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MEMORANDUM
ATTENTION
Senate
FROM
Gordon Myers, Chair
Senate Committee on
Undergraduate Studies
RE:
Faculty of Science (SCUS 12-54]
DATE
January 11, 2013
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For information:
Acting under delegated authority at its meeting of January 10, 2013, SCUS approved the
following curriculum revisions effective Fall 2013:
1. Department of Biological Sciences [SCUS 12-54a)
(i]
Prerequisite change to BISC 307/307W
[ii]
Changes to Stream requirements in the Majorand Honours programs
2. Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
(SCUS 12-54-d]
(i)
Number, title, description and prerequisite change for MBB 242
[ii]
Prerequisite change for MBB 222, 231
3. Department of Math (SCUS 12-54e)
(i)
Upper Division requirement changes to the Mathematics Major and Honours
programs
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Biological Sciences Majors Program
Program Requirements
Students complete 120 units, as specified below.
Students should complete the lower division core requirements within the first 60 units (four terms), and
are required to maintain a minimum 2.00 grade point average (GPA) in these courses.
Students are encouraged to choose their stream upon lower division core completion. Students who have
had more than five course repeats are normally not permitted to remain in the program. Direct entry to the
BISC major upon acceptance to the University is possible if Faculty of Science criteria is met.
Basic unit requirements include
BISC/MBB (lower division) 20 units
non BISC/MBB (lower division) 27 units
BISC/MBB (upper division) 36 units
electives 37 units*
Lower Division Requirements
Students normally complete the following chemistry, mathematics and physics requirements as well as the
lower division biological sciences courses within the first 60 units (four terms) of study.
Students complete all of
•
BISC 101 General Biology (4)
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BISC 102 General Biology (4)
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BISC 202 Genetics (3)
•
BISC 204 Introduction to Ecology (3)
•
CHEM 121 General Chemistry and Laboratory I (4)
•
CHEM 122 General Chemistry
11 (2)
•
CHEM 281 Organic Chemistry I (4)
•
MBB 222 Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)
•
MBB 231 Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)
•
STAT 201 Statistics for the Life Sciences (3)
and one of
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CHEM 282 Organic Chemistry 11 (2)
•
CHEM 283 Organic Chemistry lib (3)
and one of
•
MATH 150 Calculus 1 with Review (4)
•
MATH 151 Calculus 1(3)
•
MATH 154 Calculus I for the Biological Sciences (3)
and one of
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MATH 152 Calculus II (3)
•
MATH 155 Calculus II for the Biological Sciences (3)
and one of
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PHYS 101 Physics for the Life Sciences 1(3)
•
PHYS 120 Mechanics and Modern Physics (3)
•
PHYS 125 Mechanics and Special Relativity (3)
•
PHYS 140 Studio Physics - Mechanics and Modern Physics (4)
and one of
•
PHYS 102 Physics for the Life Sciences II (3)
•
PHYS 121 Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (3)
•
PHYS 126 Electricity, Magnetism and Light (3)
•
PHYS 141 Studio Physics - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (4)
Students are encouraged to complete a fiill year oforganic chemistry. Medical, dental or veterinary school
applicants should include all CHEM courses that are listed above.
Upper Division Requirements
Entry into courses numbered 300 and above normally requires completion ofthe lower division
requirements. Prerequisites for any course may be waived with the approval of the department.
Studentscompletea minimum of 12 upperdivision coursesby completing all of the following, with a grade
of C- or better(this
minimum grade requirement also applies to BISCand MBBprerequisites).
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BISC 300 Evolution (3)
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BISC 333 Developmental Biology (3)
and one of
•
BISC 305 Animal Physiology (3)
•
BISC 366 Plant Physiology (3)
and at least one of
•
BISC 303 Microbiology (4)
•
BISC 306 Invertebrate Biology (4)
•
BISC 316 Vertebrate Biology (4)
•
BISC 317 Insect Biology (3)
•
BISC 326 Biology of Algae and Fungi (3)
•
BISC 337 Plant Biology (4)
•
BISC 418 Parasitology (3)
Stream Requirement
In addition to the above requirements, students choose remaining requirements in an areaof specialization
by completing one ofthree streams: cells, molecules and physiology; ecology, evolution and conservation;
and an open stream. The open stream provides broad biological training,or may be used to specialize in an
areanot offered by the main streams (consult the undergraduate
program advisor, individual faculty, or
department website for advice on other areasof specialization). The course requirements for each stream
are as follows.
