Mathematics, BS
Program Description
Mathematics:
People with mathematics degrees are found in a broad range of occupations where quantitative skills are needed; one of the largest employers of mathematics is the National Security Agency. Often a minor field of study (such as computer science) provides the supporting credential for entry-level jobs.
Actuarial and Business Applications:
The actuarial and business applications concentration combines mathematical knowledge with quantitative business applications. The result is a very marketable degree that provides many exciting career opportunities for graduates. A student should be prepared to take the first actuarial examination in the spring of his/her junior year and the second examination the following spring. A student choosing this emphasis will complete a minor in accounting-finance.
Teaching Certification:
Many who major in the field of mathematics combine those studies with education courses and obtain employment as teachers. A completion of professional education coursework, including a semester of student teaching, prepares students for elementary or secondary teacher certification in Michigan and Ontario.
Graduate School:
An undergraduate mathematics major with emphasis on abstraction, together with an analytical approach to problem solving, continues to provide strong preparation for graduate work in diverse fields — especially when combined with a minor in the related field.
Program Learning Outcomes (BS Mathematics)
- Develop and clearly express mathematical concepts in written and oral communication. (Communication)
- Use computing, gather evidence, discover patterns, create models, experiment with data, and solve theoretical or applied problems. (Problem Solving)
- Use symbolic, analytical and quantitative skills and formal mathematical tools and techniques to analyze problems, synthesize solutions, and write proofs. (Analysis)
- Apply mathematical methodologies and adhere to ethical and professional standards in their senior capstone project. (Professional Responsibility)
Program Learning Outcomes (BS Mathematics, Secondary Teaching)
- Use mathematical processes, axiomatic systems, computing, algorithms, and logical reasoning to solve problems and communicate mathematical ideas. (Mathematical Processes and Number Concepts)
- Describe, analyze, and generalize patterns, algebraic relationships and functions using the tools of algebra and calculus. (Patterns, Algebraic Relationships, and Functions)
- Apply geometric principles in Euclidean, analytic, transformational and vector geometry to analyze geometric objects, form conjectures, solve problems and prove theorems. (Measurement and Geometry)
- Organize, analyze and interpret data, sets and relations using the tools of statistics, probability and discrete mathematics. (Data Analysis, Statistics, Probability, and Discrete Mathematics)
Bachelor of Science Mathematics
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Departmental Requirements | ||
| MATH 151 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 152 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 215 | Fund Concepts of Mathematics | 4 |
| MATH 251 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 305 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 308 | Probability and Math Stats | 3 |
| MATH 309 | Applied Statistics | 4 |
| MATH 310 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 341 | Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 351 | Graph Theory | 3 |
| MATH 401 | Mathematical Modeling | 3 |
| MATH 411 | Advanced Topics in Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 421 | Real Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 490 | Ind Res Topics in Mathematics | 3 |
| Additional MATH course 1 | 3-4 | |
| Other Requirements | ||
| CSCI 103 | Survey of Computer Science | 3 |
| CSCI 105 | Intro to Computer Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 121 | Principles of Programming | 4 |
| PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | 4 |
| Free Electives or Academic Minor | 32-36 | |
| Total Hours | 96-101 | |
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Course numbered above MATH 215 Fund Concepts of Mathematics
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.
Bachelor of Science Mathematics, Concentrations in Secondary Teaching Grade Band 5-9, and Secondary Teaching Grade Band 7-12
The BS Mathematics Secondary Teaching Grade Band 5-9/Grade Band 7-12 focuses on developing teacher candidates in mathematical knowledge for teaching specifically in the grade band selected. Teacher candidates will take mathematics courses that will provide them with both common and specialized content knowledge of mathematics that relates to the standards addressed in the selected grade band. In addition to mathematics courses, students will also take a series of courses that are part of a STEM and Modeling Cognate in order to make connections and demonstrate applications of mathematics to other subjects.
Teacher candidates will also take both education and mathematics education courses to develop and strengthen their knowledge of pedagogical content and curriculum. In these courses, the teacher candidates will develop lesson and unit plans, discuss methods of mathematics intervention, and engaging student motivation in mathematics. Additionally, students will engage in clinical experiences throughout the program as they develop, deliver, and reflect on learning and instructional activities with students in the selected grade band.
