Mathematics (Discrete Mathematics/Operations Research Specialization), B.S.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

• demonstrate mathematical/statistical modeling skills by translating a real world problem into an abstract model so that mathematical/statistical tools can be applied to it. (CT)
• apply mathematical/statistical tools to abstract models of real world phenomena and translate the solutions back into real world quantitative conclusions. (QR)
• demonstrate knowledge of the nature of mathematical proofs and how to make rigorous mathematical arguments. (C)

Contact Information

314 Davidson Mathematics and Science Center
(775) 784-6773
http://www.unr.edu/math/

College of Science Academic Advisors: https://www.unr.edu/science/student-resources/advising

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Graduation Requirements

• Total Units | 120
• Cumulative GPA | 2.0
• University GPA | 2.0
• Major GPA | 2.0
• Residency Requirement | 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
• Major Residency Requirement | 15 Upper-Division Units in the major at UNR
• Upper-Division Requirement | 40 Upper-Division Units

I. Core General Education Requirements (25-28 units)

NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy  .”

Students in this major must meet all Core Objectives (CO1 through CO14). Courses satisfying Core Objectives are designated (e.g., CO9) in General Catalog curricula and course description.

II. Additional Core Requirements (15 units maximum)

Students must take courses that satisfy the following Core Objectives. Some or all of these Core Objectives may be satisfied in the Major Requirements (Section IV). Refer to the Core Curriculum   chapter in this catalog.

III. Additional College Requirements (0 units)

IV. Major Requirements,Discrete Mathematics/Operations Research Option (53 units)

• CS 135 - Computer Science I (3 units)
• CS 202 - Computer Science II (3 units)
• MATH 181 - Calculus I (4 units) CO2 (units counted in General Education Requirement) 
• MATH 182 - Calculus II (4 units)
• MATH 283 - Calculus III (4 units)
• MATH 285 - Differential Equations (3 units)
• MATH 295 - Proof Writing for Math/Stat Majors (3 units)
• MATH 310 - Introduction to Analysis I (3 units)
• MATH 311 - Intro To Analysis II (3 units)
• MATH 330 - Linear Algebra (3 units)
• MATH 485 - Graph Theory & Combinator (3 units)
• MATH 486 - Game Theory (3 units)
• MATH 487 - Deterministic Operations Research (3 units) CO13
• STAT 461 - A First Course in Probability (3 units)
• Additional MATH/STAT courses related to discrete math/operations research numbered 300-499 (
  STAT 352
   ,
  MATH 302
    are not included) (12 units)
  Two courses from outside the MATH/STAT Department may count. For a list of such courses, please consult a MATH/STAT advisor . 

V. Minor Requirements (18-21 units)

Students may complete any minor approved by the University, except that students may not receive credit for both a minor and a major in the same discipline. Completion of a second major or degree approved by the university satisfies this requirement.

VI. Electives (3-9 units)

VII. Recommended Schedule

We assume a 21 unit minor. Students who opt to complete an 18 unit minor, must take 3 additional elective units in order to obtain 120 units total.

Note(s):

1. MATH 485 , MATH 486 , and MATH 487  are offered on a 3-semester rotation; students can take whichever of the three courses is available in a given semester.
2. The elective must be an approved course numbered 300-499, except for 
   MATH 302
    , 
   STAT 352
    , which is related to discrete math/operations research. Some courses from outside the MATH/ STAT Department may count. For a list of such courses, please consult a MATH/STAT advisor.