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I'm a recent CSE graduate. Up to Diff-eq w/ Linear Algebra + discrete math, mathematical statistics (discrete and continuous random variables with common distr
by jessermeyer 6y ago
I'm a recent CSE graduate. Up to Diff-eq w/ Linear Algebra + discrete math, mathematical statistics (discrete and continuous random variables with common distributions).
The heavier CS classes required lots of induction proofs, and the crypto classes were entirely probability oriented.
- Apocryphon 6y agoSure, CS programs require math prereqs, my question is how long does that knowledge actually stick for most software engineers, as the majority of those jobs do not actually exercise it, not even during whiteboarding. My main quibble is with the original post that supposed STEM degree holders are more rational than non-STEM degree holders, as being exposed to a subject during a semester or three in school doesn't guarantee retention after graduation if it goes unused.
- jessermeyer 6y agoIt would be more interesting to look at Master's and PhD's than Bachelors, as the latter requires little more than attendance and some effort to cross the finishing line. The former have much stronger demands on internalization and domain expertise.