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Mathematics, AS with Designation


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Additional information available on the Mathematics Department website.

Recommended basic skills courses are

An understanding of mathematics is necessary for the study of many disciplines such as psychology, business, biology, computer science, engineering, physics, chemistry, and statistics. Students should consult with advisors to ensure that they study the proper curriculum for their respective discipline.

Students may follow the degree with designation in Mathematics or transfer guide in Mathematics to a particular four-year college/university. Consult your Faculty Advisor to assist you in determining the best pathway for you.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Mathematics degree program, students should be able to:

  • Explain information presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words)
  • Convert information into and between various mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words)
  • Select or develop elements of the methodology or theoretical framework to solve problems
  • Examine evidence to identify patterns, differences, similarities, limitations, and/or implications related to the focus
  • Utilize multiple representations to interpret the data
  • State a conclusion based on findings

Full list of requirements can be found at Associate of Science Degrees, AS .

Written Communication


Six (6) credit hours

Mathematics


Five (5) credit hours

Arts and Humanities


Six (6) credit hours.

History


Three (3) credit hours.

Social and Behavioral Sciences


Six (6) credit hours.

Natural and Physical Sciences


Seven (7) credit hours. Two

  courses; one must be with a laboratory (GT-SC1).

Please note: many receiving 4-year institutions prefer students to take PHY 2111  Calculus-based Physics I w/lab to fulfill part of this requirement.

Students should seek advising at their receiving institution for further recommendations.

Additional Required Courses


Sixteen-seventeen (16-17) credit hours

Please note: if these credits are not required for the major at a receiving four-year institution, they will be applied to the bachelor’s degree as elective credit towards graduation. Please check with the receiving institution to determine in which way these courses will be applied.

Electives


Ten-eleven (10-11) credit hours selected from the

  

Total Credit Hours: 60


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