The mathematics curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students preparing for a career in education as well as those seeking employment in industry or government or intending to pursue graduate study in mathematics. The program provides a broad foundation in computational, analytical, and humanistic aspects of mathematics and offers students an opportunity to acquire an array of advanced techniques while attaining to a deeper understanding of the universe, human culture, mathematical pedagogy, and the nature of rational inquiry. Students receive a solid grounding in logic, number theory, probability, statistics, geometry, real variables, modern algebra, and mathematics history, while exploring mathematical ideas in a collaborative environment and developing oral and written communication skills.
Majors in mathematics may obtain credit for Math 1314 and/or Math 1316 by presenting adequate scores on CLEP, DANTES, ACT, or SAT examinations as shown elsewhere in the catalog under the heading, “Credit by Examination” and are encouraged to do so.
Additional Requirements for the major in Mathematics
Preparation and deliverance of a research paper and oral presentation as part of MATH 4390 during the year prior to graduation. A maximum of 14 semester credit hours in mathematics may be transferred from another institution for the major in mathematics.
No course with a grade less the “C” can be used to fulfill Mathematics course requirements.
Sul Ross State University students interested in seeking teacher certification should seek additional advisement from the Department of Education. In order to be admitted to the Teacher Education Program (TEP), certain requirements - including GPA, passing a background check, and other conditions - exist. For full information on TEP admissions requirements and instructions for applying to the TEP, students should click here: https://srinfo.sulross.edu/education/tea-certification/applications/ or contact the Department of Education.
BS Mathematics Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
- The student will be able to demonstrate content knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
- The student will be proficient in logic, able to negate statements, provide counterexamples to false statements, and determine the validity of arguments.
- The student will be able to communicate mathematical content clearly and with valid reasoning.
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