Mathematics, BA (1701)

The following degree requirements will apply to all students declaring a Mathematics major September 2013 or later. Students who declared the major prior to this date are expected to follow the major requirements as described in the catalog at the time of their entry into the College.

Overview

College Core*	49 credits
Major Prerequisites	4 credits
Major Requirements	28 credits
Open Electives	39 credits
Total	120 credits

* The College Core is noted at 49 credits which is 4 more than the required due to Computer Science, Science, and Mathematics requirements for Mathematics majors.

Required Courses in the College Core

Major Requirements - Mathematics

Prerequisites

MTH 232 - Calculus 2 Credits: 4

Major Courses

Students who choose to major in mathematics must complete the following:

MTH 233 - Calculus 3 Credits: 4
MTH 236 - Introduction to Proof Credits: 3
MTH 250 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MTH 421 - Abstract Algebra 1 Credits: 3
MTH 432 - Probability and Statistics I Credits: 3
MTH 406 - Introduction to Topology Credits: 3 or
MTH 410 - Advanced Calculus Credits: 3 or
MTH 411 - Vector Analysis Credits: 3 or
MTH 415 - Complex Variables Credits: 3
MTH 302 - Differential Equations Credits: 3 or
MTH 310 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3 or
MTH 433 - Probability and Statistics II Credits: 3 or
MTH 441 - Mathematical Modeling Credits: 3
MTH - Open MTH Elective 3 Credits
MTH 461 - Capstone Seminar Credits: 3

Note:

A minimum of a C grade in MTH 231 - Calculus 1 and MTH 232 - Calculus 2 is required to continue as a Mathematics major.

A student who does not earn a C or higher in MTH 231 and/or MTH 232 may retake the course(s) to remain a degree candidate in the major. A student who does not earn a C or higher in the second attempt of MTH 231 and/or MTH 232 must meet with the Department Chair and the Advising Center to help the student choose a major that will lead to successful degree completion. If the student requires further assistance, the chair will refer the student to the Dean.