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Mathematics (BS)

Overview

The USAO’s mathematics program is designed to meet the needs and interests of the general student, provide the mathematics background required by students in the physical, life, and behavioral sciences, and develop the maturity and competence required by the student preparing for a teaching and/or research career in mathematics.

BS in Mathematics Degree Checksheet Why Major in Mathematics?

Degree Requirements

See Interdisciplinary Core Curriculum

Mathematics Prerequisite Courses (6 hours)

MATH 1513College Algebra

3
MATH 1613Trigonometry

3

Required Math Core (18 hours)

MATH 1743Calculus and Analytical Geometry I

3
MATH 2223Calculus and Analytical Geometry II

3
MATH 2243Calculus and Analytical Geometry III

3
MATH 3263Calculus and Analytical Geometry IV

3
MATH 3253Foundations of Mathematics

3
MATH 3323Modern Algebra I

3

Mathematics Electives (choose 12 hours)

MATH 3233Linear Algebra

3
MATH 3313Advanced Euclidean Geometry

3
MATH 3333Modern Algebra II

3
MATH 3353Differential Equations

3
MATH 3363Advanced Calculus I

3
MATH 3373Advanced Calculus II

3
MATH 4303Probability and Statistics I

3
MATH 4403Probability and Statistics II

3
MATH 4413Numerical Analysis

3
MATH 4423Complex Variable Theory

3

Required Physics (3-4 hours)

PHYS 2113General Physics I

3

Note: PHYS-2214 General Physics I with Calculus may substitute for PHYS-2113 General Physics I.

Required Computer Science (3 hours)

CSCI 1143Introduction to Computing

3

Required Natural Science (0-2 hours)

NSCI 2710Stem Communication

0
NSCI 3710Next Step Preparation

0

Note: NSCI-2711 may be substituted for NSCI-2710; NSCI-3711 may be substituted for NSCI-3710.