Mathematics B.S.

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PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students who complete the B.S. program in Mathematics will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate facility with analytical concepts.
  2. Write proofs.
  3. Demonstrate facility with algebraic structures.
  4. Apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems.
  5. Use technology to solve problems.
  6. Speak about their work with precision, clarity and organization.
  7. Write about their work with precision, clarity and organization.
  8. Collaborate effectively in teams.
  9. Demonstrate preparation for:
    1. Careers that use mathematics in business, industry, government and the non-profit sector;
    2. Graduate study in fields related to mathematics; and
    3. Teaching mathematics and computer science at the secondary level.

LOWER-DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

COURSE TITLE UNITS
MTH 164 Calculus I 4
MTH 174 Calculus II 4
MTH 233 Linear Algebra 3
MTH 242 Number Theory with Proofs 2
MTH 274 Calculus III 4
CSC 143 Introduction to Computer Programming 3
CSC 153 Fundamentals of Computer Science 3
CSC 254 Data Structures and Algorithms
 4
PHY 241 University Physics I 4
  TOTAL 31

UPPER-DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

COURSE TITLE UNITS
MTH 333Differential Equations3
MTH 352 History of Mathematics 2
MTH 382 Mathematical Statistics  2
MTH 424 Real Analysis
4
MTH 444 Abstract Algebra
4
MTH 481 Senior Seminar in Mathematics 1
MTH 492 Special Topics in Mathematics 2
Choose two courses from:
MTH 343 Discrete Mathematics 3
MTH 373Mathematical Modeling3
MTH 413Complex Analysis3
Choose one sequence from:  
MTH 496 (2) AND 497 (1) Service Learning in Mathematics I and II 3
MTH 498 (2) AND 499 (1) Independent Research in Mathematics I and II 3
HON 498 (2) AND HON 499 (1) Honors Project I and II  3
Five additional elective units from:
COURSE TITLE UNITS
MTH 343 Discrete Mathematics 3
MTH 373Mathematical Modeling3
MTH 392 Mathematical Probability 2
MTH 402 Topics in Geometry 2
MTH 413 Complex Analysis 3
MTH 463 Secondary School Mathematics 3
MTH 471
History of Mathematics Study Tour 1
MTH 491 Independent Studies in Mathematics
 1-4
MTH 492 Special Topics in Mathematics 2
MTH 496 Service Learning in Mathematics I 2
MTH 497  Service Learning in Mathematics II  1
MTH 498 Independent Research in Mathematics I  2
MTH 499 Independent Research in Mathematics II 1
HON 498 Honors Project I 2
HON 499 Honors Project II 1
  TOTAL 32
Note: An elective class may not count as both upper-division core and a required “additional elective.”

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES FOR MATHEMATICS TRACKS:

Graduate School: One semester of independent study continuing Abstract Algebra or Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Honors Project or Independent Research in Mathematics.

Teaching: The university’s agreement with the State of California requires students seeking a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics to take Topics in Geometry,  Mathematical Probability, Discrete Mathematics, Complex Analysis and Secondary School Mathematics. In addition, students must take Education 304, Legal, Ethical and Wesleyan Perspectives in Education. Education 402, Research-Based Learning Theory is also recommended.

Industry: Complex Analysis, Mathematical Probability, and Mathematical Modeling.

Actuary: Mathematical Probability, Discrete Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling.
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