Cells, Molecules and Physiology Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete two of
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BISC 302W Genetic Analysis (3)
•
BISC 307W Animal Physiology Laboratory(3)
•
BISC 357 Gene Cloning (3)
•
BISC 367W Plant Physiology Laboratory (3)
and three of
•
BISC 303 Microbiology (4)
•
BISC 313 Environmental Toxicology (3)
•
BISC 403 Current Topics in Cell Biology (3)
•
BISC 405 Neurobiology (3)
•
BISC 429W Separation Methods in Biology (4)
•
BISC 430 Microbe-Plant Interactions (3)
•
BISC 432 Chemical Pesticides and the Environment (3)
BISC 439 Industrial Microbiology (4)
•
BISC 445 Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)
•
BISC 449 Histological Techniques in Biology (4)
•
BISC 455 Endocrinology (3)
•
BISC 457 Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (3)
•
BISC 497W Undergraduate Research: Writing Intensive (3)
•
BISC 498 Undergraduate Research I (3)
•
BISC 499 Undergraduate Research II (3)
andthree elective courses (nine units) from any upper division undergraduate BISC courses, or from other
units at Simon
Fraser University such asthe Department of Molecular Biologyand Biochemistry,
Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Department of Physics, and the Faculty of Health
Sciences, which may countasoptions towards thisstream, subject to theapproval by the department.
Normally no morethan two courses from other unitsmay be usedto satisfy stream requirements and
additional upper division biology course requirements. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which
may include one of BISC 497W, 498, 499) amongtheir upper division courses.
Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete
STAT 302 Analysis ofExperimental and Observational Data (3)
and at least one of
•
BISC 304W Animal Ecology (3)
•
BISC 404W Plant Ecology (3)
and four of
BISC 309 Conservation Biology (3)
BISC 310 The Natural History
ofBritish Columbia (3)
BISC 406 Marine Biology and Oceanography (3)
BISC 407 Population Dynamics (3)
BISC 410 Behavioral Ecology (3)
BISC 413 Fisheries Ecology (3)
BISC 414 Limnology (3)
BISC 419 Wildlife Biology (3)
BISC 422 Population Genetics (3)
BISC 434 Paleoecology and Palynology (3)
BISC 435 Introduction to Pest Management (3)
BISC 440 Biodiversity
(3)
BISC 440W Biodiversity (3)
BISC 441 Evolution ofHealth and Disease (3)
BISC 445 Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)
BISC 497W Undergraduate Research: Writing Intensive (3)
BISC 498 Undergraduate Research I (3)
BISC 499 Undergraduate Research II (3)
and two elective courses (six units) chosen from any upper division undergraduate BISC courses. Courses
from other units at Simon Fraser University such as the Faculty of Environment and MASC courses may
count as options toward this stream, subject to approval by the department. Normally no more than two
courses from other units and no more than three research intensive courses (BISC 490, 491, 492W, 497W,
498, or 499) may be used to satisfY stream requirements and additional upper division biology course
requirements. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which may include one of BISC 497W, 498,
499) among their upper division courses.
Open Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete an additional 8 courses (totalinRa minimum of 24 units)
chosen from any upper division undergraduate BISC courses.
Courses from other units at Simon Fraser University may count as options toward this stream, subject to
approval by the department.
Normally no more than two courses from other units and no more than three research intensive courses
(BISC 490, 491, 492W, 497W, 498, or 499) may beused to satisfy upper division biology course
requirements.
Students complete a total of five lab courses (which may include one ofBISC 497W,498, 499) among
their upper division courses.
Biological Sciences Honours Program
This honours program offers independent research and in-depth study. It requires minimum of 132 units as
specified below. Entry requires a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 or higher (Bstanding),
and department permission. Students complete all lower division requirements as shown below, and at least
15 upperdivision units in biological sciences prior to application forentry. Students should contact an
advisor before enrolment.
