Mathematics, Teacher Certification Track (BS)

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Mathematics Major and Learning Outcomes

The Mathematics Program

All degree candidates are required to complete the eleven core courses:

MA - 121 Calculus I: MOT/Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 122 Calculus II Credits: 3
MA - 223 Calculus III Credits: 3
MA - 224 Calculus IV Credits: 3
MA - 231 Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 243 Differential Equations Credits: 3
MA - 301 Probability Theory Credits: 3
MA - 331 Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MA - 453 Senior Coordinating Seminar Credits: 3
CS - 121 Introduction to Computer Programming Credits: 3
PH - 201 General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat Credits: 5
OR
PH - 211 General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat (no Lab) Credits: 4

One of the following:

MA - 445 Advanced Calculus Credits: 3
MA - 471 Abstract Algebra Credits: 3

Four elective courses selected from the following:

CS - 122 Object-Oriented Programming Credits: 3
MA - 260 History of Mathematics Credits: 3
any mathematics courses at the 300 and 400 levels

Required Courses

Certification for teaching mathematics at the secondary level may be obtained through the education department. Degree candidates seeking secondary school certification are required to complete the following fourteen courses:

MA - 121 Calculus I: MOT/Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 122 Calculus II Credits: 3
MA - 223 Calculus III Credits: 3
MA - 224 Calculus IV Credits: 3
MA - 231 Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 243 Differential Equations Credits: 3
MA - 301 Probability Theory Credits: 3
MA - 302 Statistical Theory Credits: 3
MA - 331 Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MA - 351 Fundamentals of Modern Geometry Credits: 3
MA - 445 Advanced Calculus Credits: 3
MA - 453 Senior Coordinating Seminar Credits: 3
MA - 471 Abstract Algebra Credits: 3
CS - 121 Introduction to Computer Programming Credits: 3
PH - 201 General Physics I: Mechanics and Heat Credits: 5

Additional Information

Additional certification requirements and information about the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) are found under the entry for the education program.