Mathematics (BS)

Location(s): Northern State University Campus

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Student Learning Outcomes

Students break down a mathematical problem into multiple steps, resulting in an informed conclusion. (Cross-curricular Skill: Inquiry and Analysis)
Students effectively communicate mathematical ideas in writing. (Cross-curricular Skill: Critical and Creative Thinking)
Students apply mathematical principles to solve applied problems. (Cross-curricular Skill: Information Literacy)
Students work as a team while completing a mathematical task. (Cross-curricular Skill: Teamwork)
Students write convincing arguments to prove or disprove mathematical statements. (Cross-curricular Skill: Problem Solving)

Coursework Required

IDL 190 - Seminar 1-3 credits (2 credits required)
MATH 123 - Calculus I 4 credits
MATH 125 - Calculus II 4 credits
MATH 225 - Calculus III 4 credits
MATH 321 - Differential Equations 3 credits
MATH 351 - Foundations of Mathematics 3 credits
MATH 381 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics 3 credits
MATH 412 - Linear Algebra 3 credits
MATH 413 - Abstract Algebra I 3 credits
MATH 425 - Real Analysis I 3 credits

Mathematics electives (choose 2) (6 credits)

MATH 216 - Discrete Structures 3 credits
MATH 331 - Advanced Engineering Math 3 credits
MATH 361 - Modern Geometry 3 credits

Minor

A minor is required with this major plus electives to total 120 hours of which 36 hours must be 300-400 level courses. Obtaining an associate’s degree or a second major (not including Math Education) will also satisfy this requirement.

Total: 38 credits

NOTE (MATH 123):

MATH 123 is required for this program. MATH 103 or higher if taken will count for GE Goal #5.

General Education Requirements - Baccalaureate (30 credits)

Please see General Education & Degree Requirements for specific information about each SGR.

SGR #1 - 6 credits

ENGL 101 - Composition I 3 credits
ENGL 201 - Composition II 3 credits

SGR #2 - 3 credits

CMST 101 - Foundations of Communication 3 credits
CMST 215 - Public Speaking 3 credits
CMST 222 - Argumentation and Debate 3 credits

SGR #3 - 6 credits in two disciplines

Elementary and Special Education majors must take GEOG 210 , POLS 100 , and HIST 151 or HIST 152 .

ANTH 210 - Cultural Anthropology 3 credits
CJUS 201 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits
CMST 201 - Interpersonal Communication 3 credits
ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits
ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits
GEOG 200 - Introduction to Human Geography 3 credits
GEOG 210 - World Regional Geography 3 credits
GEOG 212 - Geography of North America 3 credits
HIST 151 - United States History I 3 credits
HIST 152 - United States History II 3 credits
HIST 256 - World History 3 credits
POLS 100 - American Government 3 credits
POLS 210 - State and Local Government 3 credits
POLS 250 - Introduction to International Relations 3 credits
PSYC 101 - General Psychology 3 credits
SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology 3 credits
SOC 150 - Social Problems 3 credits
SOC 250 - Courtship and Marriage 3 credits

Degree Requirements (BS) - 9 credits

Human Values (3 credits)

ARTH 311 - History of World Art III 3 credits
BADM 457 - Business Ethics 3 credits
BIOL 383 - Bioethics 3 credits
BIOL 454 - Environmental Ethics 3 credits
EDFN 102 - Introduction to Education 3 credits
POLS 208 - Politics of Science and Technology 3 credits
POLS 308 - Citizenship and Democracy 3 credits
THEA 435 - History of American Musical Theatre 3 credits

Quantitative Course (3 credits)

A course in Mathematics with a pre-requisite of MATH 114 or higher.

BADM 220 - Business Statistics 3 credits
BIOL 281 - Introduction to Statistics 3 credits
ECON 220 - Business Statistics 3 credits
MATH 281 - Introduction to Statistics 3 credits
MATH 381 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics 3 credits
PSYC 371 - Statistics in Psychological Research 3 credits
SOC 209 - Statistical Reasoning for Social Science 3 credits

Additional Course (3 credits)

Course with MATH prefix above the level of College Algebra* OR
Third course in Natural Sciences OR
ECON 423 - Introduction to Econometrics 3 credits
NOTE: MATH 103 , MATH 104 , and MATH 115 are considered to be at the same level as College Algebra and therefore may not be used to satisfy this requirement.