Upon completion of coursework, student teaching, a semester-long experience, is completed in the fall of the fifth year within the selected grade band. Typically, this student teaching experience will be in the Eastern Upper Peninsula or in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The 5-9/7-12 Math Michigan Test for Teacher Certification must be passed prior to beginning student teaching.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary Mathematics Requirements | ||
| MEDU 303 | Teach Sec Mathematics Tech | 3 |
| MEDU 403 | Sec Mathematics Instruction | 3 |
| MATH 151 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 152 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 215 | Fund Concepts of Mathematics | 4 |
| MATH 321 | History of Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 325 | College Geometry | 3 |
| CSCI Cognate | ||
| CSCI 105 | Intro to Computer Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 121 | Principles of Programming | 4 |
| STEM and Modeling Cognate | 12-18/6-10 | |
| Grade Band 5-9: Choose two from the following options (12-18 credits): | ||
| Grade Band 7-12: Choose one from the following options (6-10 credits): | ||
| Option 1 | ||
| General Biology: Cells | ||
| General Biology: Organisms | ||
| Option 2 | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| General Chemistry II | ||
| Option 3 | ||
| Introduction to Data Science | ||
| Int to Artificial Intelligence | ||
| Option 4 | ||
| Principles Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles Microeconomics | ||
| Option 5 | ||
| Introduction to GIS and GPS | ||
| Intermediate GIS | ||
| Option 6 | ||
| Intro American Govt/Politics | ||
| Women & Politics Around World | ||
| Grade Band 5-9 Physics Requirement: | ||
| PHYS 221 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| or PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | |
| Grade Band 7-12 Physics Requirement: | ||
| PHYS 231 | Appl Phys Engineer/Scientist I | 4 |
| Total Hours | 51-49 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Grade Band Math Requirements | 3-25 | |
| Grade Band 5-9 Requirement (3 Credits): | ||
| Prin of Statistical Methods | ||
| Grade Band 7-12 Requirement (25 Credits) | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| Probability and Math Stats | ||
| Applied Statistics | ||
| Differential Equations | ||
| Abstract Algebra I | ||
| Mathematical Modeling | ||
| Real Analysis | ||
| Total Hours | 3-25 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Education Sequence (Grade Band 5-9) | ||
| Minimum grade of B- in all TEAC Courses | ||
| TEAC 101 | Becoming a Teacher | 2 |
| TEAC 120 | Impact Diversity on Education | 4 |
| TEAC 221 | Special Education/Partnerships | 3 |
| TEAC 222 | Adolescent Development | 2 |
| TEAC 343 | 3-6 Operations | 2 |
| TEAC 355 | Gen Method Adolescent Learners | 2 |
| TEAC 423 | Partnerships & Classroom Mgmt | 3 |
| TEAC 444 | 3-6 Fraction Decimal Operation | 2 |
| TEAC 453 | 3-6 Math/Sci Integrated Method | 3 |
| TEAC 480 | Directed Teaching Seminar | 2 |
| TEAC 492 | Directed Teaching | 10 |
| Total Hours | 35 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Education Sequence (Grade Band 7-12) | ||
| Minimum grade of B- in all TEAC Courses | ||
| TEAC 101 | Becoming a Teacher | 2 |
| TEAC 120 | Impact Diversity on Education | 4 |
| TEAC 221 | Special Education/Partnerships | 3 |
| TEAC 222 | Adolescent Development | 2 |
| TEAC 355 | Gen Method Adolescent Learners | 2 |
| TEAC 423 | Partnerships & Classroom Mgmt | 3 |
| TEAC 480 | Directed Teaching Seminar | 2 |
| TEAC 492 | Directed Teaching | 10 |
| Total Hours | 28 | |
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.70 or higher. A gpa of 2.70 or higher is required in your Major, and a gpa of 2.00 or higher is required in your General Education Requirements.
Bachelor of Science Mathematics, Concentration Actuarial and Business Applications
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Departmental Requirements | ||
| MATH 151 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 152 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 215 | Fund Concepts of Mathematics | 4 |
| MATH 251 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 305 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 308 | Probability and Math Stats | 3 |
| MATH 309 | Applied Statistics | 4 |
| MATH 310 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 341 | Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| MATH 351 | Graph Theory | 3 |
| MATH 401 | Mathematical Modeling | 3 |
| MATH 411 | Advanced Topics in Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 421 | Real Analysis | 3 |
| MATH 490 | Ind Res Topics in Mathematics | 3 |
| Cognates | ||
| CSCI 103 | Survey of Computer Science | 3 |
| CSCI 105 | Intro to Computer Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 121 | Principles of Programming | 4 |
| ECON 201 | Principles Macroeconomics | 3 |
| FINC 341 | Managerial Finance | 4 |
| Free Electives | 11-15 | |
| Total Hours | 75-79 | |
A student choosing this emphasis will complete a minor in accounting finance (24 credits).
General Education: All LSSU bachelor’s degree candidates must complete the LSSU General Education Requirements.
A minimum of 124 credits (at the 100 level or higher) must be earned for graduation with a cumulative gpa of 2.00 or higher. A gpa of 2.00 or higher is also required in your Major, as well as in your General Education Requirements.