Mathematics, B.S.

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The Mathematics major is designed for students interested in mathematics-oriented careers in industry, education, and government, and for those students interested in pursuing advanced studies in mathematics.

Requirements for Major in Mathematics

Admission to the Program

Admission is through a formal declaration of major and the successful completion of MAT 241 and MAT 242.

Requirements

Mathematics majors must meet their general education science requirements using laboratory science courses at the level of majors in that discipline (BI 141 , BIL 141 ; CH 141 , 141L; or PH 251 , PHL 251 ).

All mathematics majors/minors must earn a grade of “C” or better in all required courses taken in the College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Mathematics : Total Semester Hours=121

Freshman Year

First Semester

BI 141 - Principles of Biology I (For Science Majors) 3 Credit Hours ^GE
BIL 141 - Principles of Biology I Lab 1 Credit Hour ^GE
OR
CH 141 - General Chemistry I 3 Credit Hours ^GE
CHL 141 - General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit Hour ^GE
EN 131 - College English I 3 Credit Hours ^GE
MAT 135 - Pre-Calculus 3 Credit Hours ^GE *
Social Foundations and Civic Engagement ^GE3 Credits
Historical and Cultural Perspectives ^GE 3 Credits

Total: 16

Second Semester

BI 142 - Principles of Biology II (For Science Majors) 4 Credit Hours
OR
CH 142 - General Chemistry II 3 Credit Hours
CHL 142 - General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credit Hour
EN 132 - College English II 3 Credit Hours ^GE
MAT 136 - Analytical Trigonometry 3 Credit Hours ^GE
Faith and Wellness Awareness ^GE3 Credits
Social Foundations and Civic Engagement ^GE3 Credits

Total: 16

Sophomore Year

First Semester

Historical and Cultural Perspectives ^GE3 Credits
CSEM 200/400 Elective^GE3 Credits
CS 230 - Computer Programming I 3 Credit Hours
CSL 230 - Computer Programming I Laboratory 1 Credit Hour
MAT 241 - Calculus I with Analytic Geometry 4 Credit Hours

Total: 14

Second Semester

CS 231 - Computer Programming II 3 Credit Hours
CSL 231 - Computer Programming II Laboratory 1 Credit Hour
MAT 242 - Calculus II with Analytic Geometry 4 Credit Hours
FI 310 - Personal Finance 3 Credit Hours
SC 230 - Introduction to Effective Oral Communication 3 Credit Hours ^GE
OR
BA 260 Business Communication 3 Credits

Total: 14

Junior Year

First Semester

MAT 353 - Foundations of Mathematics 3 Credit Hours
OR MAT 355 Discrete Mathematics 3 Credits
MAT 331 - Calculus III with Analytic Geometry 5 Credit Hours
MAT 335 - Linear Algebra 3 Credit Hours
PH 251 - College Physics I 3 Credit Hours
PHL 251 - College Physics I Laboratory 1 Credit Hour

Total: 18

Second Semester

MAT 332 - Advanced Calculus 3 Credit Hours
OR MAT 437 Complex Variables 3 Credits
MAT 334 - Differential Equations 3 Credit Hours
MAT 337 - Probability and Statistics 3 Credit Hours
CSEM 300/400 Elective
PH 252 - College Physics II 3 Credit Hours
PHL 252 - College Physics II Laboratory 1 Credit Hour

Total: 16

Senior Year

First Semester

MAT 361 - Numerical Analysis I 3 Credit Hours
MAT 431 - Abstract Algebra I 3 Credit Hours
MAT 498 - Senior Seminar I 3 Credit Hours
MAT 411 - Mathematics Seminar 3 Credit Hours

Total: 12

Second Semester

MAT 412 - Mathematics Seminar 3 Credit Hours
MAT 432 - Abstract Algebra II 3 Credit Hours
MAT 434 - Real Analysis I 3 Credit Hours
MAT 437 - Complex Variables 3 Credit Hours
OR MAT 332 Advanced Calculus 3 Credits
MAT 499 - Senior Seminar II 3 Credit Hours

Total: 15

Notes:

Math majors MUST choose a directed field of study as approved by the Mathematics Department (at least 12 credits) in a field complimenting their long-range professional goals.

Math majors must complete the two-semester laboratory science sequence in BI 141 and BI 142 , or CH 141 and CH 142 , or PH 251 and PH 252 . If the PH sequence is chosen, students should move Junior year directed elective courses to the Sophomore year and Ethics to the Freshman year.

GE = General Education Courses.

*Based on your placement testing scores, these courses may require prerequisites which may extend the number of semesters needed to complete degree requirements. These prerequisites do not count towards the degree for graduation.