College of Science and Technology

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Graduate and undergraduate students in biology professor Tracy Galarowicz's class use electro-fishing to collect fish from the Chippewa River. The students put an electrical circuit in the water that momentarily stuns the fish.

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Academics

The College of Science and Technology at Central Michigan University provides outstanding opportunities for learning about science, mathematics, engineering and technology. Major programs in science and technology fields will prepare you for a career or for further study in graduate and professional programs by providing the skills, knowledge, and perspectives you need to succeed in today's rapidly changing world.

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Career connections

Biology

Several program options allow students to tailor biology studies to fit their specific needs. Students may opt for a general curriculum suitable for entry into careers in industrial and academic research laboratories or elementary or secondary education.

A pre-graduate/pre-professional option is available for students interested in graduate-level biology programs or professions that require advanced degrees in health-related sciences. These include human and veterinary medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, and physical therapy.

Other program options prepare students for working in natural resource management, conservation biology, or ecology. Students interested in hospital, clinical, or forensic laboratory practice or microscopy can choose programs designed specifically for these career tracks.

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Chemistry

The study of chemistry provides a variety of opportunities for students with career interests in the sciences. Students may prepare for graduate work in chemistry or related areas such as pharmacology, polymer science, materials science, chemical engineering, molecular biology, and business or computer science.

Chemistry also provides an appropriate background for students entering professional programs in human or veterinary medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, optometry, medical technology, or law. Chemistry graduates successfully obtain positions in chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries, or they may combine secondary education with their chemistry major to teach at the high school level. Many minor programs in chemistry are also available for students needing a concentration in chemistry to support a particular major or degree.

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Computer Science

Computer science graduates follow career paths as applications programmers, systems programmers/analysts, computer communication specialists, database managers, and consultants.

Information technology students learn the fundamental concepts of information processing and the relationship between the underlying technology and end-user applications. Graduates will find a variety of career opportunities including network administration, database administration, Web design, application system design, multimedia design, and customer service technology.

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Engineering and Technology

Graduates with engineering and engineering technology degrees will find a variety of career opportunities available in all phases of the product development cycle. Students may choose from programs that fall into three broad areas:

	Mechanical - machines and systems
	Electrical - communications, instrumentation, robotics, power systems
	Manufacturing - procedures, planning, quality control, and computer-integrated manufacturing

The teacher certification program prepares students to be high school industrial education teachers.

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Geography

Numerous career paths are possible for geography graduates. Depending on the area of concentration within the geography major, a student can enter a career as a climatologist, weather forecaster, cartographer, aerial photo/image analyst, geographic information systems specialist, resource manager, environmental consultant, land use planner, or educator.

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Geology

Employment opportunities are increasing for geoscientists. Careers in the geosciences commonly rank among the top ten most satisfying jobs in financial magazine surveys.

Students pursuing geology as a major are well prepared for professional careers in geology. Possible employment areas include teaching, the petroleum or mining industries, governmental agencies, or engineering firms. Depending on the level of entry into the profession, geology majors may choose to pursue advanced study. CMU's program provides excellent background for students on the graduate track.

Specialization in hydrogeology and environmental geology prepares students for careers with state or national governmental regulatory agencies or with private environmental firms. Job duties involve managing groundwater as a resource, detecting and tracing groundwater contamination, evaluating sites for contamination, remediating pollution or waste disposal problems, and developing flooding or erosion hazard prevention plans.

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Mathematics

Flexible programs offered by the department give students numerous options including careers as applied mathematicians, actuarial scientists, statisticians, and teachers. A degree in mathematics is good preparation for graduate schools and professional programs such as medicine and law.

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Physics

A physics major learns problem-solving skills that can be useful in almost any industry. Graduates are prepared for work in research laboratories or for graduate studies in physics or astronomy. Students who intend to seek teaching careers may choose the physics major or minor, the interdepartmental chemistry-physics major, or the physical science major or minor programs.

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CMU Portal

The CMU Portal is an intranet that allows CMU students to log in to one place and quickly access information directly related to your individual needs.

