Mathematics (B.S.)

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Bulletin/Catalog Year 2018-2019

College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Department of Mathematics

Location: Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building, Room 205
Phone: 931-221-7833
Website: www.apsu.edu/mathematics/

Description of Major

The friendly faculty and staff in the Department of Mathematics are dedicated to providing a quality education in mathematics. Mathematics provides elegant and effective tools for solving problems in virtually every area of human endeavor, and is especially appealing to students who like to solve problems. The study of mathematics will enhance your critical thinking skills and provide you with an excellent background for careers in almost any field, including science, engineering, education, law, and medicine.

General Education Core

	Credit Hours
see Common Core	41
University-Wide Freshman Seminar Requirement	1

Major Core Requirements

Lower Division Courses

Total Hours 8

Upper Division Courses

Total Hours 13

Actuarial Science

Actuaries use mathematics, probability, statistics, and financial theory to assess financial risk and uncertainty. The concentration in actuarial science prepares students for entry-level positions in actuarial science, as well as other areas. Prior to graduations, students typically pass at least two actuarial exams and complete the validation by educational experience (VEE) credits for either of the two actuarial societies (SOA or CAS). The concentration also prepares students for entry into masters and Ph.D. programs in actuarial science, mathematics, mathematical finance, engineering, statistics, and other related disciplines. Actuarial science frequently ranks very highly on best careers lists, and the job outlook for actuaries is excellent.

Lower Division Courses

Total Hours 21-22

Upper Division Courses

Total Hours 36

Electives

Select at least four (4) courses from the list below in consultation with an advisor

Total Hours 12

Mathematics Education

The Mathematics Education concentration leads to secondary certification in mathematics. The secondary certification licensure is designed for individuals desiring to teach mathematics in grades 6-12, in both middle and high-school settings. The Professional Education Minor is also required for secondary certification.

Lower Division Courses

Total Hours 15-16

Upper Division Courses

MATH 3000 - Discrete Mathematics 3
MATH 3630 - College Geometry 3
MATH 4010 - History of Mathematics 3
MATH 4110 - Number Theory 3
MATH 4200 - Mathematics Content and Pedagogy for Middle School 3
MATH 4400 - The Teaching of Secondary School Mathematics 3
MATH 4450 - Mathematical Models 3
or
STAT 4240 - Probability 3
MATH 4500 - Modern Algebra 3
MATH 4810 - Senior Seminar 1
STAT 3250 - Statistical Methods 3
Student Teaching represents an additional 12 credit hours in the following courses.
EDUC 4610 - Undergraduate Student Teaching Grades 6-8 5
EDUC 4710 - Undergraduate Student Teaching Grades 9-12 5
EDUC 4950 - Undergraduate Student Teaching Seminar 2

Total Hours 37

Statistics

The concentration in statistics prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of areas that require logical and analytical skills, especially those with a data science focus. This concentration also prepares students for entry into master’s and Ph.D. programs in mathematics, engineering, statistics, and other related disciplines. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has a solid track record for preparing students for graduate study in statistics, and the career outlook for statisticians is very favorable.