Mathematics Major, B.S.

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The following is only one source of information regarding a student’s program of study for a B.S. in Mathematics. Note: Some courses required in the major will also fulfill requirements for the General Education Curriculum. Students should always meet with a faculty advisor for information on course scheduling, rotation, and selection and for planning an effective and efficient program of study. Students must complete the following:

General Education Curriculum:

(See General Education Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees .)

Major Courses:

(grade of C or better required)

MA 181 - Calculus I
MA 182 - Calculus II
MA 283 - Calculus III
MA 284 - Calculus IV
MA 301 - Concepts of Abstract Mathematics
MA 304 - Modern Algebra
MA 305 - Linear Algebra
MA 306 - Differential Equations
MA 310 - Probability and Statistics
MA elective number above 300, excluding MA 318 and MA 319 (3 semester hours)
Select one of the following: (3 semester hours)
MA 303 - Modern Geometry
MA 454 - Foundations of Mathematics
Select one of the following: (3 semester hours)
MA 455 - Advanced Calculus I
MA 461 - General Topology
Note: For mathematics majors, after the successful completion of Calculus I (MA 181), no mathematics courses below MA 114 can be applied toward graduation.
Select one of the following:
SM 125 - Fortran
SM 135 - Programming in C++

Additional Requirements:

Select one from the following: (4 semester hours)
PSP 211 - General Physics with lab
PSP 213 - General Physics (Calculus Based) with lab
Note: At least 14 hours in science (including PSP 211 or PSP 213) is required for the major.
2.0 Major GPA required

2.0 Divisional GPA required

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Mathematics Major, B.S.

General Education Curriculum:

Major Courses:

Additional Requirements:

Total Hours Required for a B. S. in Mathematics: 124 Semester Hours