Mathematics with Concentration in Statistics and Applied Mathematics BS

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Description
Students in the statistics and applied math concentration will learn essential skills in sampling, experimental design, data modeling, and computer programming skills for model development and data analysis.

Outcomes
1. Students will demonstrate proficiency at formulating questions and use appropriate mathematical techniques to solve problems, both inside and outside mathematics.
2. Students will recognize the need for mathematical rigor, and competently analyze and produce rigorous mathematical arguments.
3. Students will be able to use appropriate technologies and media to seek out and understand mathematics, and clearly communicate the results and conclusions to both professional and non-professional audiences.
4. Students will be exposed to the major areas of mathematics with an emphasis on making connections between the disciplines.

5. Students will demonstrate proficiency and expertise in sampling, experimental design, and data analysis.

 

Curriculum

Core Curriculum

English (3-8 units)

Please see the English section of the College's Core Curriculum

Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)

Please see the Study and Technology Skills section of the College's Core Curriculum

Mathematics (4 credits)

MATH 181Calculus I

4.00

Natural Sciences (8 credits; 1 of the following combinations)

BIOL 196Principles of Modern Biology I

4.00

BIOL 197Principles of Modern Biology II

4.00

or

CHEM 121General Chemistry I

4.00

CHEM 122General Chemistry II

4.00

or

PHYS 151General Physics I

4.00

PHYS 152General Physics II

4.00

Fine Arts (3 credits, 1 course)

Please see the Fine Arts section of the College's Core Curriculum

Constitution (3-6 credits)

Please see the Constitution section of the College's Core Curriculum

Humanities (6 credits, 2 courses)

Please see the Humanities section of the College's Core Curriculum

Social Sciences (3 credits, one course)

Please see the Social Sciences section of the College's Core Curriculum

Cultural Diversity (3 credits, 1 course)

Please see the Cultural Diversity section of the College Core Curriculum

Major Requirements

Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better

Math Courses (15 courses, 47 units)

Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better
MATH 182Calculus II

4.00

MATH 283Calculus III

4.00

MATH 301Introduction to Proofs: Logic, Sets, and Functions

3.00

MATH 314History of Mathematics

3.00

MATH 330Linear Algebra I

3.00

MATH 352Probability and Statistics

3.00

MATH 381Methods of Discrete Mathematics

3.00

MATH 427Differential Equations

3.00

MATH 430Linear Algebra II

3.00

MATH 453Abstract Algebra

3.00

MATH 455Elementary Theory of Numbers

3.00

MATH 457Introduction to Real Analysis I

3.00

MATH 459Elementary Complex Analysis

3.00

MATH 475Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry

3.00

MATH 489Advanced Mathematical Topics

3.00

Math Elective (3 credits)

Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better
Choose one of the following (3 credits):
MATH 454Abstract Algebra II

3.00

MATH 458Introduction to Real Analysis II

3.00

Statistics and applied mathematics courses (15 units, 5 courses)

Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better.
CS 135Computer Science I

3.00

CS 202Computer Science II

3.00

MATH 420Mathematical Modeling

3.00

STAT 461A First Course in Probability

3.00

STAT 467Introduction to Mathematical Statistics I

3.00

Upper Division Math-Related Electives (3 credits)

Must pass courses in this section with a C- or better.
Choose one course (3 units) from any upper-division MATH/STAT course or a subject-matter course with substantial quantitative content (with Advisor approval).
Upper Division MATH or Upper Division STAT elective

3.00

Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Concentration in Statistics and Applied Mathematics

College Core Curriculum 

33-44

Mathematics Courses 50 
Statistics & Applied Mathematics 18 
Electives 8-19 
Total Credits  120