Mathematics, B.A.

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Program Learning Outcomes

1) Students will be able to analyze problems and formulate appropriate mathematical models in a variety of areas of Mathematics.
2) Students will be able to select and utilize appropriate mathematical technology with which to analyze mathematical problems in a wide variety of areas.
3) Students will be able to make rigorous mathematical arguments including how to both prove and disprove conjectures.
4) Students will critically read mathematics.
5) Students will be able to use the concepts of Analysis in solving problems. The fundamental concepts include sets, numbers, functions, and convergence.
6) Students will be able to use the concepts of Algebra in solving problems. The fundamental concepts include equations, numbers, and algebraic structures.
7) Students will be able to express themselves in writing in an articulate, sound and well-organized fashion.
8) Students will be able to express themselves orally in an articulate, sound and well-organized fashion.

General Education Requirements (30-46 Credits)

Prerequisite coursework may be required to satisfy certain General Education courses and will count as elective credit.

Total Credits Required for Major: 39-42

Basic Requirements

A. (24 Credits)

Each of the following seven courses:

MATH 221 - R/Calculus I Credit(s): 4
MATH 222 - Calculus II Credit(s): 4
MATH 223 - Calculus III Credit(s): 4
MATH 230 - Programming and Mathematical Problem Solving Credit(s): 3
MATH 233 - Linear Algebra I Credit(s): 3
MATH 239 - Introduction to Mathematical Proof Credit(s): 3
MATH 324 - Real Analysis I Credit(s): 3

B. (9 Credits)

Three courses from the following:

MATH 326 - Differential Equations Credit(s): 3
MATH 330 - Abstract Algebra Credit(s): 3
MATH 333 - Linear Algebra II Credit(s): 3
MATH 345 - Numerical Analysis I Credit(s): 3
MATH 341 - Probability and Applied Statistics Credit(s): 3 or
MATH 360 - Probability Credit(s): 3
MATH 371 - Introduction to Complex Analysis Credit(s): 3

Footnotes

Students seeking Adolescence Certification must take MATH 330 , MATH 335 , and (MATH 341 or MATH 361 ) to satisfy the category B requirement. Note: MATH 361 requires MATH 360 as a prerequisite.

C. (0-3 Credits)

All students majoring in mathematics will take either MATH 348 - Oral Presentation and Research Seminar or INTD 302 - Methods and Materials in Secondary Education: (subtitle) .

This requirement may be waived if a student has:

Made an oral presentation on a mathematical topic that has been assessed with the mathematics department rubric and found satisfactory;
And
Produced a researched paper that has been assessed with the mathematics department rubric and found satisfactory;
And
Evaluated a public mathematical talk using the mathematics department rubric. Forms and permission for such a waiver are available from the mathematics department chair.

D. Elective Requirements: (6 Credits)

Two additional 3 credit courses at the 300-level. Students seeking Adolescence Certification must take MATH 390 as one of these two elective courses.

Outline/Advising Guide

First Year

Fall (15 Credit Hours)

MATH 221 - R/Calculus I Credit(s): 4
INTD 105 - Writing Seminar: (subtitle) Credit(s): 3
N/ Credit(s): 4
Foreign Language Credit(s): 3
MATH 101 - Welcome Mathematics Majors Credit(s): 1

Spring (14 Credit Hours)

MATH 222 - Calculus II Credit(s): 4
MATH 230 - Programming and Mathematical Problem Solving Credit(s): 3
N/ Credit(s): 4
Foreign Language Credit(s): 3

Second Year

Fall (17 Credit Hours)

MATH 223 - Calculus III Credit(s): 4
MATH 239 - Introduction to Mathematical Proof Credit(s): 3
HUMN 220 - W/H/Western Humanities I Credit(s): 4 or
HUMN 221 - W/H/Western Humanities II Credit(s): 4
Foreign Language Credit(s): 3
F/ Credit(s): 3

Spring (15 Credit Hours)

MATH 233 - Linear Algebra I Credit(s): 3
MATH 3__ Credit(s): 3 *
M/ Credit(s): 3
U/ Credit(s): 3
S/ Credit(s): 3

Third Year

Fall (15 Credit Hours)

MATH 324 - Real Analysis I Credit(s): 3
MATH 3__ Credit(s): 3 *
F/ Credit(s): 3
S/ Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3

Spring (14 Credit Hours)

MATH 3__ Credit(s): 3 *
MATH 348 - Oral Presentation and Research Seminar Credit(s): 1 **
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 4

Fourth Year

Fall (15 Credit Hours)

MATH 3__ Credit(s): 3 *
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3

Spring (15 Credit Hours)

MATH Credit(s): 3 * or Elective Credit(s): 3 *
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3
Elective Credit(s): 3

Total Credit Hours: 120

Footnotes

*Notes: Majors are required to take MATH 324 and five 300-level mathematics electives, including three courses from MATH 326 , MATH 330 , MATH 333 , MATH 345 , (MATH 341 or MATH 360 ), MATH 371 .

**Mathematics majors seeking adolescence certification may take INTD 302 (Math Option) in place of MATH 348 . All mathematics majors should consult with their advisor or the Mathematics Department Chair for other options.

Extensive changes in this sample program would be required of students in the Childhood and Adolescence Mathematics Education Certification programs.

Note: Where no prerequisites apply, some variation in the order or semester in which courses are taken is possible. Students should consult their academic advisors for additional information.