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The world is quickly changing. You need to be able to change with it. You want to be able to solve tomorrow's problems today. This requires technical skills, analytical ability, appreciation for detail, and the ability to communicate. UW-Stout's Applied Mathematics and Computer Science program can provide you with all of these. With these skills, you will be able to master the technological challenges facing business and industry. Our graduates apply what they have learned to solve technical problems, make everyday business decisions, and plan for the future.

The Applied Mathematics and Computer Science curriculum is based on a core of mathematics, computer science, and statistics. It is enhanced with courses such as writing, business, economics, and science. The theoretical concepts learned are complemented by hands-on projects, group work, and presentation opportunities.

Employment opportunities exist on campus. You can use your knowledge to earn extra money as you tutor other students in mathematics or computer science, work with faculty on research projects, or work at various other technical jobs around campus. You can get industry experience while you earn a salary and academic credit by completing a co-op or internship during your junior or senior year.

Preparing for UW-Stout

High school preparation should include four years of mathematics. If you have not taken a trigonometry course in high school, then a pre-calculus course should be taken prior to enrolling in calculus and analytical geometry. An introductory computer course is also recommended, but not required. Communication skills and applied problem solving skills are important. Therefore we recommend that you take as many English and science courses as possible.

Starting Out

During your first semesters at UW-Stout, you will enroll in a combination of general education and major core courses. General education courses, including English composition, speech, science, and others, are required of all students at UW-Stout. Your schedule will include major courses in calculus and computer science. To discuss your academic progress and future course work, you will meet regularly with your advisor. Together you will develop an academic plan for graduation to help you achieve your career objectives. Student-faculty rapport is a UW-Stout tradition. You will get to know your teachers, especially your calculus and computer science teachers, during your first year.

As You Progress

After the basic courses have been completed, your schedule each semester will include course work in mathematics, computer science, and the related core area of your concentration. Depending on your goals, your concentration will lead to careers in:

A blending of course work ensures that you understand the theoretical concepts supporting analytical techniques and their practical applications.

Co-op and internship experiences are encouraged and become an integral part of your education. They give you hands-on experience in industry, allowing you to acquire an appreciation of career expectations and an understanding of the relevance of your academic course work. You will develop communication and interpersonal skills while obtaining valuable work experience in your field. In addition, these are salaried positions so the experience helps to pay your educational costs.

Rewarding Careers

The role of mathematics, computer science, and statistics in a highly scientific-technological society is basic and essential. Business and industry are increasingly dependent on the application of these areas to meet society's needs. Growth in the use of technology in every aspect of business and industry creates an increasing demand for our graduates. Factors such as work experience, grade point average, and economic cycles do have an impact on job opportunities.

In the 2006-07 year, beginning salaries ranged from $16,000 to $65,000 per year with an average of approximately $43,000.