Majors

After competing a major in Mathematics, Mathematics for Secondary Education, or Computer Science, a student should be able to:

Think critically, and formulate and solve problems.
Perform complex mathematical or computing tasks.
Undertake independent work and be able to develop an understanding of unfamiliar concepts in mathematics or computer science.
Know the contemporary contexts (and in some cases the historical roots) of the practice of mathematics or computer science.
Read and understand technically based materials.
Use technology to analyze and solve problems.

In addition, graduates in Mathematics for Secondary Education should be able to:

Develop knowledge of and an ability to use and evaluate instructional materials and technology for their classrooms
Observe and analyze a range of approaches to mathematics teaching and learning, focusing on the tasks, discourse, environment, and assessment.