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Mathematics Degree Information
For all baccalaureate degrees with a major in mathematics, students must complete either a minor in another discipline or a second major. All mathematics majors are required to complete the following core courses:
| Number | Course Name | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 204 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 205 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 306 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 311 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 313 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 325 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MATH 335 | Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 340 | Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 344 | Advanced Calculus I | 3 |
| MATH 490 | Mathematics Seminar | 1 |
| Total | 31 |
At least 12 additional semester hours of advanced work in mathematics
or computer science numbered 310 or above are also required. These
courses are to be selected in consultation with the academic advisor and
approved by the chairman of the department. The student should use
these courses to develop an area of special interest.
Students whose interests are in applied mathematics or computer science are encouraged to select from the following courses:
| Number | Course Name | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COSC 330 | Fundamentals of Computer Science | 3 |
| COSC 360 | Operations Research | 3 |
| COSC 371 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| COSC 450 | Modeling and Simulation | 3 |
| MATH 338 | Introduction to Numerical Methods | 3 |
| MATH 408 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
Students whose interests are in pure mathematics are encouraged to
select from the following courses:
| Number | Course Name | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 312 | Introduction to Geometry | 3 |
| MATH 320 | Introduction to Number Theory | 3 |
| MATH 331 | Introduction to Mathematical Proofs | 3 |
| MATH 410 | Set Theory | 3 |
Students whose interests are in teaching mathematics in the secondary schools must take COSC 181 and MATH 312: Introduction to Geometry and are encouraged to take MATH 320: Introduction to Number Theory.
These students are encouraged to select their remaining area electives from the following courses:
| Number | Course Name | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COSC 360 | Operations Research | 3 |
| COSC 371 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
| MATH 315 | History of Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 320 | Introduction to Number Theory | 3 |
| MATH 331 | Introduction to Mathematical Proofs | 3 |
| MATH 410 | Set Theory | 3 |
All students seeking a major in mathematics must perform satisfactorily on comprehensive examinations administered by the department. The examination will cover the contents of MATH 204, 205, 306, 311, 313, 325, 335, 344, and 345. Courses may be applied toward two majors where appropriate; however, the course of study submitted for a major may not contain any courses used for the minor. For the Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics, students may elect a minor offered in the following areas:
History and Philosophy International Studies Language and Literature Visual and Performing Arts Women's Studies.
For the Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics, students may elect a minor offered by the following departments:
Business and Economics Education Mathematics and Computer Science Natural Science Social and Behavioral Sciences.
MINOR IN MATHEMATICS A minor in mathematics consists of 18 semester hours of mathematics, at least 12 of which must be in 300- or 400-level courses. MATH 301 and 302 do not satisfy this requirement. The program of study must include MATH 204 and must be approved by the department chair.
TEACHER LICENSURE Licensure to teach mathematics may be obtained at the Pre-K-6, algebra I, and secondary levels.
Pre-K-6: This licensure requires the Liberal Arts and Sciences Major with the Mathematics Concentration. Students are advised to consult the Director of the Teacher Education Program for specific requirements.
Algebra I Add-on Endorsement: This licensure requires a baccalaureate degree, and endorsement in a teaching area, and 24 semester hours in mathematics to include coursework from the following areas: elementary functions and college algebra; trigonometry; linear algebra; calculus; Euclidean geometry; probability and statistics; discrete mathematics; and computer science. This add-on endorsement licenses one to teach algebra I..
Secondary: Licensure to teach secondary mathematics requires the baccalaureate degree in mathematics with a minor in secondary education. Students whose interests are in teaching secondary mathematics are required to complete 43 semester hours in mathematics which include 31 semester hours in core courses and 12 semester hours in electives which must include MATH 312: Introduction to Geometry. Students seeking secondary licensure must also take COSC 181: Foundations of Computer Programming in C++ and are encouraged to take MATH 320: Introduction to Number Theory. MATH 301, 302, 303, and 305 cannot be included in the 43 semester hours.
Computer Science:Teacher licensure with an endorsement in computer science may be obtained by completing the general education requirements, the computer science major, the professional studies courses, and the teaching internship. For additional requirements and information relative to the Teacher Education Program, please contact the Director of Teacher Education.