test scores, students may also be required to complete MAT 115, or MAT 120. Support Courses 19 hours A grade of C or better must be earned in the following courses. COS 108 COS 109 PHY 212 Two additional upper division MAT courses approved by mathematics faculty

Other degree requirements

The comprehensive exit assessment is completion of MAT 460 with a grade of C or better.

BA in Mathematics-Pure

Mathematics - Pure Mathematics 120 credits

Liberal Studies Requirements 43 hours Must include MAT 131.

Core Courses 21 hours The University

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