Information on campus events, announcements (such as class cancellations), links to favorite web sites, access to webmail, student account and billing, and course registration is all in the CMU Portal - and more features and customization options are being added all the time!

From Blackboard access to your personal academic and financial records, you'll find it all right here. You can also customize your web experience and create your own CMU web page.

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CMU Portal Features :: Snapshots and How-To's

	Registration / drop and add courses
	Course search
	Grades
	Academic history
	Class lists
	Web grades
	Student clearinghouse
	Change of address form
	Finances
	MySite personal web sites

Departments

Eight College of Science and Technology departments and nearly 200 full-time faculty members offer a diverse combination of required and elective courses supporting 37 undergraduate majors, 11 master's programs, a doctoral program, and the science core curriculum taken by all CMU students. CST also participates in 13 interdisciplinary programs offered in concert with other academic divisions.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

Central Michigan University is committed to making a college education affordable and to helping students who need financial assistance. For many CMU students, scholarships provide an important part of their financial aid package. Each CST department offers a number of scholarships including both merit- and need-based financial awards for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and continuing students.

Scholarships and Financial Aid
E-mail: cmuosfa@cmich.edu	Mailing address: Scholarships and Financial Aid Central Michigan University 201 Warriner Hall Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Phone: (989) 774-3674
Fax: (989) 774-3634
Web site: Click here for the Financial Aid web site.

	Click here to see the list of scholarships available for science and technology students.
*Please note: The above list is not a comprehensive list of all available scholarships. Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid for additional scholarships available to science and technology students.

Graduate programs

Students entering the College of Science and Technology graduate programs benefit from excellent research facilities, small class sizes, and close mentoring relationships with their graduate advisors. The very low student-faculty ratio allows CMU science and technology faculty to provide the kind of individualized attention that would be difficult to receive at a larger school.

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Housing

There are a variety of on-campus and off-campus housing options for CMU students. On-campus options include residence halls and on-campus apartments. Off-campus options include a number of houses, rooms, and apartments that can be rented in the Mount Pleasant area.

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	Click here to learn more about off-campus housing options.

International studies

The College of Science and Technology faculty believe that it is very important for CMU students to take advantage of opportunities for study in other countries and cultures. With a study abroad, you'll learn more about the world of other cultures while making progress toward your degree. Foreign study also offers you a global experience that is becoming increasingly more important for employers.

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Online/Off-campus

CST faculty and staff are dedicated and knowledgeable people, ready to help you. Whether you are attending one of our locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, we are here to answer your questions and direct you to services that can help you reach your goals.

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Residential College

The Science and Technology Residential College makes its home in Woldt Residence Hall with classrooms and lab buildings located nearby. The purpose of the residential college is to provide an on-campus learning environment that fosters the academic success of students pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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Student organizations

The college supports many student chapters of professional organizations, honor societies, and service clubs. Throughout the year, each group sponsors a variety of extra- and co-curricular activities and service projects. Participation will help you prepare for a career and become better acquainted with other students, faculty, and working professionals.

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Funding for student presentations

The College of Science and Technology Dean's Office, in addition to other university resources, has funds available to help defray the cost involved for students who have been accepted to present their work at a conference.

Click here for information on how to request funds in support of
student presentations.

Undergraduate programs

CST offers undergraduate programs in areas related to mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, geology, geography, computers, and industrial and technical applications. Whether you are interested in technology, one of the sciences, computers and their applications, or intend to pursue an advanced professional degree, CST has a program that will help you meet your needs.

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Center Director: Henry T. Thompson

Phone: (989) 774-2290

E-mail: thomp1ht@cmich.edu

Web site: Math Assistance Center

Location: 002 Troutman
(Towers basement, center)

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - Noon
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Mathematics Assistance Center is a new effort on the part of the College of Science and Technology and the Department of Mathematics to create a permanent, convenient site where students can obtain tutoring in mathematics and statistics.

In its first semester, the center's tutors - mathematics education students and graduate students - helped more than 3,000 students.

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