Mathematics (A.S.)

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Official Title of Major: Mathematics, A.S.

Award: Associate of Science degree, A.S.

Code: AS.MATH.MATH

Total Credit Hours: 60

About the Department of Mathematics

Purpose: Prepares for transfer to a four-year institution and a major in mathematics or other subjects which require a strong mathematics background. Prepares also for further study in business, engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or statistics. Develops skills in analyzing and interpreting problems, computer-based problem solving, and using mathematical reasoning to further the scientific method.

Range of Occupations

With continued study after transfer, a mathematics degree may lead to positions in actuarial science, computer science, cryptology, demography, econometrics, engineering, mathematics, mathematics education, the physical sciences, or statistics.

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Honors Program Courses

If you qualify for the Honors Program, you may take honors versions of some courses (such as ENG 101H , ENG 102H , etc.).

Graduation Requirements

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General Education Requirements: 35 credits

An approved list of general education courses can be found in the General Education and Diversity, Technology and Wellness Requirements section of the catalog. Choose general education courses from the following topics:

English: 6 credits

ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1 3 credit hours
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2 3 credit hours
ENG 101 and ENG 101A are equivalent courses. Students may take ENG 101 -ENG 102 or ENG 101A -ENG 102 to meet their English Composition General Education requirement.

Arts and Humanities: 6 credits

Must select two different disciplines. See General Education Arts and Humanities Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Biological and Physical Sciences: 7 credits

At least one lab course required. The following courses are recommended:

CHE 111 - General Chemistry 1 4 credit hours
CHE 112 - General Chemistry 2 4 credit hours
PHY 211 - General Physics 1 4 credit hours
PHY 212 - General Physics 2 4 credit hours

Mathematics: 4 credits

MAT 191 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1 4 credit hours

Social and Behavioral Sciences: 6 credits

Must select two different disciplines. See General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Additional General Education requirements: 6 credits

Technology Requirement 3 credit hours
Must choose one from:
- CTP 103 - Theories and Applications of Digital Technology 3 credit hours OR
- EGR 120 - Introduction to Engineering Design 3 credit hours
Wellness Requirement 3 credit hours
See General Education Wellness Requirement for a list of approved courses.

Program Requirements: 25 credits

Core Courses: 16 credits

MAT 192 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 2 4 credit hours
MAT 201 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 3 4 credit hours
MAT 202 - Linear Algebra 4 credit hours
MAT 212 - Differential Equations 4 credit hours

Electives: 9 Credits

Choose from the list below. Consult with an Academic Advisor when selecting your electives to ensure transferability to your chosen 4-year institution.

BPA 201 - Financial Accounting 3 credit hours
BPA 202 - Managerial Accounting 3 credit hours
CHE 111 - General Chemistry 1 4 credit hours
CHE 112 - General Chemistry 2 4 credit hours
CHE 213 - Organic Chemistry 1 4 credit hours
CHE 214 - Organic Chemistry 2 4 credit hours
CTP 150 - Computer Science 1 4 credit hours
CTP 250 - Computer Science 2 4 credit hours
ECO 211 - Principles of Economics 1 3 credit hours
ECO 212 - Principles of Economics 2 3 credit hours
EGR 209 - Statics 3 credit hours
EGR 222 - Dynamics 3 credit hours
MAT 223 - Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics 3 4 credit hours
MAT 250 - Introduction to Discrete Structures 3 credit hours
PHY 211 - General Physics 1 4 credit hours
PHY 212 - General Physics 2 4 credit hours
PHY 213 - General Physics 3 4 credit hours

Diversity Requirement

All students in associate degree programs must satisfy the Diversity Requirement . In many cases, students may satisfy this requirement simultaneously as they satisfy a general education course requirement or with an elective.

Wellness Requirement

Unless they are in a degree that is exempt, all students in associate degree programs must satisfy the Wellness Requirement . In many cases, students may satisfy this requirement simultaneously as they satisfy a general education course requirement or with an elective.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Use the vocabulary and notation of higher-level mathematics to communicate mathematically.
Create and interpret mathematical relations and functions through graphical, numerical, and symbolic processes.
Evaluate and use appropriate higher-level mathematical techniques (e.g., calculus, linear algebra, differential equations) and technology to solve problems.
Apply mathematical principles to analyze real-world problems in mathematically dependent fields.

This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies.

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Technology Requirement

Satisfied by CTP 103 or EGR 120 .