Program Overview

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is part of the College of Science at San José State University.

Academic Programs

The department offers various academic programs, including:

• Undergraduate Programs
  • Majoring in Math
  • Minoring in Math
• Graduate Programs
• Teaching Credential Programs
  • Requirements for Middle School Teachers

Assessment and PLOs

The department has established Program Learning Objectives (PLOs) for its programs, including:

• BA Math Program Learning Objectives
• BS Math Program Learning Objectives
• MA/MS Math Program Learning Objectives
• MS Statistics Program Learning Objectives

MS Statistics Program Learning Objectives

The MS Statistics program has the following PLOs:

1. Program Learning Objective #1: Students will be able to carry out appropriate inferential procedures based on the mathematical theory of statistics.
2. Program Learning Objective #2: Students will be able to use technology and statistical software to perform advanced statistical analyses.
3. Program Learning Objective #3: Students will be able to communicate and present specialized statistical concepts clearly in oral, graphical, and written forms using appropriate technical terms in a way that is accessible to a general audience.

Assessment Schedule

The assessment schedule for the MS Statistics program is as follows: | PLO | Course | Semester | Year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | 164 | Spring | 2024 | | 2 | 261A | Fall | 2024 | | 3 | 269 | Spring | 2025 |

Map of Course Learning Objectives (CLOs) to PLOs

The CLOs for each PLO are:

PLO 1

• Derive a point estimator for one or more parameters of a parametric model using the method of moments and the method of maximum likelihood.
• Construct a confidence interval using the method of pivotal quantity and large-sample approximations.
• Derive a test of statistical hypotheses based on the Neyman-Pearson lemma and the generalized likelihood ratio method.

PLO 2

• Develop an appropriate regression model for a given application.
• Assess the validity of model assumptions for a given data set.
• Set up and test meaningful hypotheses for a given data set.
• Analyze data using statistical software and formulate conclusions in the context of the problem.

PLO 3

• Describe the characteristics of an effective consultant, a satisfied client, and a successful consulting session.
• Identify the issues involving statistical ethics.
• Present effective oral and written arguments.

Map of PLOs to University Learning Goals (ULGs)

The PLOs map to the ULGs as follows:

• ULG 1 (Specialized knowledge): PLOs 1 and 3
• ULG 2 (Broad integrative knowledge): PLOs 1, 2, and 3
• ULG 3 (Intellectual skills): PLOs 1, 2, and 3
• ULG 4 (Applied knowledge): PLOs 2 and 3
• ULG 5 (Social and global responsibilities): PLOs 1 and 3

Student Resources

The department provides various resources for students, including:

• Thesis and Project Template
• Tutoring
• Courses
• Advising
• Internships
• Professional Organizations
• Scholarships

Calculus, Discrete Math, and Business Math

The department offers courses in calculus, discrete math, and business math, including:

• PPA, AP, SAT and ACT Score Information
• Precalculus Proficiency Assessment (PPA)
• Prerequisites

Events

The department hosts various events, including:

• Upcoming Thesis Defense Dates
• SJSU Problem Solvers
• Math Department Workshops