Math and Computer Science

Together with language arts, mathematics forms the classical foundation of the liberal arts. It is the science of space and number, but it is not a science. "Mathematics, though beginning with reminders from the outside world, ends with ideas that it has within" (Proclus). Upon it depend many of the natural and social sciences. Serious students of mathematics also has deep connections with the humanities. Its study also develops general analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.

Good introductory general education courses are calculus (Math 111 or Math 110A/B), statistics (Math 107), a course in pure mathematics (Math 120), and computer science (CS 150). Students should beware that Math 111 presumes a strong background in high school mathematics.

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