2025-2026 Academic Catalog
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| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Degree Core Requirements | ||
| MATH 2114 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 2204 | Introduction to Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 3034 | Introduction to Proofs | 3 |
| MATH 3124 | Modern Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 3144 | Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 3214 | Calculus of Several Variables | 3 |
| MATH 3224 | Advanced Calculus | 3 |
| Subtotal | 21 | |
| Option Required Courses | ||
| Computer Programming | 2-3 | |
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Introduction to Programming for Mathematical Problem-Solving | ||
| Introduction to Programming in C | ||
| Introduction to Programming in Java | ||
| Introduction to Programming in Python | ||
| Introduction to Software Design | ||
| Computational Methods in Biomedical Engineering 1 | ||
| Computational Engineering 1 | ||
| Engineering Analysis Using Numerical Methods 1 | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| MATH 2644 | Mathematics Tutoring 2 | 1 |
| MATH 4044 | History of Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 4334 | College Geometry | 3 |
| MATH 4625 | Mathematics for Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| MATH 4626 | Mathematics for Secondary Teachers | 3 |
| Statistics | ||
| STAT 3005 | Statistical Methods (Recommended) | 3 |
| or STAT 3604 | Statistics for Social Science | |
| Education and Field Experience | ||
| EDCI 2004 | Exploring the Teaching Profession- Field Studies in Education | 3 |
| EDEP 2374 | Educational Psychology for PK-12 Teachers | 3 |
| EDCI 2574 | Social Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EDCI 3144 | Education of Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| Subtotal | 30-31 | |
| Free Electives 3 | ||
| Select credits sufficient to achieve the 120 credit graduation requirement | 22-21 | |
| Subtotal | 22-21 | |
| Pathways to General Education | ||
| Pathways Concept 1 - Discourse | ||
| ENGL 1105 | First-Year Writing (1F) | 3 |
| ENGL 1106 | First-Year Writing (1F) | 3 |
| Select three credits in Pathway 1a | 3 | |
| Pathways Concept 2 - Critical Thinking in the Humanities | ||
| Select six credits in Pathway 2 | 6 | |
| Pathways Concept 3 - Reasoning in the Social Sciences | ||
| Select six credits in Pathway 3 | 6 | |
| Pathways Concept 4 - Reasoning in the Natural Sciences | ||
| Select six credits from BIOL, CHEM, GEOS, ISC, NEUR, PHYS, and PSYC courses approved for Pathway 4 | 6 | |
| Pathways Concept 5 - Quantitative and Computational Thinking | ||
| MATH 1225 | Calculus of a Single Variable (5F) | 4 |
| MATH 1226 | Calculus of a Single Variable (5F) | 4 |
| MATH 2214 | Introduction to Differential Equations (5A) | 3 |
| Pathways Concept 6 - Critique and Practice in Design and the Arts | ||
| Select three credits in Pathway 6a | 3 | |
| Select three credits in Pathway 6d | 3 | |
| Pathways Concept 7 - Critical Analysis of Identity and Equity in the United States | ||
| Select three credits in Pathway 7 . The course selected in Pathway 7 may double-count with one other Pathway Concept if the selected course is also in another Pathway Concept. | 3 | |
| Subtotal | 47 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
Computer Programming: Courses marked with this footnote are restricted to students in majors outside of mathematics, and are generally taken by students who are majoring in math and another major.
MATH 2644 Mathematics Tutoring can be repeated for credit up to three times (for three total credits).
Free Electives: MATH 1004 Discovering Mathematics I (1 credit) and MATH 1044 Discovering Mathematics II (2 credits) are strongly recommended free electives for first-year math majors.
