Mathematics, BA

Requirements

In order to earn the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Mathematics, students must complete a minimum of 180 credits with a cumulative and major/department grade point average of 2.00. This degree is particularly appropriate for students who intend to teach mathematics at the K-12 level; it can prepare students to enter teacher certification and master’s degree programs in education. The program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree does not confer a teaching credential, but is preparation for someone who intends to enter a master’s degree in teaching program.

I. Core Curriculum Requirements

II. Major Requirements

50 credits of mathematics, including:

• MATH 1334 - Calculus I
• MATH 1335 - Calculus II
• MATH 1336 - Calculus III
• MATH 2320 - Linear Algebra
• MATH 2330 - Multivariable Calculus
• MATH 2340 - Differential Equations
• MATH 3000 - Introduction to Advanced Mathematics
• MATH 4481 - Senior Synthesis I
• MATH 4482 - Senior Synthesis II
• MATH 4483 - Senior Synthesis III
• MATH or DATA Electives (3000 or above) (see course descriptions )(10)

III. Other Major Department Requirements

• Electives (13)
  Computer science, economics, psychology, and/or natural science approved by advisor, including one 3- to 5-credit computer application or programming course. CPSC 1220  or MEGR 2810  may satisfy the computer application/programming requirement.