Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics Requirements

Expected Outcomes:

• Students will demonstrate a breadth of knowledge from calculus, algebra, discrete mathematics, and advanced mathematics courses.

• Students will have a working knowledge of logic demonstrated by the ability to construct proofs of mathematical statements and the ability to critically read mathematical proofs to detect logical flaws or unsupported statements.

• Students will be able to use appropriate technology for solving and presenting mathematics.

• Students will communicate advanced mathematical ideas in both written and oral form.

Degree Requirements (Semester Hours)

General Education

Note: The Core should include

MAT 142	Analytic Geometry & Calculus I	5
MIS 240	Intro to Computer Programming	3

Required Mathematics Courses (18)

MAT 241	Analytic Geometry & Calculus II	4
MAT 242	Analytic Geometry & Calculus III	4
MAT 271	Introduction to Math Models	1
MAT 281	Discrete Mathematics	3
MAT 350	Foundations of Mathematics	3
MAT 490	Mathematics Tutorial	1
MAT 491	Mathematics Thesis	2

Mathematics Electives (must include MAT 310 or 320 and a 400-level course) (18)

MAT 310	Linear Algebra	3
MAT 320	Differential Equations	3
MAT 330	History of Mathematics	3
MAT 370	Geometry	3
MAT 380	Combinatorics & Graph Theory	3
MAT 390	Topics in Mathematics	3
MAT 420	Abstract Algebra	3
MAT 440	Real Analysis	3

Elective Courses for the Bachelor of Arts Degree (34)*

Elective Courses for the Bachelor of Science Degree (34)*

Total Credit Hours: 121

*A minimum of forty-five (45) semester hours must be earned in courses numbered 300 or above.