College of Business and Technology

Mathematics Major (BA Traditional)

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This program teaches students to think logically and to use a variety of techniques to analyze and solve problems.  Students also learn to communicate mathematical ideas clearly and professionally in written and oral formats.  The BA degree is designed to allow students to pursue a complementary second major or a minor so they are better prepared for a wide variety of technical careers in business, industry, and education.

General Education Requirements

All degree seeking undergraduate students must complete the general education requirements.

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Arts degree consists of a major of typically 32 to 44 credits or two minors, general education courses, and elective courses totaling a minimum of 120 credits.

Required
MAT 110Introduction to Probability and Statistics3
MAT 135Calculus I4
MAT 145Calculus II5
CSC 210Microsoft Excel Core4
or CSC 115 Introduction to Computer Science
MAT 220Discrete Mathematics3
MAT 305Foundations of Geometry3
MAT 330Advanced Probability and Statistics4
MAT 375Differential Equations and Linear Algebra4
MAT 450Abstract Algebra4
or MAT 460 Foundations of Analysis
MAT 499Senior Outcomes0
Electives
Select a minimum of 7 credits of the following:7
MAT 255
Calculus III (4)
MAT 450
Abstract Algebra 1 (4)
or MAT 460
 Foundations of Analysis (4)
MAT 478
Mathematics Seminar (3)
MAT 488
Independent Study in Mathematics (1-4)
MAT 498
Mathematics Internship (1-4)
Total Credits41