Mathematics, B.S.
4. Develop a pattern of personal integrity and the ability to articulate the implications of a biblical worldview concerning mathematics (ULO 2 and 3). 5. After diverse interactions with faculty and students, the student should exhibit the abilities to problem-solve in groups, and successfully communicate mathematical ideas (ULO 1). Degree Program A Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and the mathematics major in one of the concentrations. All mathematics concentrations must include 24 upper-division credits. General Education Requirements The general education requirement for a foreign language for those following a mathematics major may be met by two years of high school language or the first 4 credits of a college language. The science/mathematics requirement may be met by 3 credits of science. Core Requirements
And: MATH 335 Ordinary Differential Equations
Credit(s): 3.
OR MATH 440 Complex Variables
Credit(s): 3.
Elective Requirements Choose one course (3 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math.
Computer Science (53 Credits) This concentration allows a mathematics major the opportunity to focus on the more mathematical aspects of computer science. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
Concentration-Specific Requirements Choose at least two courses from the following list: MATH 321 Numerical Analysis
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 331 Probability MATH 332 Statistics
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 333 Operations Research The following courses are also required: CSCI 106 Data Structures
Credit(s): 3.
Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics must complete the mathematics core of courses and one of the concentrations. MATH 105 Calculus I
Credit(s): 3.
Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming
CSCI 220
Credit(s): 4.
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 106 Calculus II
Credit(s): 4.
Theory of Algorithms
CSCI 400
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 204 Introduction to Abstract Math
Credit(s): 3.
Elective Requirements Choose three courses (9 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math or Computer Science. Mathematics: Secondary Instruction (65 Credits) Students who wish to prepare to teach mathematics at the secondary level should select this concentration to work toward a preliminary single-subject credential. The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola University is subject to change in response to new legislation. Please see a credential analyst in the School of Education for current information on completing the requirements for a teaching credential. Students must consult with both their major advisor and a School of Education advisor. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
MATH 205 Calculus III MATH 291 Linear Algebra
Credit(s): 4.
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 305 Introduction to Real Analysis I
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 315 Abstract Algebra I
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 370 Readings in Mathematics
Credit(s): 1.
MATH 370 must be taken twice (2 credits total). CSCI 105 Introduction to Computer Science Credit(s): 3. Students who plan to pursue graduate studies should take at least two of the following courses regardless of the area of concentration: MATH 410 Introduction to Real Analysis II Credit(s): 3. MATH 450 Abstract Algebra II Credit(s): 3. MATH 480 Research Seminar Credit(s): 1–3. Concentrations Pure Mathematics (47 Credits) This concentration allows the student flexibility in the selection of upper-division courses. A faculty advisor will aid the student in making these choices. Students planning to pursue mathematics in graduate school will find this concentration particularly appropriate. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following:
Concentration-Specific Requirements MATH 331 Probability
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 341 Classical Geometry
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 415 Number Theory and the History of Mathematics
Credit(s): 3.
And: MATH 318 Biostatistics OR MATH 332 Statistics
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Elective Requirements Choose six courses (18 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math.
Introduction to Teaching
LEDU 301 LEDU 330 LEDU 341 LEDU 425 LEDU 433 LEDU 436 LEDU 437
Credit(s): 3.
Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students Secondary Content Area Reading
Credit(s): 3.
Applied Mathematics (47 Credits) Students who are interested in preparing for careers in business or industry should choose this concentration. Courses introduce a variety of areas of applied mathematics. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following.
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
Single Subject Pedagogy Secondary Curriculum
Credit(s): 2.
Credit(s): 3.
Secondary Curriculum Fieldwork
Credit(s): 1.
Student teaching may be completed at the graduate level. LEDU 450 Secondary Student Teaching I
Concentration-Specific Requirements MATH 321 Numerical Analysis
Credit(s): 6.
Credit(s): 3.
Secondary Student Teaching II
LEDU 452
Credit(s): 6.
MATH 331 Probability MATH 332 Statistics
Credit(s): 3.
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 333 Operations Research
Credit(s): 3.
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