Mathematics, A.S.

Mathematics (104)
Associate in Science Degree

The Mathematics program prepares the student for transfer to senior-level institution for work in mathematics or for a career as a mathematics technician in business, industry, or government. A strong mathematics background is highly desirable for those who wish to pursue a career in economics or business administration.

Courses in technology, although not designed for transfer to four-year liberal arts programs, will satisfy the elective requirement. Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Trigonometry and Functions, Technical Mathematics I and II CANNOT be used as credit toward an Associate Degree in Mathematics. This is a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) program.

Program Competencies

The student/graduate will be able to:

Utilize appropriate technology for mathematics applications.
Work in a team setting to propose, define, and solve mathematical applications
Perform integration and differentiation techniques.
Solve calculus-based applications to the natural sciences and engineering.
Demonstrate calculus concepts analytically and graphically.

Minimum - 60 credits

First Semester (14)

ENGL 101 - College Writing 3 credits
MATH 221 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4 credits
Physical Education PHED _____ 1 credit

Humanities Elective 3 credits¹

Social Science Elective 3 credits¹

Second Semester (17)

ENGL 102 - Research Writing 3 credits
or ENGL 104 - Literary Research Writing 3 credits
MATH 222 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4 credits
PHYS 221 - Engineering Physics I 4 credits
Humanities Elective 3 credits¹

Elective 3 credits¹

Third Semester (13/16)

PHYS 222 - Engineering Physics II 4 credits
COMP 230 - Programming in C++ for Engineers and Scientists 3 credits
MATH 230 - Linear Algebra 3 credits ²
HLTH 120 - Health Science 3 credits
Social Science Elective 3 credits¹

Fourth Semester (13/16)

COMM 201 - Speech 3 credits
MATH 223 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4 credits
MATH 224 - Differential Equations 3 credits ²
Elective 3 credits¹

Elective 3 credits¹

Note(s):

¹Students should review the catalog of the transfer institution before selecting electives.

²Either Differential Equations or Linear Algebra must be taken to satisfy the Mathematics curriculum requirements. However, it is highly recommended both courses are taken.