Associate of Science in Mathematics

Program Overview

The Associate of Science in Mathematics program provides a foundation for further study in mathematics or related fields. It develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, and provides a solid understanding of mathematical concepts and principles. Graduates can transfer to four-year universities to pursue bachelor's degrees in mathematics, science, or engineering, or enter careers in various fields requiring mathematical expertise.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Associate of Science (AS) program in Mathematics provides the foundation for further study in mathematics or a related field.
• Graduates of the program can transfer to a four-year university to pursue a bachelor's degree in mathematics, science, or engineering.

Objectives:

• Prepare students for further study in mathematics or a related field.
• Develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Provide students with a solid foundation in mathematical concepts and principles.
• Use the language and notation of differential and integral calculus correctly and use appropriate style and format in written work.
• Recognize the roles of definitions, axioms, and theorems, and identify and construct valid deductive arguments.

Outline:

• The program consists of 28-32 units of coursework, including:
• Core Courses (20 units):
• Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (MATH 150)
• Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (MATH 160)
• Multivariable Calculus 1 (MATH 200)
• Linear Algebra 1 (MATH 210)
• Differential Equations 1 (MATH 220)
• Electives (6-10 units):
• General Chemistry I (CHEM 155)
• Introduction to Programming (CS 104)
• Theory and Practice I (CS 105)
• Theory and Practice II (CS 106)
• Computer Architecture and Organization (CS 107)
• Discrete Structures (CS 108)
• Introduction to Programming for Engineers (CS 133)
• C Programming (CS 137)
• Object-Oriented Programming Using C++ (CS 140)
• Transition to Advanced Mathematics (MATH 180)
• Mechanics Of Solids And Fluids (PHYS 121)
• Electricity and Magnetism (PHYS 122)
• Heat, Light and Modern Physics (PHYS 123)

Assessment:

• Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Homework assignments
• Projects
• Presentations

Teaching:

• The program is taught by experienced faculty who are dedicated to student success.
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Problem-solving sessions
• Labs

Careers:

• Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of careers, including:
• Mathematician
• Statistician
• Actuary
• Software engineer
• Data analyst
• Financial analyst
• Operations research analyst
• Teacher
• Researcher
• Environmental Scientist
• Architect
• Business manager
• Nurse
• Dentist
• Computer programmer
• Electronics engineer
• Forestry manager
• Psychologist
• Photographer