Florida Institute of Technology
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Mathematical Sciences
Undergraduate Programs
Catalog Table of Contents
| Degree Programs | Major Codes |
|---|---|
| BS - Biomathematics | 7078 |
| BS - Mathematical Sci-Applied Math | 7077 |
| BS - Mathematical Sciences | 7076 |
Bachelor of Science in Biomathematics
| Major Code: | 7078 | Degree Awarded: | Bachelor of Science |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Mode(s): | Classroom | Location(s): | Main Campus - Melbourne |
| Admission Status: | Undergraduate | Age Restriction: | No |
Mathematical biology (biomathematics) is a highly interdisciplinary program at the intersection of mathematics, biology and computer science. The program is offered through collaboration between the mathematics and biology departments. Primarily during the freshman and sophomore years biomathematics majors complete core courses, then specialize during the junior and senior years. Specialization is based on interest in computer science, mathematics or biology, while retaining interdisciplinary training.
The interdisciplinary nature of the program enables undergraduates who are interested in combining mathematics, computer science and biology to be more competitive for graduate programs and careers in bioinformatics, biostatistics, biomedical engineering, biomathematics or medicine.
Degree Requirements
Candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Biomathematics must complete the minimum course requirements as outlined in the following curriculum.
Freshman Year
| FALL |
CREDITS | |
| ASC 1000 | University Experience | 1 |
| BIO 1010 | Biological Discovery 1 | 4 |
| CHM 1101 | General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| COM 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| MTH 1001 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| 16 | ||
| SPRING | CREDITS | |
| BIO 1020 | Biological Discovery 2 | 4 |
| CHM 1102 | Chemistry 2 | 4 |
| COM 1102 | Writing About Literature | 3 |
| CSE 1400 | Applied Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 1002 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| 18 | ||
Sophomore Year
| FALL | CREDITS | |
| BIO 2110 | General Genetics | 4 |
| CHM 2001 | Organic Chemistry 1 | 3 |
| CSE 1001 | Fundamentals of Software Development 1 (CL) |
4 |
| HUM 2051 | Civilization 1 | 3 |
| PHY 1001 | Physics 1 | 4 |
| 18 | ||
| SPRING | CREDITS | |
| BIO 2332 | Primer for Biomath or MTH 32332 Primer for Biomath | 1 |
| CHM 2002 | Organic Chemistry 2 | 3 |
| CSE 1502 | Introduction to Software Development with C++ | 3 |
| MTH 2201 | Differential Equations/Linear Algebra | 4 |
| PHY 2002 | Physics 2 | 4 |
| Humanities Core Course* | 3 | |
| 18 | ||
Junior Year
| FALL | CREDITS | |
| BIO 4990 | Biology Forum | 1 |
| COM 2223 | Scientific and Technical Communication | 3 |
| HUM 2510 | Logic | 3 |
| MTH 2401 | Probability and Statistics** | 3 |
| MTH 3663 | Mathematical Methods for Biology and Ecology | 3 |
| Restricted Elective (2xxx-4xxx BIO, CSE, MTH) | 3 | |
| 16 | ||
| SPRING | CREDITS | |
| BIO 4991 | Undergraduate Research (Q)** | 3 |
| CSE 2502 | Advanced Software Development with C++ | 3 |
| Restricted Electives (2xxx-4xxx BIO, CSE, MTH) | 7 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| 16 | ||
Senior Year
| FALL | CREDITS | |
| BIO 3701 | Evolution | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (2xxx-4xxx BIO, CSE, MTH) | 7 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| 16 | ||
| SPRING | CREDITS | |
| CSE 4051 | Advanced Java Concepts | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective (2xxx-4xxx BIO, CSE, MTH) | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective (Biology course with lab) | 4 | |
| 16 | ||
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED 134
| *Humanities Core Courses | |
| HUM 2052 | Civilization 2: Renaissance Through Modern |
| HUM 2142 | World Art History 2: Early Modern to Post-Colonial |
| HUM 2212 | British and American Literature 1 |
| HUM 2213 | British and American Literature 2 |
| HUM 2331 | American History: Pre-Columbian to Civil War Era |
| HUM 2332 | American History: From Reconstruction to the Present |
Not all humanities core courses are offered online or every term; check the current schedule of classes for humanities core options.
**In junior year-fall, biology students replace MTH 2401 with BIO 2801 Biometry; in junior year-spring, mathematics students replace BIO 4991 with MTH 4990 Undergraduate Research (Q).
Elective Restrictions
Choices of restricted electives are subject to approval by the student’s adviser. At least 30 elective credits must be at the 3000+ level.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences–Applied Mathematics
| Major Code: | 7077 | Degree Awarded: | Bachelor of Science |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Mode(s): | Classroom | Location(s): | Main Campus - Melbourne |
| Admission Status: | Undergraduate | Age Restriction: | No |
During the first two years, mathematics majors share many courses with other students. The applied mathematics program includes courses with extensive theoretical content, as well as applied courses from related departments. Students can choose electives that will enable them to apply mathematics to engineering, the physical sciences, biological sciences, environmental studies, social sciences and business applications. Mathematics graduates who have successfully completed the program are prepared to pursue graduate work or take their place in industry along with engineers and scientists.
