Data Science B.S.
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| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements | 54-52 | |
| Mathematics Major Core Requirements | 41 | |
| Data Science Major Requirements | 33-32 | |
| Total Units | 128-125 | |
Mathematics Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division | ||
| MATH-180C | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| MATH-181C | Calculus II | 4 |
| CSCI-100C & 100CL | Introduction to Computer Science and Introduction to Computer Science Lab | 4 |
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| MATH-207 | Computer Programming | 3 |
| MATH-281 | Multivariable Calculus | 4 |
| MATH-285 | Intro to Adv Mathematics | 3 |
| Upper Division | ||
| MATH-300 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH-310 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH-365 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MATH-390 | Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| MATH-485 | Undergraduate Research | 2 |
| or MATH-450 | UG Research and Internship Program | |
| or MATH-488 | Senior Project | |
| MATH-499C | Mathematics Capstone | 2 |
| Total Units | 41 | |
Data Science Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUSN-125 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| DSCI-100C & 100CL | Introduction to Data Science and Introduction to Data Science Laboratory | 4 |
| DSCI-300 | Database Management | 3 |
| DSCI-350 | Data Mining | 3 |
| DSCI-410 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| MATH-330 | Number Theory | 3 |
| MATH-375 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MRKT-360 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| SOC-369 & 369L | Research Design & Methods and Research Design & Methods Lab | 4 |
| Electives | ||
| Select one lecture/lab from either the MATH, CSCI, or DSCI disciplines. | 3-4 | |
| Total Units | 32-33 | |
Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Physical Science and Mathematics.
| Year 1 Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| MATH-285 | Intro to Adv Mathematics | 3 |
| NT-101C | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| MATH-180C | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| DSCI-100C | Introduction to Data Science | 3 |
| DSCI-100CL | Introduction to Data Science Laboratory | 1 |
| CORE-100C | Cornerstone | 1 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 1 Term 2 | ||
| KINE-145C | Lifetime Fitness/Wellness Lect | 1 |
| KINE-146C | Lifetime Fitness/Well Activity | 1 |
| SOC-PLCR | Social Science Core Curriculum Reqm't | 3 |
| CSCI-100C | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| CSCI-100CL | Introduction to Computer Science Lab | 1 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Year 2 Term 1 | ||
| MATH-281 | Multivariable Calculus | 4 |
| MATH-300 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| THEO-101C | Foundations of Christian Life | 3 |
| BUSN-125 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| FINA-PLCR | Fine Arts Core Curriculum Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 2 Term 2 | ||
| MATH-207 | Computer Programming | 3 |
| MATH-265C | Intro to Statistical Methods | 3 |
| MATH-310 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| OT-201C | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| DSCI-300 | Database Management | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 3 Term 1 | ||
| ENGL-120C | Persuasive Writing | 3 |
| MATH-375 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH-390 | Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| SOC-PLCR | Social Science Core Curriculum Reqm't | 3 |
| HIST-PLHD | History Core Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 3 Term 2 | ||
| SOC-369 | Research Design & Methods | 3 |
| SOC-369L | Research Design & Methods Lab | 1 |
| HSPS-PLCR | History/Political Sci Core Requirement | 3 |
| MATH-485 | Undergraduate Research | 2 |
| DSCI-3XX | Data Science Elective-300 Level | 1 |
| Units | 10 | |
| Year 4 Term 1 | ||
| ENGL-220C | Researched Writing | 3 |
| MRKT-360 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| THEO-300C | Developing a Christian World View | 3 |
| DSCI-4XX | Data Science Elective-400 Level | 1 |
| COMM-201C | Speech Composition and Presentation | 3 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Year 4 Term 2 | ||
| MATH-365 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MATH-499C | Mathematics Capstone | 2 |
| ENGL-230C | Literature and the Human Experience | 3 |
| DSCI-350 | Data Mining | 3 |
| MATH-4XX | Mathematics Elective - 400 Level | 1-9 |
| CHIS-400C | Christian Heritage | 3 |
| Units | 15-23 | |
| Total Units | 108-116 | |