Program Requirement
Students should complete the lower division core requirements within the first 60 units (fourterms).
Studentsare encouraged to choosetheir stream upon lowerdivision core completion. Studentswho have
had more than five course repeats are normally not permitted to remainin the program. Directentry to the
BISC major upon acceptance to the University is possible if Faculty of Science criteria is met.
Basic unit requirements include
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BISC/MBB (lower division) 20 units
•
non BISC/MBB (lower division) 27 units
•
BISC/MBB (upper division) 45 units
•
electives 25 units
•
honours thesis 15 units
•
total (minimum) 132 units
Lower Division Requirements
Students normally complete the following chemistry, mathematics and physics requirements as well as the
lower division biological sciences courses within the first 60 units (four terms) of study.
Students complete all of
•
BISC 101 General Biology (4)
•
BISC 102 General Biology (4)
•
BISC 202 Genetics (3)
•
BISC 204 Introduction to Ecology (3)
•
CHEM 121 General Chemistry and Laboratory 1(4)
•
CHEM 122 General Chemistry II (2)
•
CHEM 281 Organic Chemistry I (4)
•
MBB 222 Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (3)
•
MBB 231 Cellular Biology and Biochemistry (3)
•
STAT 201 Statistics for the Life Sciences (3)
and one of
•
CHEM 282 Organic Chemistry II (2)
•
CHEM 283 Organic Chemistry lib (3)
and one of
•
MATH 150 Calculus I with Review (4)
•
MATH 151 Calculus 1(3)
•
MATH 154 Calculus I for the Biological Sciences (3)
and one of
•
MATH 152 Calculus II (3)
•
MATH 155 Calculus II for the Biological Sciences (3)
and one of
•
PHYS 101 Physics forthe Life Sciences 1(3)
•
PHYS 120 Mechanics and Modern Physics (3)
•
PHYS 125 Mechanics and Special Relativity (3)
•
PHYS 140 Studio Physics - Mechanics and Modern Physics (4)
and one of
•
PHYS 102 Physics for the Life Sciences II (3)
•
PHYS 121 Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (3)
•
PHYS 126 Electricity, Magnetism and Light (3)
•
PHYS 141 Studio Physics - Optics, Electricity and Magnetism (4)
Students are encouraged to complete a full year oforganic chemistry. Medical, dental or veterinary school
applicants should includeall CHEM courses that are listed above.
Upper Division Requirements
Entry into courses numbered 300 and above normally requires completion ofthe lower division
requirements. Prerequisites for any coursemay be waived with the
approval ofthe department.
Honours students will complete a minimum of 60 upper division units in biological sciences, or related
subjects approved by the department, which must includea research-based honoursthesis as specified
below.
Students complete a minimum of 12 upper division coursesby completing all ofthe following, with a grade
ofC- or better (this minimum grade requirement also applies to BISC and MBB prerequisites).
•
BISC 300 Evolution (3)
•
BISC 333 Developmental Biology (3)
and one of
•
BISC 305 Animal Physiology (3)
•
BISC 366 Plant Physiology (3)
and at least one of
BISC 303 Microbiology (4)
BISC 306 Invertebrate Biology (4)
BISC 316 Vertebrate Biology (4)
BISC 317 Insect Biology (3)
BISC 326 Biology of Algae and Fungi (3)
BISC 337 Plant Biology (4)
BISC 418 Parasitology (3)
Stream Requirement
In addition to the above requirements, students choose remaining requirements in an areaof specialization
by completing one ofthree streams: cells, molecules and physiology; ecology, evolution and conservation;
and an open stream.The open stream providesbroadbiological training, or may be used to specialize in an
area not offered by the main streams (consult the undergraduateprogram advisor, individual faculty, or
department website for advice on other areas
of specialization).