Degree Requirements
| Mathematics (37 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| MTH 1001 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MTH 1002 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| MTH 2001 | Calculus 3 | 4 |
| MTH 2051 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 2201 | Differential Equations/Linear Algebra | 4 |
| MTH 2401 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MTH 3102 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH 4101 | Introductory Analysis | 3 |
| MTH 4201 | Models in Applied Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 4311 | Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| MTH 4990 | Undergraduate Research (Q) | 3 |
| Computer Science (9 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| CSE 1502 | Introduction to Software Development with C++ | 3 |
| CSE 1503 | Introduction to Software Development with FORTRAN | 3 |
| CSE 2502 | Advanced Software Development with C++ | 3 |
| Communication and Humanities Core (16 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| ASC 1000 | University Experience | 1 |
| COM 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| COM 1102 | Writing about Literature | 3 |
| COM 2223 | Scientific and Technical Communication | 3 |
| HUM 2051 | Civilization 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Course* |
3 | |
| Science (18 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| CHM 1101 | General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| CHM 1102 | General Chemistry 2 | 4 |
| PHY 1001 | Physics 1 | 4 |
| PHY 2002 | Physics 2 | 4 |
| PHY 2091 | Physics Lab 1 | 1 |
| PHY 2092 | Physics Lab 2 | 1 |
| Electives (42 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| Applied Area | 9 | |
| Free Electives | 6 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (MTH) | 9 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
| Technical Electives | 9 | |
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED 122
Note: Upper-division mathematics courses may be offered in alternate years. Positioning of electives is unrestricted.
| *Humanities Core Courses | |
| HUM 2052 | Civilization 2: Renaissance Through Modern |
| HUM 2142 | World Art History 2: Early Modern to Post-Colonial |
| HUM 2212 | British and American Literature 1 |
| HUM 2213 | British and American Literature 2 |
| HUM 2331 | American History: Pre-Columbian to Civil War Era |
| HUM 2332 | American History: From Reconstruction to the Present |
Not all humanities core courses are offered online or every term; check the current schedule of classes for humanities core options.
Elective Restrictions
Choices of electives are subject to approval by the student’s adviser. Mathematics electives must include at least one proof-based course in addition to the required courses in discrete mathematics and analysis. Examples of suitable courses include Abstract Algebra (MTH 4015) and Advanced Geometry (MTH 4801).
Applied area electives must be taken from a single area of application. Typically, this means from a single department or program other than mathematics. Any science or engineering program can be chosen. Suitably chosen management courses (courses with mathematics prerequisites) can also be taken. At least 30 elective credits must be at the 3000-level (or higher).
Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences
| Major Code: | 7076 | Degree Awarded: | Bachelor of Science |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Mode(s): | Classroom | Location(s): | Main Campus - Melbourne |
| Admission Status: | Undergraduate | Age Restriction: | No |
During the first two years, our majors share many courses with other students. The mathematical sciences program is interdisciplinary and designed to meet the needs of students in the 21st century. At this time, applications of mathematics across disciplines routinely occur in engineering, science and industry. The curriculum includes courses in mathematics as well as applied courses from related departments. Students can choose electives that will enable them to apply mathematics to engineering, the physical sciences, biological sciences, environmental studies, social sciences and business applications. Mathematics graduates are prepared to pursue graduate work or take their place in industry along with engineers and scientists.
Degree Requirements
| Mathematics (28 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| MTH 1001 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MTH 1002 | Calculus 2 | 4 |
| MTH 2001 | Calculus 3 | 4 |
| MTH 2201 | Differential Equations/Linear Algebra | 4 |
| MTH 3102 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH 4101 | Introductory Analysis | 3 |
| MTH 4201 | Models in Applied Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 4990 | Undergraduate Research (Q) | 3 |
Computer Literacy (6 credit hours)
At least two courses designated as CL, one of which involves using a high level programming language.
| Communication and Humanities Core (13 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| ASC 1000 | University Experience | 1 |
| COM 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| COM 1102 | Writing about Literature | 3 |
| HUM 2051 | Civilization 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Course* |
3 | |
| Science (16 credit hours from the following) | CREDITS | |
| BIO 1010 | Biological Discovery 1 | 4 |
| BIO 1020 | Biological Discovery 2 | 4 |
| CHM 1101 | General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| CHM 1102 | General Chemistry 2 | 4 |
| PHY 1001 | Physics 1 | 4 |
| PHY 2002 | Physics 2 | 4 |
| PHY 2091 | Physics Lab 1 | 1 |
| PHY 2092 | Physics Lab 2 | 1 |
| Electives (60 credit hours) | CREDITS | |
| Applied Area | 9 | |
| Free Electives | 12 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective (COM) | 3 | |
| Restricted Electives (MTH) | 6 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
| Technical Electives | 24 | |
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED 123
Note: Upper-division mathematics courses may be offerred in alternate years.
| *Humanities Core Courses | |
| HUM 2052 | Civilization 2: Renaissance Through Modern |
| HUM 2142 | World Art History 2: Early Modern to Post-Colonial |
| HUM 2212 | British and American Literature 1 |
| HUM 2213 | British and American Literature 2 |
| HUM 2331 | American History: Pre-Columbian to Civil War Era |
| HUM 2332 | American History: From Reconstruction to the Present |
Not all humanities core courses are offered online or every term; check the current schedule of classes for humanities core options.
Elective Restrictions
Positioning of electives is unrestricted. At least 30 elective credits must be at the 3000 level or above. Choices of electives are subject to approval by the student’s adviser. Mathematics electives must include at least one proof-based course in addition to the required courses in linear algebra and analysis.
Applied area electives must be taken from a single area of application. Typically, this means from a single department or program other than mathematics. Any science or engineering program can be chosen. Suitably chosen management courses (courses with mathematics prerequisites) can also be taken.