Mathematics and Computer Science Department
Whether you鈥檙e interested in a career in a cutting-edge technological field, enamored of programming or networking, excited about a career teaching mathematics at the high school level, or interested in mathematics in general, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science will help you to acquire the knowledge to turn your interests into expertise.
Undergraduate Programs
There are few fields with greater possibilities for the future than math and computer
science. WCU鈥檚 Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers undergraduate
degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Computer Science. We also offer
a Minor in Mathematics and a Minor in Computer Science.
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) in Mathematics
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(offered to students majoring in elementary education, middle grades education, or physical education.)
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science (Accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET)
Our department faculty members are committed to excellence in teaching, and that
commitment shows through our student-focused programs and engaging in-depth curriculum.
Located in Stillwell 437, the Mathematics and Computer Science Tutoring Center offers
space for students to work on their assignments and to get help from the knowledgeable
tutors on staff.
If you would like to register for MATH 146 or MATH 153, we need to make you aware
of our placement assessment policy as you may get an error message if you attempt
to register for the course without having the listed prerequisite course.
Departmental Computing Facilities
The departmental computing lab, located in Stillwell 434, has ample space for student
to gather for work and contains computers running Linux (Debian) and Microsoft Windows.
Students involved with the Mathematics and Computer Science department have started several clubs and organizations with a range of interests Below are some of the currently active clubs in the department.
WCU's Mathematics and Computer Science Department is one of the host sites for the
Annual NCCTM Regional Mathematics Contest. More than 400 of Western North Carolina's
top middle and high school students regularly compete in the event.