Cells, Molecules and Physiology Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete two of
•
BISC 302W Genetic Analysis (3)
•
BISC 307W Animal Physiology Laboratory (3)
•
BISC 357 Gene Cloning (3)
•
BISC 367W Plant Physiology Laboratory (3)
and three of
•
BISC 303 Microbiology (4)
•
BISC 313 Environmental Toxicology (3)
•
BISC 403 Current Topics in Cell Biology (3)
•
BISC 405 Neurobiology (3)
•
BISC 429W Separation Methods in Biology (4)
•
BISC 430 Microbe-Plant Interactions (3)
•
BISC 432 Chemical Pesticides and the Environment (3)
•
BISC 439 Industrial Microbiology (4)
•
BISC 445 Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)
•
BISC 449 Histological Techniques in Biology (4)
•
BISC 455 Endocrinology (3)
•
BISC 457 Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (3)
•
BISC 497W Undergraduate
Research: Writing Intensive (3)
•
BISC 498 Undergraduate Research 1(3)
•
BISC 499 Undergraduate Research II (3)
and three elective courses(nine units) from any upperdivision undergraduate BISC courses, or from other
unitsat Simon Fraser University such asthe Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry,
Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Department of Physics, andthe Faculty ofHealth
Sciences, which may count asoptions toward this stream, subject tothe approval by the department.
Normally no more than two courses from other units and no more than three research intensive courses
(BISC 490,491, 492W, 497W, 498, or 499) may be used to satisfy stream requirements and additional
upper division biology course requirements. Students complete a total offive lab courses (which mav incl
ude BISC 491 and one ofBISC 497W, 498, 499) among their upper division courses.
Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete
STAT 302 Analysis ofExperimental and Observational Data (3)
and at least one of
•
BISC 304W Animal Ecology (3)
•
BISC 404W Plant Ecology (3)
and four of
BISC 309 Conservation Biology (3)
BISC 310 The Natural History ofBritish Columbia (3)
BISC 406 Marine Biology and Oceanography (3)
BISC 407 Population Dynamics (3)
BISC 410 Behavioral Ecology (3)
BISC 413 Fisheries Ecology (3)
BISC 414 Limnology (3)
BISC 419 Wildlife Biology (3)
BISC 422 Population Genetics (3)
BISC 434 Paleoecology and Palynology (3)
BISC 435 Introduction to Pest Management (3)
BISC 440W Biodiversity (3)
BISC 441 Evolution ofHealth and Disease (3)
BISC 445 Environmental Physiology of Animals (3)
BISC 497W Undergraduate Research: Writing Intensive (3)
BISC 498 Undergraduate Research I (3)
BISC 499 Undergraduate Research II (3)
and two elective courses (six units) chosen from any upper division undergraduate BISC courses. Courses
from other units at Simon Fraser University such as the Faculty of Environment and MASC courses may
count as options toward this stream, subject to approval by the department. Normally no more than two
courses from other units and no more than three research intensive courses (BISC 490, 491,492W, 497W,
498, or 499) may be used to satisfy stream requirements and additional upper division biology course
requirements. Students complete a total of five lab courses (which mav include BISC 491 and one ofBISC
497W. 498. 499) among their upper division courses.
Open Stream
Students who choose this stream will complete an additional 8 courses (totaling a minimum of 24 units)
chosen from any upper division undergraduate BISC courses.
Courses from other units at Simon Fraser University may count as options toward this stream, subject to
approval by the department.
Normally no more than two courses from other units and no more than three research intensive courses
(BISC 490, 491, 492W, 497W, 498, or 499) may be used to satisfy upper division biology
course requirements.
Students complete a total of five lab courses (which mav include BISC 491 and one ofBISC 497W. 498,
499) among their upper division courses.
Thesis
In addition to the above requirements, honours students will complete a research-based thesis by
completing
•
BISC 490 Research Design (5)
•
BISC 491 Research Technique (5)
•
BISC 492W Research Reporting (5)
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1 Course number change, 2 course pre-requisite changes
www.sfu.ca/mbb
DATE November 28, 2012
1) Motion 1: Change the course number MBB 242 to MBB 342
Course number change from MBB 242 tO MBB 342: this also
includes slight tweaks in title, description and pre-reqs but not
enough to make this an entirely new course - these changes are for
clarification. MBB242
was initially developed to be an introductory
course in genome science, but after two initial offerings it is clear
that the material requires more background than a traditional
second year course so we propose to change it to a third year
course. The title has been changed to add the word bioinformatics
to clarify the course content and the pre-reqs changed to add a
computer course.
