Mathematics, Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Program Objectives
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate will:
- be able to use relevant technology to solve problems;
- be able to communicate mathematical proofs, definitions, and ideas in an understandable way; and
- be able to apply learned theory, definitions, and processes to solve new problems.
Program Requirements
CIP Code: 27.0101
Major
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Graduation Requirements | ||
| General Education | 36 | |
| Foundations of Learning | ||
| GSD 101 | Foundations of Learning | 3 |
| Upper division courses (42 hrs. distributed throughout Major/Supporting/Gen Ed/Free Electives categories) | ||
| Major Requirements i, ii, iii | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| CSC 174 | Introduction to Programming for Science & Engineering | 3 |
| or CSC 190 | Object- Oriented Programming I | |
| MAT 234 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MAT 239 | Linear Algebra and Matrices | 3 |
| MAT 244 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MAT 254 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MAT 306 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| or MAT 307 | Number Theory | |
| MAT 308 | Modern Algebra I | 3 |
| MAT 315 | Introduction to Analysis | 3 |
| Concentrations | ||
| Students must select one of the following Concentrations: | 18-53 | |
General Mathematics | ||
Mathematics Teaching | ||
| Supporting Course Requirements | ||
| STA 270 | Applied Statistics (Element 2) 1, G | 4 |
| Free Electives | ||
| Choose from 0-35 hours of free electives | 0-35 | |
| Students planning to attend a graduate school in mathematics are strongly encouraged to select an in-depth study of a single foreign language as a part of their program. | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
- 1
Three hours count toward Element 2G
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hours in General Education.
- i.
No course may be used to satisfy a core course and a concentration elective.
- ii.
At least five upper-division courses which satisfy the major requirements (including core and concentration) must be completed at EKU.
- iii.
Only courses completed with a grade of at least “C” will count toward the major requirements (including core and concentration).
General Mathematics Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| Choose from eighteen hours of the following: | 18 | |
Any MAT course numbered 300 or above 1, 2 | ||
Any STA or DSC course numbered 300 or above 3 | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
- 1
MAT 507 Seminar in Mathematics:___ only with department approval.
- 2
Except MAT 349 Applied Learning in Mathematics. No course can be used to satisfy a core course and a concentration elective.
- 3
Except for STA 349 Applied Learning in Statistics. No more than six hours of STA and DSC courses may be used to fulfill this requirement.
Mathematics Teaching Concentration
The student must meet the 2.75 GPA requirement listed in the College of Education section under The Office of Teacher Education Services.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| MAE 303 | Math Models and Applications | 3 |
| MAE 305 | Problem Solving and Technology | 3 |
| MAT 203 | Geometry for 7-12 Teachers | 3 |
| Choose three hours from the following: | 3 | |
| Algorithms II | ||
any MAT course numbered 300 or above 1 | ||
any STA course numbered 300 or above 2 | ||
| Professional Education Requirement | ||
| EDC 300 | Differentiation in Inclusive Classrooms | 3 |
| EDF 203 | Educational Foundations | 3 |
| EDF 204 | Emerging Instructional Technologies | 2 |
| EDF 219 | Human Development and Learning | 3 |
| EDF 413 | Assessment in Education | 3 |
| EMS 300 | Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EMS 474 | Disciplinary Literacy | 3 |
| EMS 490 | Classroom & Behavior Management | 3 |
| ESE 550 | Teaching Mathematics in the Secondary School | 3 |
| SED 104 | Special Education Introduction G, 3 | 3 |
| Clinical Experiences: | ||
| CED 100 | Clinical I: Introduction to the Education Profession | 0.5 |
| CED 200 | Clinical II: Understanding the Learner | 0.5 |
| CED 300 | Clinical III: Curriculum and Instructional Design | 0.5 |
| CED 400 | Clinical IV: Diagnosis and Prescription | 0.5 |
| CED 450 | Clinical V: Practicing Teaching | 1 |
| CED 499 | Clinical VI: The Professional Semester | 9 |
| Exit Requirements | ||
| PRAXIS Exams | ||
| Students in the Mathematics Teaching concentration must register for and take the PRAXIS exams which correlate to their degree program, per College of Education requirements. The PRAXIS exams must be taken prior to student teaching. | ||
| Total Hours | 53 | |
- 1
Except MAT 349 Applied Learning in Mathematics. No course can be used to satisfy a core course and a concentration elective.
- 2
Except for STA 349 Applied Learning in Statistics
- 3
Three hours count toward Element 6G.
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hours in General Education.