Mathematics with Data Science Specialization, B.A.

Technology Competency Skills

Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills                                             

Technology is threaded through our personal, professional, and educational interactions. To successfully manage these interactions - specifically relating to education and employment - our students must have the ability to navigate and operate essential computer functions, beyond social media. Demonstrating competency of basic technology skills is essential for the success of all Saint Leo University students.

Saint Leo University requires undergraduate students to demonstrate technology competency prior to degree conferral. These technology competency skills can be satisfied through a waiver exam, microcredential module, or academic course (COM-140 or equivalent, earning a grade of C or better within 10 years). Students should meet with their advisors to discuss options and establish a plan to satisfy the graduation requirement.

Technology Competency Skills Microcredential:

A self-paced, online module designed to develop and reinforce computer competencies and literacy. The module introduces general computer operations using current computing technologies and software. Selected topics include the Internet, security and safety, digital communication practices, operating systems, as well as creating and evaluating documents, worksheets, and presentations. Guidelines for selecting computer hardware and software are addressed. Satisfactory completion of this microcredential meets the Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills graduation requirement. Upon completion the microcredential, students will earn a digital badge. This badge can be shared as confirmation of demonstrated skill and ability. This course is not covered by financial aid.

Technology Competency Skills Waiver Exam:

Students may take the technology competency skills waiver exam to satisfy the Saint Leo University technology competency skill requirement. The Waiver Exam tests your knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Windows, and the Internet. The exam is Pass/Fail and you must receive a minimum score of 74% to pass. 

University Campus Only Course Requirements

• SLU 101 - First Year Experience 1 credit
• SLU 125 - Choosing Wellness 3 credits

University Explorations (42 credit hours)

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Major Requirements

• COM 207 - Programming in C/C++ 3 credits

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• COM 209 - Programming in Java 3 credits

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• MAT 201 - Introduction to Statistics 3 credits
• MAT 231 - Calculus-with Analytic Geometry I 4 credits
• MAT 232 - Calculus II 4 credits
• MAT 251 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics 3 credits
• MAT 323 - Calculus III 4 credits
• MAT 361 - Linear Algebra 3 credits
• MAT 411 - Differential Equations 3 credits
• MAT 497 - Preliminary Research Seminar 1 credit
• MAT 425 - Mathematics Internship 3 - 12 credits

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• MAT 499 - Senior Project in Mathematics 3 credits

Data Science Core Requirements

• MAT 326 - Introduction to Graph Theory 3 credits
• MAT 331 - Probability and Statistics 3 credits

Data Science Electives

• Complete two of the following choices:

• COM 301 - Algorithms and Data Structures 3 credits
• COM 315 - Decision Support Systems 3 credits
• COM 330 - Database Concepts and Programming 3 credits
• COM 465 - Artificial Intelligence 3 credits