2) Motion 2: Change the Pre-requisites to MBB 222 and MBB 231
Pre-requisite changes to MBB222 and MBB 231: Bychanging
CHEM 281 to a co-OR prerequisite for MBB2 22 (rather than only a
pre-requisite) and by changing Chem282 or 283 to a co- OR
prerequisite for MBB 231 (rather than only a pre-requisite)
students will be able to move through the lower division
requirements for all of the life science majors more efficiently.
Through discussions with the Chemistry Department we are
confident that the material we are removing as pre-requisites to
MBB 222 and MBB2 31 is not essential to those two courses.
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MBB 342
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Introductory Genomics
Introductory Genomics and Bioinformatics,
(2) Short title for enrollment and transcript, no more than 30 characters including spaces and punctuation.
Introductory Genomics
Genomics and Bioinformatics
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
Abroad introductory survey ofthe genome sciences including MaJor toPi(* in
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and bioinformatics. with
integrated discussion of associated ethical legal/social issues.
genome organization, whole genome sequencing, genomic
variation in heal th and disease, comparative genomics,
transcriptomes and proteomes and some applications
of
genomics. Workshops will introduce bioinformatic
approaches to the use of genomic databases.
PREREQUISITE
Prerequisite: BISC 101, BISC 102, MBB
222, or permission of the department.
An overview of laboratory and computer-based methods to
study genomes, and their
applications. Hands-on computer
lab session providing an opportunity to use and experiment
with bioinformatics software and databases utilized in
genomics and bioinformatics research.
PREREQUISITE
MBB 231, BISC 202 and 3 units of CMPT or
equivalent.
RATONALE
An introduction to Bioinformatics and Genomics requires a substantial background that students obtain in second year
courses and it therefore makes sense to change this course to a third year course with second year pre-requisites. The
number change is the most significant impact. The changes to title and description are for clarification. The addition of a
CMPT requirement will enhance students ability to appreciate the course content.
Does this course replicate the content of a previously approved course to such an extent that students should not receive credit for both courses?
if so. this should be
MBB 440 ST Genomics and Bioinformatics, MBB 242
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Molecular Biology and Biochemistry_
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry_
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Mol Biol and Biochemistry
DESCRIPTION
An introduction to DNA replication and recombination,
RNA transcription and protein synthesis in the context of
their locations within the cell and their timing in the cell
cycle. The relationship between structure and function of
proteins and nucleic acids will be addressed
PREREQUISITE
Chcm281 with a grade of C- or better
Co or PREREQUISITE, Chem 282
Mol Biol and Biochemistry
DESCRIPTION
An introduction to DNA replication and recombination,
RNA transcription and protein synthesis in the context of
their locations within the cell and their timing in the cell
cycle. The relationship between structure and function of
proteins and nucleic acids will be addressed
PREREQUISITE
. Co or PREREQUISITE - Chem 281
RATONALL
CHEM281 is currently prerequisite to MBB222. We have determined that Cheni281 provides sufficient
support as a corequisite rather than prerequisite for MBB222 and that changing this pre-requisite will allow
students to move more efficiently through their lower division requirements.
Does this course replicate the content of a previously approved course to such an extent that students should not receive credit for both courses?
If so, this should be NO
EffectiyaJerm and year
Approvals:
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Date
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MBB 231
3
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MBB 23
Credit Hour
3
TITLE
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for calendar and schedule, no more than 100 characters including spaces and punctuation.
Cellular Biology and Biochemistry,
Cellular Biology and Biochemistry,
(2) Short title for enrollment and transcript, no more than 30 characters including spaces and punctuation.
Cell Biol and Biochemistry
DESCRIPTION
A study of the molecular processes which underlie cell
structure and function, integrating ultrastructural,
physiological and biochemical approaches. Modem
techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell
function are integral parts of the course.
