Computer Science and Computer Information Systems
The computer science program recognizes the growing and pervasive use of computers and believes that liberal arts colleges are the correct place to explore the function and use of computers. Such study stimulates students’ intellectual development, encourages critical thinking, and teaches analytical evaluation and quantification of observations.
- Students will develop a coherent and broad-based understanding of the discipline of computer science, including an appreciation for its intellectual depth and for its abstract issues.
- Students will be prepared to apply their knowledge to produce computer solutions to problems large and small.
- Students will confront the ethical and social issues associated with the computing field and be prepared to face the personal ethical challenges of the discipline.
- Students will learn to work and communicate effectively with their peers through group projects and through assignments emphasizing oral and written communication skills.
- Students will be prepared for success in the computing profession or in graduate school in accordance with their personal ability and goals.
Mathematics
The mathematics program helps students understand the structure of mathematics, demonstrate skills, solve problems, and apply mathematics in meaningful vocations and services. Students use computers on an NT network located near mathematics classrooms and have use of them both inside and outside of class.
- Students will develop a coherent and broad-based understanding of the mathematics discipline consistent with the current MAA recommendations.
- Students will be prepared for entry into mathematics professions such as actuarial scientist or applied mathematician, for graduate study, and for the professional and personal challenges of the discipline.
- Students will appreciate mathematical knowledge and skills and be prepared to confront the ethical and societal issues associated with the mathematics profession.
- Students will be prepared to apply their knowledge of mathematics and computer technology to specific problems and produce solutions.
- After graduation, students who have completed the mathematics major and have sought employment will be employed in a math related field or enrolled in graduate school.
Physics
The physics program provides in-depth instruction for physics majors with special emphasis in physics education and preparation for graduate school. Small class size encourages informal interaction between faculty and students. The physics program provides laboratory and research equipment that includes microcomputers, electromagnets, oscilloscopes, lasers, vacuum pumps, multichannel fast Fourier trans-form analyzer, and telescopes.
- Students will know models for thinking about mechanical, electromagnetic, atomic/quantum, and relativistic systems.
- Students will be able individually and in teams to use numerical, computational, mathematical, and visual tools to analyze and solve problems.
- Students will demonstrate ability to work collaboratively to articulate, design, conduct, and communicate results of experiments.
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