2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

Mathematics Education, Bachelor of Science

The mathematics education major requirements include 33 hours in mathematics and computer and information systems and 50 hours of professional studies in education. Students completing the mathematics education major requirements are eligible to receive the bachelor of science degree.

Mathematics Specialization Requirements

Core Courses

CIST 210Programming and Data Structures I

3

MATH 115Calculus I

4

MATH 116Calculus II

4

MATH 217Multivariable Calculus

3

MATH 218Differential Equations

3

MATH 301Probability And Statistics

4

MATH 302Non-Euclidean Geometry & History

4

 

MATH 308Abstract Algebra

4

OR

MATH 319Advanced Calculus

4

 

MATH 312Linear Algebra

4

CIST 210, MATH 115, and MATH 116 may be met through AP credit or proficiency test.

Introductory Scientific Programming may be substituted for CIST 210.

Required Professional Studies Courses

EDUC 101Introduction Educational Practice

3

EDUC 202Cultural Awareness in the Classroom

3

EDUC 280Exceptional Child

3

EDUC 282Educational Psychology Application

3

EDUC 316Read/Write Across Curriculums

3

EDUC 333The Learning Environment

3

EDUC 340Educational Measurement/Evaluation

3

EDUC 342Middle School Curriculum/Instruct

3

EDUC 400Early Professional Experience

1

EDUC 409Secondary Methods

3

EDUC 410Secondary Methods Clinical Practice

3

EDUC 421Student Teaching/Secondary

7 to 15

EDUC 472Middle School Mathematic Methods

3

EDUC 428Secondary Programs Clinical Seminar

1

MATHEMATICS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AT A GLANCE
Type of Credit Required Credits
General Education (For B.S.)* 33
Major 33
Education 50
Elective 4
Total Credits to Earn Degree 120
*Based on students arriving as first time freshmen. Some general education requirements are met through required major courses. This reduces the number of required general education credits.