Description
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is uniquely qualified to offer programs that blend theory and practice in an innovative way, preparing students for career options in academic, corporate, and government areas. Classes are deliberately structured to enable students who pursue a major in Mathematics or Computer Science to learn in concert with Engineering and Science majors. In this setting, the student’s appreciation of the inherent power and cohesiveness of mathematics is enhanced by the highlighted role that mathematics plays in all fields.
Degree Requirements
Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Arts
This program is designed to give the student a classical mathematics education in the liberal arts tradition in preparation for teaching secondary or elementary school. In addition to the standard topics in mathematics, a student must select an elective course in advanced mathematics, computer science, and/or statistics. Early in the program, students should contact an advisor from the College of Liberal Arts & Education to oversee their teacher certification coursework. Besides the additional coursework for teacher certification, a twenty-hour teaching minor (approved by the student’s Education advisor) is also required. The student must earn at least a C grade in each MTH course and a 2.0 GPA overall in the major. Prospective teachers must earn a 2.7 GPA in the major. There are 36 credit hours in the major including:
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MTH 1410 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | | 4 | | |
MTH 1420 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | | 4 | | |
MTH 2410 | Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | | 4 | | |
MTH 3060 | Math Thinking | | 3 | | |
MTH 2760 | Discrete Structures | | 3 | | |
MTH 4050 | Introduction to Modern Algebra I | | 3 | | |
MTH 4020 | Linear Algebra with Applications | | 3 | | |
MTH 4830 | Fundamental Concepts of Geometry | | 3 | | |
MTH 4840 | History of Mathematics | | 3 | | |
MTH 4850 | Statistics for Teachers | | 3 | | |
Total: 33 Credits. Electives described below.
Electives - flexibility and focus
To allow flexibility to address personal interests, students choose ONE course from the following electives (other courses may be taken with advisor approval):
Total: 3 Credits.
The student must earn at least a “C” grade in each MTH course that will be counted towards completing the major.
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