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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
The B.S. in mathematics provides students with an opportunity to study one of western civilization’s oldest and richest disciplines. In addition to the intrinsic value of the study of mathematics as a liberal art, the mathematics degree provides the foundation for a variety of careers in business, scientific and related fields. Students desiring preparation for a high school teaching career may also earn secondary mathematics teaching licensure.
Required Core Courses Credits
MAT-1531 |
Calculus I |
4 |
MAT-2030 |
Probability and Statistics |
3 |
MAT-2140 |
Modeling the Environment |
3 |
MAT-2532 |
Calculus II |
4 |
MAT-3210 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
Subtotal 17
Students must take a core assessment examination upon completion of the core requirements.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in each of the above required core courses and in each of the elective courses below used to satisfy their degree program requirements.
Elective Courses (at least 15 credits) Credits
MAT-2533 |
Calculus III |
4 |
MAT-3240 |
Probability Theory with Statistics |
3 |
MAT-3310 |
Differential Equations |
3 |
MAT-4130 |
Abstract Algebra* |
3 |
MAT-4140 |
Geometry* |
3 |
MAT-4710 |
Special Topics in Mathematics |
3 |
| Capstone Requirement | ||
| MAT-4930 | Senior Project | 3 |
Total 36
Note: Students in the math major are required to take PHY-1014 Physics I as part of their General Education Core Curriculum science requirement, and to take INT-3150 Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid as one of their General Education Core Curriculum interdisciplinary courses. It is also recommended that students take a course in economics.
*At least one of these is required for Teacher Licensure.
Course Descriptions and Program Details
For more information, see the Undergraduate Course Catalogue.