Satisfactory progress toward the B.S. in Mathematics requires:
120 Credits
Students are required to have a 2.0 overall GPA and a 2.0 in-major GPA for graduation. In-major GPA for this option is computed using all MATH courses with the exception of MATH 1014 Precalculus with Transcendental Functions, MATH 1025 Elementary Calculus, MATH 1026 Elementary Calculus, MATH 1214 Preparation for Calculus, MATH 1454 Introduction to Programming for Mathematical Problem-Solving, MATH 1524 Business Calculus, MATH 1535 Geometry and Mathematics of Design, MATH 1536 Geometry and Mathematics of Design, MATH 1614 Numbers and Operations for Teachers, MATH 1624 Geometry for Teachers, MATH 2534 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics, MATH 2644 Mathematics Tutoring, and MATH 4574 Vector and Complex Analysis for Engineers.
Each student is required to participate in the department’s Outcomes Assessment procedures as determined by each year’s Undergraduate Program Committee and approved by the Chair.
Students who did not successfully complete at least two years of a single foreign, classical, or sign language during high school must successfully complete six credit hours of a single foreign, classical, or sign language at the college level. Courses taken to meet this requirement do not count toward the hours required for graduation. Please consult the Undergraduate Catalog for details.
A total of 120 credits are required for graduation. There is considerable flexibility in designing a program of study. The example below is not likely to fit every situation and is provided for information as you develop your own plan with your academic advisor.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Credits | |
| MATH 1225 | Calculus of a Single Variable (Pathway 5f) | 4 |
| MATH 1004 | Discovering Mathematics I (Free Elective - strongly recommended for math majors, fall only) | 1 |
| MATH 1454 | Introduction to Programming for Mathematical Problem-Solving (fall only) 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 1105 | First-Year Writing (Pathway 1f) | 3 |
| Pathway 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 14 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| MATH 1226 | Calculus of a Single Variable (Pathway 5f) | 4 |
| MATH 1044 | Discovering Mathematics II (Free Elective - strongly recommended for math majors, spring only) | 2 |
| ENGL 1106 | First-Year Writing (Pathway 1f) | 3 |
| Pathway 3 | 3 | |
| Pathway 7 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| MATH 2114 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 2204 | Introduction to Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 2644 | Mathematics Tutoring 3 | 1 |
| Pathway 3 | 3 | |
| Pathway 4 | BIOL, CHEM, GEOS, ISC, NEUR, PHYS, or PSYC | 3 |
| Pathway 6a | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| MATH 2214 | Introduction to Differential Equations (Pathway 5a) | 3 |
| MATH 3034 | Introduction to Proofs | 3 |
| Pathway 2 | 3 | |
| Pathway 4 | BIOL, CHEM, GEOS, ISC, NEUR, PHYS, or PSYC | 3 |
| Pathway 6d | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| MATH 3124 | Modern Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 3214 | Calculus of Several Variables | 3 |
| EDCI 2004 | Exploring the Teaching Profession- Field Studies in Education 4 | 3 |
| Pathway 1a | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| MATH 3144 | Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 3224 | Advanced Calculus | 3 |
| EDCI 2574 | Social Foundations of Education | 3 |
| STAT 3005 or STAT 3604 | Statistical Methods (Recommended) or Statistics for Social Science | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| MATH 4044 | History of Mathematics (fall only) | 3 |
| MATH 4625 | Mathematics for Secondary Teachers (fall only) | 3 |
| EDEP 2374 | Educational Psychology for PK-12 Teachers | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| MATH 4334 | College Geometry (spring only) | 3 |
| MATH 4626 | Mathematics for Secondary Teachers (spring only) | 3 |
| EDCI 3144 | Education of Exceptional Learners | 3 |
| Free Elective 5 | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
MATH 1225 Calculus of a Single Variable is a corequisite for MATH 1454 Introduction to Programming for Mathematical Problem-Solving. Discuss choice of programming course with academic advisor.
The course selected in Pathway 7 may double-count with one other Pathway Concept if the selected course is also in another Pathway Concept.
MATH 2644 Mathematics Tutoring can be repeated for credit up to three times (for three total credits).
It is recommended that students take MATH 2644 Mathematics Tutoring before taking EDCI 2004 Exploring the Teaching Profession- Field Studies in Education.
Students completing the M.A.Ed. program through an accelerated BS/MS or a dual enrollment option should take EDCI 5264 Comprehending Processes and Reading in the Content Areas in spring of the fourth year.
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