PREREQUISITE
MBB 222, BISC 101 and CHEM282 with grades
of C- or better. Students may not receive credit
for MBB 221 and MBB 231.
Cell Biol and Biochemistry
DESCRIPTION
A study of the molecular processes which underlie eel
Structure and function, integrating ultrastructural,
physiological and biochemical approaches. Modern
techniques used in the analysis of organelle and cell
function are integral parts of the course.
PREREQUISITE
MBB 222, BISC 101.
Chem 281
with grades of
C- or better.
Co or
PREREQUISITE
- Chem
282 or Chem 283
RATONALE
CHEM282 is currently a prerequisite to MBB231. We have determined that Chem281 is sufficient preparation for
MBB231 and that changing the prerequisite of MBB231 to CHEM281 and moving CHEM282(3) to a corequisite will allow
all Life Science students to move more efficiently through their lower division requirements. In addition, the terminology
of MBB221 is outdated enough that it no longer applies so can be removed.
Does this course replicate the content of a previously approved course to such an extent that students should not receive credit for both courses?
If so, this should be NO
Effective teTm and year
Approvals:
CrTaTf, fflepavfmeWSchoo
Date
/
Fall, 2013(1137)
Chair, Faculty Curriculum Committee
Chair, SCUS
Date
Date
Summary of Changes
Update Upper Division Requirements in our Mathematics Major and Honours Programs
Justification: To reflect changes as per Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science
course offerings, SCUS 12-80.
From (current description-Major Program):
The Faculty of Science requires students to complete 44 upper division units. Of these 44,
the Department of Mathematics requires students to complete 30 upper division units.
These 30 units are divided into two groups of 15 units. The first 15 of which are prescribed
are listed below.
•
MATH 340 Algebra II: Rings and Fields (3)
and one of
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MATH 308 Linear Optimization (3)
•
MATH 343 Applied Discrete Mathematics (3)
•
MATH 345 Introduction to Graph Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 320 Introduction to Analysis II (3)
•
MATH 322 Complex Variables (3)
and one of
•
MATH 338 Advanced Linear Algebra (3)
•
MATH 341 Algebra III: Groups (3)
•
MATH 342 Elementary Number Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 310 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)
•
MACM 316 Numerical Analysis I (3)
The remaining 15 upper division units must be chosen from the following, or any
combination of the following.
-any upper division MATH courses
-any upper division MACM courses
PHYS 413 Advanced Mechanics (3)
STAT 330 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (3)
STAT 350 Linear Models in Applied Statistics (3)
STAT 380 Introduction to Stochastic Processes (3)
STAT402 Generalized Linear and Nonlinear Modelling f3)
STAT 430 Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)
STAT 450 Statistical Theory (3)
STAT 460 Bayesian Statistics (3)
24 units will be in MATH or MACM courses. At least three courses will be 400 division
courses, of which at least two must be in 400 division MATH or MACM courses. Directed
studies, job practicum. or honours essay courses cannot be used to fulfill the 400 division
requirement. Students are all required to complete an additional 14 upper division units
chosen from any courses.
To (new description-Major Program):
The Faculty of Science requires students to complete 44 upper division units. Of these 44,
the Department of Mathematics requires students to complete 30 upper division units.
These 30 units are divided into two groups of 15 units. The first 15 of which are prescribed
are listed below.
•
MATH 340 Algebra II: Rings and Fields (3)
and one of
•
MATH 308 Linear Optimization (3)
•
MATH 343 Applied Discrete Mathematics (3)
•
MATH 345 Introduction to Graph Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 320 Introduction to Analysis II (3)
•
MATH 322 Complex Variables (3)
and one of
•
MATH 338 Advanced Linear Algebra (3)
•
MATH 341 Algebra III: Groups (3)
•
MATH 342 Elementary Number Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 310 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)
•
MACM 316 Numerical Analysis I (3)
The remaining 15 upper division units must be chosen from the following, or any
combination of the following.
