Mathematics, B.S.
MATH 291 Linear Algebra
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Special Education Certificate The School of Education at Biola University offers an online institution-sponsored 12-credit certificate in Special Education which can be embedded into the Liberal Studies, Elementary Education major as a concentration. This certificate will equip a school teacher to better serve special needs students in his/her classroom. Additionally, if a candidate later desires to go into full-time special education, this certificate may provide a head start in coursework. Candidates completing the Special Education Certificate coursework will enjoy 12 credits of focused study in special education, including fieldwork in local schools and the development of competencies that assist the candidate in working with student study teams, systematic data collection, objective reporting, and modification and accommodations to support students with mild to moderate learning disabilities in the regular classroom. The institution-sponsored certificate requires that all coursework be passed with a grade of “B-” or higher. Mathematics, B.S. Mission A Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics provides a strong foundational core for students who wish to pursue graduate studies in pure or applied mathematics; to pursue a career in applied mathematics (e.g., statistics, computer science, operations research, and actuarial mathematics) immediately after obtaining a B.S.; or to teach mathematics in middle school and high school. The courses taken to satisfy the degree requirements are taught viewing mathematics as part of God’s creation, and there is a concentrated effort to integrate faith and learning. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the abilities to think abstractly, problem solve, and prove theorems (ULO 1). 2. Demonstrate the abilities to problem solve, apply mathematical theory to practical situations, and use math-related technology (ULO 1). 3. Develop mathematical content mastery, according to their concentration, for graduate work, high school teaching, or employment in industry (ULO 1). 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 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): 4. MATH 106 Calculus II Credit(s): 4. MATH 204 Introduction to Abstract Math Credit(s): 3. MATH 205 Calculus III Credit(s): 4.
MATH 305 Introduction to Real Analysis I
MATH 315 Abstract Algebra I
MATH 370 Readings in Mathematics 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 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. The student planning to pursue mathematics in graduate school would find this particularly appropriate. In addition to the core requirements above, this concentration must complete the following. Elective Requirements CHOOSE six courses (18 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math. 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. Concentration-Specific Requirements MATH 321 Numerical Analysis Credit(s): 3. MATH 331 Probability Credit(s): 3. MATH 332 Statistics Credit(s): 3. MATH 333 Operations Research Credit(s): 3. 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 Credit(s): 3. MATH 332 Statistics Credit(s): 3. MATH 333 Operations Research Credit(s): 3. The following courses are also required: CSCI 106 Data Structures Credit(s): 3. CSCI 220 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming Credit(s): 3. CSCI 400 Theory of Algorithms Credit(s): 3. Elective Requirements CHOOSE three courses (9 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math or Computer Science.
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