Mathematics, BS

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The Mathematics curriculum stresses breadth, theory, and depth in the study of mathematics while allowing the student the flexibility to choose among topics of their interest.

Mathematics Program

In order to calculate the Math Major GPA, any course with the prefix MATH or MAED 352 should be included in the calculation with the following exceptions:

MATH 309 - Numeration Systems

MATH 310 - Probability, Statistics, and Programming

MATH 357 - Intersections: The World of Art and Math

MATH 430 - Teaching Mathematics in the Middle Schools

Civitae Core Requirements (39-40 credits)

Civitae Core

Mathematics majors may count Civitae Core courses satisfying major requirements as also satisfying their respective Civitae Core requirements, up to two Pillar courses and one Perspectives course. (Students pursuing Virginia teaching licensure are not restricted as to the number of courses.) The following are the courses in this major that may be used in this way:

MATH 171 is required to be taken to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Pillar requirement

Mathematics majors seeking Secondary Education Endorsement are required to take EDUC 245 to satisfy the Human Behavior and Social Institutions Pillar requirement, and either MATH 304 or MATH 320 to fulfill the Quantitative Reasoning Perspectives requirement.

Additional Degree Requirements

Additional Degree Requirements BS Degree: 3-4 credits CMSC 140 or CMSC 160

Major Requirements (41 credits)

MATH 171 - Statistical Decision Making 3 credits
MATH 175 - Discrete Mathematics 2 credits
MATH 261 - The Differential and Integral Calculus I 4 credits
MATH 262 - The Differential and Integral Calculus II 4 credits
MATH 280 - Linear Algebra 3 credits
MATH 300 - Proofs and Number Theory 3 credits
MATH 342 - Introduction to Modern Algebra 3 credits
MATH 361 - Multivariable Calculus 4 credits
MATH 372 - Mathematical Probability and Statistics I 3 credits
MATH 461 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics 2 credits
MATH 462 - Advanced Calculus 3 credits
1 credit from:
MATH 390 - Directed Study in Mathematics 1-3 credits.
or
MATH 392 - Internship in Mathematics 1-3 credits
or
MATH 482 - Directed Teaching in the Secondary School 12 credits. (additional credits in MATH 482 count toward the Secondary Education endorsement)
or
MATH 490 - Directed Study in Mathematics 1-3 credits.
or
MATH 498 - Honors Research in Mathematics 3 credits.
or
MAED 490 - Directed Study in Mathematics Education 1-3 credits.

Electives (9-12 credits)

Students must complete a total of 12 additional credits consisting of Mathematics courses at the 300-400 level. Additionally, among the Civitae Core Perspectives courses, only MATH 301 and one of MATH 304 or MATH 320 may count toward Mathematics elective credit.

Electives may NOT include:

MATH 309 - Numeration Systems

MATH 310 - Probability, Statistics, and Programming

MATH 313 - Geometry and Reasoning

MATH 350 - Ethical Issues in Mathematics and Computer Science

MATH 430 - Teaching Mathematics in the Middle Schools

MATH 451 - The Teaching of Secondary Mathematics

MATH 482 - Directed Teaching in the Secondary School

Secondary Education Endorsement, grades 6-12 (26 credits)

*MATH 335 and one of MATH 304 or MATH 320 count towards the mathematics major. ***Students must be admitted to the Teacher Preparation Program before they will be permitted to enroll in any subsequent 300-400 level EDUC courses.

MATH 304 - Mathematics History 3 credits * (3 credits counted in the Civitae Core)
or
MATH 320 - International Studies in Mathematics History 3 credits * (3 credits counted in the Civitae Core)
MATH 335 - Advanced Euclidean Geometry 3 credits. * (3 credits counted in the major requirements
MATH 451 - The Teaching of Secondary Mathematics 2 credits.
MATH 482 - Directed Teaching in the Secondary School 12 credits.
(1 credit is counted in Major requirements)
MAED 152 - Principles of Secondary Education in Mathematics 1 credit.
MAED 252 - Practicum in Mathematics Education I 2 credits.
MAED 352 - Practicum in Mathematics Education II 2 credits.
EDUC 245 - Human Growth as a Function of Social, Political and Economic Institutions 3 credits (3 credits counted in the Civitae Core)
EDUC 260 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession 2 credits
EDUC 432 - Content Area Literacy 3 credits ***
EDUC 487 - Classroom Management and System Issues 3 credits ***

General Electives

General Electives (non-teaching majors) (32-37 credits) General Electives (teaching majors) (9-11 credits)

Total Credits Required

BS in Mathematics 120

BS in Mathematics with Secondary Teaching Endorsement 120