-any upper division MATH courses
-any upper division MACM courses
PHYS 413 Advanced Mechanics (3)
STAT 330 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (3)
STAT 340 Introduction to Statistical Computing and Exploratory Data Analysis (3)
STAT 350 Linear Models in Applied Statistics (3)
STAT 380 Introduction to Stochastic Processes (3)
STAT 402 Generalized Linearand Nonlinoar Modelling (3)
STAT 430 Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)
STAT 445 Applied Multivariate Analysis (3)
STAT 450 Statistical Theory (3)
STAT 460 Bayesian Statistics (3)
STAT 475 Applied Discrete Data Anglvsis (3)
STAT 485 Applied Time Series Analysis (3)
24 units will be in MATH or MACM courses. At least three courses will be 400 division
courses, of which at least two must be in 400 division MATH or MACM courses. Directed
studies, job practicum, or honours essay courses cannot be used to fulfill the 400 division
requirement. Students are all requiredto complete an additional 14 upper division units
chosen from any courses.
From (current description-Honours Program):
Students complete a total of 60 upper division units, including the following.
Students complete 36 units, including
•
MATH 340 Algebra II: Rings and Fields (3)
•
MATH 341 Algebra III: Groups (3)
and one of
•
MATH 308 Linear Optimization (3)
•
MATH 343 Applied Discrete Mathematics (3)
•
MATH345 Introduction to Graph Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH320 Introduction to Analysis II (3)
•
MATH322 Complex Variables (3)
and one of
• MATH 338 Advanced Linear Algebra (3)
-
MATH 342 Elementary Number Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 310 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)
• MACM 316 Numerical Analysis I (3)
The remaining 30 units, must be chosen from anv upper division MATH or MACM courses.
Within the required 60 upper division units. 48 units will include requirements for the
honours degree.Thirtv-six upper division units must be chosen from upper division MATH or
MACM courses, and the remaining 12 units mav be chosen from the following course list.
PHYS 413 Advanced Mechanics (3)
STAT330 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (3)
STAT 350 Linear Models in Applied Statistics (3)
STAT380 Introduction to Stochastic Processes (3)
STAT 402 Generalized Linear and Nonlinear Modelling (3)
STAT430 Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)
STAT450 Statistical Theory (3)
STAT 460 Bayesian Statistics (3)
At least five courses will be from 400 division courses, of which at least three courses will
be in 400 division MATH or MACM courses. Directed studies, job practicum, or honours
essay courses cannot be used to fulfill the 400 division requirement. Students are also
required to complete an additional 15 upper division units chosen from any courses.
In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to
plan the remaining required elective courses.
To (new description-Honours Program):
Students complete a total of 60 upper division units. 48 units will satisfy reourements for
the mathematics honours program. 36 units must include upper division MATH and
MACM coursework. including:
•
MATH 340 Algebra II: Rings and Fields (3)
•
MATH 341 Algebra III: Groups (3)
and one of
•
MATH 308 Linear Optimization (3)
•
MATH
343 Applied Discrete Mathematics (3)
•
MATH
345 Introduction to Graph Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 320 Introduction to Analysis II (3)
•
MATH 322
Complex Variables (3)
and one of
•
MATH 338 Advanced Linear Algebra (3)
MATH 342 Elementary Number Theory (3)
and one of
•
MATH 310 Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)
•
MACM 316 Numerical Analysis I (3)
The remaining 12 units mav be additional MATH and MACM coursework or mav be
chosen from the following course list:
PHYS 413 Advanced Mechanics (3)
STAT330 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (3)
STAT340 Introduction to Statistical Computing and Exploratory Data Analysis (3)
STAT350 Linear Models in Applied Statistics (3)
STAT380 Introduction to Stochastic Processes (3)
STAT
402 Generalized Linear and Nonlinear Modelling (3)
STAT430 Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)
STAT445 Applied Multivariate Analysis (3)
STAT450 Statistical Theory (3)
STAT460 Bayesian Statistics (3)
STAT475 Applied Discrete Data Analysis (3)
STAT 485 Applied Time Series Analysis 131
At least five courses will be from 400 division courses, of which at least three courses will
be in 400 division MATH or MACM courses. Directed studies, job practicum, or honours
essay courses cannot be used to fulfill the 400 division requirement. Students are also
required to complete an additional 12 upper division units chosen from any courses.
In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan
the remaining required elective courses.
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