Mathematics emphasis, Associate of Science

Students who successfully complete all Mathematics emphasis, Associate of Science degree requirements will be able to:

  • Solve mathematical problems using a variety of techniques.
  • Apply mathematical concepts and techniques to solve problems in related disciplines and real-life applications.
  • Communicate mathematical concepts, processes, and solutions using language appropriate to the audience.

Program Course Requirements

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Mathematics emphasis, Associate of Science Program Map.

General Education Courses

OSU does not allow students to take courses in their chosen discipline to meet these requirements.

MTH 251ZDifferential Calculus

4

PH 211General Physics With Calculus

5

WR 121ZComposition I

4

WR 227ZTechnical Writing

4

Arts and Humanities - General

3

Arts and Humanities - Global

3

Communication, Media, and Society

3

Difference, Power, and Oppression Foundations

3

Scientific Inquiry and Analysis

4

Social Science

3

Total Credit Hours:36

PH 211: Four credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applies toward program requirements.

WR 227Z: Three credits apply toward general education requirements; one credit applied toward program requirements.

Difference, Power, and Oppression Foundations: ED 216 is recommended for students interested in teaching mathematics.

Scientific Inquiry and Analysis: CH 221Z & CH 227Z is recommended for students interested in the Mathematical Biology option at OSU.

Program Courses

MTH 131Intro to LaTeX

1

STAT 243ZElementary Statistics I

4

or

STAT 265Introduction to Statistics for Engineers

4

MTH 231Elements Of Discrete Math

4

MTH 252ZIntegral Calculus

4

MTH 253ZCalculus: Sequences and Series

4

MTH 254Multivariable Calculus

4

MTH 255Vector Calculus

4

MTH 256Applied Differential Equations

4

MTH 264Introduction to Matrix Algebra

2

MTH 264BIntroduction to Matrix Computations

1

Approved Electives

22

Total Credit Hours:54
 

Students should work closely with a faculty advisor at both LBCC and OSU when selecting elective coursework. Electives and general education courses can be selected to support a minor course of study, major emphasis, or future transfer.

Approved Electives: BI, CH, EC, ENGR, G, MTH, MUS, PH, or STAT prefix courses not listed as program requirements. Other elective courses may be approved by program faculty.

Total Credit Hours: 90