Mathematics
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. This concentration must complete:
of high school mathematics. Note(s): Cannot be counted toward the major. Credit(s): 3.
MATH 102 - Topics in Mathematics Topics in mathematics selected from general education mathematics classes. Arranged in conjunction with the individual needs of the student. Credit(s): 1 - 2. MATH 103 - Calculus for Management Sciences Fundamental principles of differential and integral calculus. Applications chosen mainly from the management sciences. When Offered: Fall, Spring. Prerequisite(s): Passing proficiency exam administered by Mathematics Department or receiving a “C” or better grade in Intermediate Algebra the prior year. Credit(s): 3. MATH 104 - College Algebra Equations, inequalities, systems of equations, functions and graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series. Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school mathematics. Liberal Studies majors only. Credit(s): 3. MATH 105 - Calculus I Limits, differentiation and integration of rational and trigonometric functions, with applications. Introduction to use of Mathematica. When Offered: Fall. Prerequisite(s): Four years of high school mathematics. Credit(s): 4. MATH 106 - Calculus II Differentiation and integration of logarithmic, exponential and inverse trigonometric functions; various methods of integration; infinite sequences and series; parametric equations, polar coordinates. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): 105. Credit(s): 4. MATH 112 - Discrete Structures Elementary properties of sets, discrete probability and combinatorial analysis, graphs, relations, orderings, functions, simple algebraic structures, binary arithmetic and other bases, methods of proof. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school mathematics. Credit(s): 3. MATH 117 - Fundamentals of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I Problem solving, set theory, whole numbers, number theory, integers, rational numbers as fractions, decimals, percents, and real numbers. Use of manipulatives. Prerequisite(s): For elementary education majors only. Note(s): Cannot be counted toward the mathematics major. Credit(s): 3. MATH 118 - Fundamentals of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II Introductory geometry, congruence, symmetry, measurement, algebra and coordinate geometry, statistics, probability. Use of manipulatives. Prerequisite(s): For elementary education majors only. Note(s): Cannot be counted toward the mathematics major. Credit(s): 3. MATH 120 - The Nature of Mathematics Selected topics in mathematics with consideration of historical development and related philosophical issues. Designed to meet the general education requirement in mathematics for liberal arts students. When Offered: Fall, spring. Note(s): Cannot
The Mathematics Core. MATH 331 Probability
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Classical Geometry
MATH 341 MATH 415
Number Theory & the History of Mathematics Introduction to Teaching Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students Secondary Content Area Reading
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
LEDU 301 LEDU 330
Credit(s): 3.
LEDU 341
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 2. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
LEDU 425 LEDU 433 LEDU 436 LEDU 437
Single Subject Pedagogy Secondary Curriculum
Secondary Curriculum Fieldwork
And
Biostatistics
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 318 OR MATH 332
Statistics
Credit(s): 3.
And Two courses (6 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math. Student teaching may be completed at the graduate level. LEDU 450 Secondary Student Teaching I Credit(s): 6. Note: The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola Credit(s): 6. LEDU 452 Secondary Student Teaching II 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. Mathematical Sciences Minor Minor Requirements A Mathematical Sciences Minor is offered with the completion of 23 credits, 6 of which must be upper division. Students must consult with a department advisor. The basic curriculum for a minor includes:
Calculus II
Credit(s): 4. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 4. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
MATH 106 MATH 112 MATH 205 MATH 291
Discrete Structures
Calculus III
Linear Algebra
Introduction to Computer Science
CSCI 105
Two courses (6 credits) at the 300 or 400 level.
Courses (MATH) MATH 101 - Precalculus Mathematics
Sets, the real number system, relations, functions, graphs, algebraic processes, inequalities, trigonometric functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, introduction to sequences. When Offered: Spring. Prerequisite(s): Three years
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