Program Overview

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is part of the College of Science at San José State University.

Academic Programs

The department offers various academic programs, including:

• Undergraduate Programs
  • Majoring in Math
  • Minoring in Math
• Graduate Programs
• Teaching Credential Programs
  • Requirements for Middle School Teachers

Requirements for Middle School Teachers

There are two options for Multiple Subject Credential holders who wish to teach mathematics at the middle school level:

1. Adding a Foundational Level Credential: An individual who holds a Multiple Subject Credential and wants to add a Foundational-Level Mathematics credential will be required to:

• Pass CSET I and CSET II in mathematics
• Successfully complete a single subject pedagogy course in mathematics

2. Obtaining a Subject Matter Authorization in Mathematics: This authorization substitutes for the Supplemental Authorization for new teachers entering the profession. A Subject Matter Authorization in Mathematics may be added to a Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and will authorize the holder to teach mathematics in grades 9 and below.

Required Content Areas

To qualify for a Subject Matter Authorization in Mathematics, an applicant must complete either:

1. 32 semester or 48 quarter hours of non-remedial collegiate coursework in mathematics, with a minimum of three semester or four quarter hours in each of the specific content areas:

• Algebra
• Advanced Algebra
• Geometry
• Probability or Statistics
• Development of the Real Number System or Introduction to Mathematics

2. A collegiate major from a regionally accredited college or university in a subject directly related to mathematics.

Assessment and Program Learning Objectives

The department assesses its programs and has established program learning objectives for its undergraduate and graduate programs, including:

• BA Math Program Learning Objectives
• BS Math Program Learning Objectives
• MA/MS Math Program Learning Objectives
• MS Statistics Program Learning Objectives

Student Resources

The department provides various resources for students, including:

• Thesis and Project Template
• Tutoring
• Courses
• Advising
• Internships
• Professional Organizations
• Scholarships

Calculus, Discrete Math, and Business Math

The department offers courses in calculus, discrete math, and business math, and provides information on:

• PPA, AP, SAT and ACT Score Information
• Precalculus Proficiency Assessment (PPA)
• Prerequisites

Events

The department hosts various events, including:

• Upcoming Thesis Defense Dates
• SJSU Problem Solvers
• Math Department Workshops