Graduate Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Department of Mathematics, Sciences, and Technology
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Biology Program
678-839-6485
Professors:
J. Hendricks, M. Johnson (Head of Graduate Studies), W. Kenyon, M. Mitra, S. Molesworth-Kenyon, D. Morgan, S. Mruthinti, G. Payne (Program Coordinator), N. Pencoe, C. Tabit, H. Zot
Associate Professors:
H. Banford, A. Edelman, J. Fisher, F. Fontanella, Y. Garner
Learning Outcomes
- To develop a strong diversified background in modern biology appropriate to the individual student’s goals. The anticipated outcome will be a student with an appreciation for the areas of modern biology and the interrelatedness of these areas.
- To develop critical-thinking and problem-based learning skills. The anticipated outcome will be a student with the ability to develop new ideas, to explore new areas of science or other academic endeavors, to design, implement, and evaluate scientific investigations, and to assess, interpret, and understand data and its meaning.
- To develop the ability to communicate scientific ideas in both written and oral formats. The anticipated outcome will be a student who can organize and present his or her scientific ideas in both written and oral formats.
Computer Science Program
678-839-6485
Professors:
L. Baumstark (Program Coordinator), J. Preston (Provost and Senior VPAA), A. Remshagen, L. Yang
Associate Professors:
M. Orsega (Head of Graduate Studies), D. Yoder (Chair)
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting minimum graduate studies admission requirements, applicants must meet additional admission requirements as stipulated by the Computer Science Program. Additional information is found on the program admission website at: https://www.westga.edu/cs/graduate-program.php
The Computer Science Program shall evaluate all applications and recommend for admission those applicants deemed qualified for the program. Provisional admission is not granted for entry to the program, and only students who are admitted to the program may enroll in graduate computer science courses.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the program, students will be able to:
- Effectively function as a member of a team engaged in the process of modeling, designing, and implementing computer-based systems of varied complexity utilizing multiple technologies.
- Recognize and analyze social, professional, and ethical issues and responsibilities they may face as computing professionals.
- Prepare and give effective technical presentations using appropriate technologies.
- Write clear and accurate technical documents.
Geography Program
678-839-6485
https://www.westga.edu/geography
Professors:
G. DeWeese (Program Coordinator), H. Gerhardt, S. Rose, J. Seong (Head of GIS Certificate Program), A. Walter
Associate Professor:
J. Hong
The Geography Program at the University of West Georgia offers a 15 hour course of study leading to a Geographic Information Systems Certificate. The GIS Certificate is designed to meet the needs of students and community. The GIS Certificate program aims at providing non-traditional students and field professionals with updated GIS knowledge and skills for further enhancement of their GIS career. It also aims at providing traditional students with a set of practical GIS skills to access the GIS market. The GIS Certificate is a 100% online program.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this Certificate program, students will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills of:
- Demonstrate competence in mapping and/or visualization of geospatial data.
- Demonstrate competence in managing geospatial data.
- Demonstrate competence in analyzing geospatial data.
- Demonstrate competence in working with GIS tools.
- Demonstrate understanding of using geospatial techniques for spatial decision-making.
Admission to the Program
The GIS Certificate is open to all professionals and current students who have a bachelor’s degree. Any bachelor’s degree meets the requirement of admission. Prospective students must apply for the admission to the non-degree seeking program as described in the Graduate Catalog. Current students who are enrolled in a graduate program offered at UWG must submit a separate application to apply to this program.
The GIS Certificate program does not require either TOEFL or GRE.
Geology Program
678-839-6485
https://www.westga.edu/geology
Professors:
D. Bush, B. Deline (Program Coordinator), R. Kath, J. Mayer
Associate Professors:
M. Buzon, R. Currier
Assistant Professor:
C. Mason
Mathematics Program
678-839-6485
Professors:
A. Boumenir, M. Gordon (Head of Graduate Studies), C. Jett, A. Khodkar, C. Leach, S. Sykes, T. Vu, F. Wei, R. Xu, M Yazdani
Associate Professors:
W. Faucette, X. Gu (Program Coordinator), N. Hoang, J. Kang, K. Moon, V. Paliwal, K. Shin
Senior Lecturer:
D. Robinson
The Master’s program in Mathematics offers a Concentration in Teaching Option and a Concentration in Applied Mathematics Option.
Admission
For regular admission to the program, students are expected to have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 on all college level work, completion of the calculus sequence (equivalent of UWG courses MATH 1634, MATH 2644, MATH 2654) plus at least twelve hours of mathematics courses at the advanced undergraduate level (3000 level or higher, or the equivalent). The GRE is not required but may strengthen the student’s application.
Provisional admission: Applicants applying to a master’s degree program in mathematics with less than the required GPA may be considered for provisional admission. They must have a grade point average of at least 2.2. In no event may the grade point average be less than 2.2. Applicants may also be admitted provisionally for reasons other than, or in addition to, grade point average. Meeting grade point average requirements is no guarantee of admission. Provisional admission is ultimately subject to departmental approval
ProgramsMaster of SciencePost-Baccalaureate Certificate
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