Mathematics

Mission Statement

The Department of Mathematics is committed to providing all students with high-quality instruction and support. The department serves students at all levels of preparation and with interest in various fields of study. Faculty members, with diverse areas of expertise, work with the common goal of fostering in students an appreciation for the beauty and relevance of mathematics. Faculty members also help students develop mathematical, analytic, and problem-solving skills. For students interested in pursuing careers that require a deeper understanding of mathematics, the department offers a range of courses at the advanced level. Courses are offered in the areas of Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics. These courses provide students with the depth and breadth of knowledge required for graduate studies in Mathematics and related fields.

The highly sequential nature of the mathematics curriculum makes it essential that prerequisite mathematical knowledge and skills be mastered prior to enrollment in any mathematics course. A student’s score on the ALEKS Placement test (taken prior to enrolling), as well as a student’s Math ACT or SAT score, are critical in the selection of freshman courses. A grade of C- or better is required for fulfillment of all prerequisite courses.

Each mathematics major must have an assigned faculty member from within the department as an advisor for his or her mathematics program.

For students majoring in other academic disciplines, a mathematics minor can enhance prospects for graduate or professional studies and increase employment opportunities.

• Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics (120 Hours)
• Bachelor of Arts in Mathematic Secondary Education
• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics-Actuarial Science (120 Hours)
• Minor in Applied Mathematics (24-32 Hours)
• Minor in Mathematics (24-32 Hours)
• Minor in Mathematics for Machine Learning (26-34 Hours)
• Certificate in Probability and Statistics (14-22 Hours)