Mathematics B.S.

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 seek out, understand, and clearly communicate mathematics with professional and non-professional audiences, using technologies as appropriate.

4. Students will be exposed to the major areas of mathematics with an emphasis on making connections between the disciplines.

Curriculum

Must pass with a D- or better. Note: A course cannot be counted toward more than one core area, or toward both a core and a major requirement.

Recommended Schedule

A recommended course sequence for Mathematics B.S. is provided for students as guidance to complete their major in four years.

Core Curriculum

English (3-8 credits)

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 190AIntroduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lecture

3.00

BIOL 190LIntroduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lab

1.00

BIOL 191AIntroduction to Organismal Biology Lecture

3.00

BIOL 191LIntroduction to Organismal Biology Lab

1.00

or

CHEM 121AGeneral Chemistry I

3.00

CHEM 121LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory I

1.00

CHEM 122AGeneral Chemistry II

3.00

CHEM 122LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory II

1.00

or

PHYS 151AGeneral Physics I - Lecture

3.00

PHYS 151LGeneral Physics I Laboratory

1.00

PHYS 152AGeneral Physics II - Lecture

3.00

PHYS 152LGeneral Physics II Laboratory

1.00

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 (16 courses, 50 units)

Courses in this section must be completed with a C- or better.
CS 135Computer Science I

3.00

MATH 182Calculus II

4.00

MATH 283Calculus III

4.00

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

3.00

MATH 330Linear Algebra I

3.00

MATH 352Probability and Statistics

3.00

MATH 427Differential Equations

3.00

MATH 453Abstract Algebra

3.00

MATH 457Introduction to Real Analysis I

3.00

MATH 489Advanced Mathematical Topics

3.00

Choose one of the following (3 credits)

Courses in this section must be completed with a C- or better.
MATH 430Linear Algebra II

3.00

MATH 454Abstract Algebra II

3.00

MATH 458Introduction to Real Analysis II

3.00

Upper Division Math-Related Electives (12 credits)

Students must take 12 additional units of MATH or STAT courses at the 300 or 400 level. Any combination of the following courses:

  • Any 300+MATH or STAT course not counted in the required core.
    • MATH 491 can be repeated for up to 3 units.
  • School of Education Dual MATH/MATH Education Majors are required to take EDSC 453, MATH 381 and MATH 455.
    • Admission into the School of Education is required for enrollment into EDSC 453.

 

Upper Division MATH or Upper Division STAT Electives (12)

12.00

Optional Concentrations

Optional concentrations are available in Mathematics Education and Statistics and Applied Mathematics. Please see their catalog pages for additional information.

Summary of Credit Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

College Core Curriculum
 33-44
 Major Requirements
 47
 Electives  29-40
 Total Credits
 120