SUNY Oswego - Undergraduate Degree Requirements: Mathematics Department

Program Requirements

Mathematics

Proficiency tests in mathematics are available for purposes of placement and advisement. Students who will need calculus in their studies can take a test in basic algebraic skills to aid in placement.
Mathematics Proficiency Tests
A proficiency test which measures basic algebraic and trigonometric skills is available. Students desiring an indicator of probable success in calculus should take this test. Inquiries for more information should be directed to the Chair of the Department of Mathematics.

Mathematics Major - Arts and Sciences, B.A. Degree42-47cr

A. Core Requirements30-35 cr

Mat 210 - Calculus I
Mat 215 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Mat 220 - Calculus II
Mat 230 - Matrix Algebra
Mat 240 - Multivariable Calculus
Mat 330 - Introduction to Algebra
Mat 347 - Analysis A
Mat 354 - Mathematical Statistics A
One of the following 3 sequences
- Mat 498 and Mat 499
- Ado 420 and Mat 499
- Mat 499

B. Electives9 cr

Nine hours of 300- or 400-level mathematics courses, under advisement, three hours of which must be at the 400-level. Excluded courses are: Mat 304, 306, 307, and 392.

C. Cognate Requirements3 cr

Csc 212 - Principles of Programming

Note: a C- grade or better must be earned in all 200 level mathematics courses credited to the major.

Applied Mathematics Major - Arts and Sciences, B.S. Degree

51-56cr

A. Core Requirements27-32 cr

Mat 210 - Calculus I
Mat 215 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Mat 220 - Calculus II
Mat 230 - Matrix Algebra
Mat 240 - Multivariable Calculus
Mat 347 - Analysis A
Mat 354 - Mathematical Statistics A
One of the following 3 sequences
- Mat 498 and Mat 499
- Ado 420 and Mat 499
- Mat 499

B. Electives12 cr

One of the following two sequences:
- Mat 310 Mat 320 Mat 454
- Mat 348 Mat 448 with Mat 442 or Mat 447
One additional 300- or 400 level mathematics course. Excluded mathematics courses are Mat 304, 306, 307 and 392.

C. Cognate Requirements12 cr

Csc 212 - Principles of Programming
An advisor approved program of 3 electives in one academic area. The courses should contain significant applications of mathematics. Suggested areas include biology, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, economics, management science, physics, or statistics.

Note: a C- grade or better must be earned in all 200 level mathematics courses credited to the major.

Mathematics Concentration - Childhood: 1-630-31cr

A. Core Requirements24 cr

Mat 106 - Number Systems and Operations*
Mat 210 - Calculus I
Mat 215 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Mat 220 - Calculus II
Mat 306 - Techniques of Problem Solving
Mat 307 - Fundamentals of Geometry*
Mat 318 - Statistical Math for Scientists

B. Electives6-7 cr

Two of the following three courses:
- Mat 230 - Matrix Algebra
- Mat 240 - Multivariable Calculus
  Any 300- or 400- level Mathematics course

C. Cognate Requirements0 cr

None

All students must pass a competency test in elementary mathematics as part of the course requirements of Mat 106 or 307.

Mathematics Certification - Adolescent: 7-1243cr

A. Core Requirements36 cr

Mat 210 - Calculus I
Mat 215 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
Mat 220 - Calculus II
Mat 230 - Matrix Algebra
Mat 240 - Multivariable Calculus
Mat 300 - History of Mathematics
Mat 304 - Mathematical Topics in the Secondary Curriculum*
Mat 330 - Introduction to Algebra
Mat 335 - College Geometry
Mat 347 - Analysis A
Mat 350 - Introduction to Probability Theory

B. Electives3 cr

One of the following two courses:
- Mat 373 - Number Theory
- Mat 454 - Mathematical Statistics B

C. Cognate Requirements4 cr

One of the following three courses:
- Phy 111 - College Physics I
- Che 111 - General Chemistry
- Met 210 , and Met 210L - Meteorology for Science Majors

All students must pass a competency test in 'before calculus' mathematics as part of Mat 304.

Mat 304 is a prerequisite for student teaching. All students must show, by course work or demonstration to an advisor, competence in these technologies: graphing calculator, spreadsheets, general purpose mathematics software (e.g., Maple), and geometry software.

Mathematics Minor - Arts and Sciences23-24cr

A. Core Requirements14-15 cr

Mat 210 - Calculus I
Mat 220 - Calculus II
Mat 230 - Matrix Algebra
One of the following two courses:
- Mat 215 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
- Mat 240 - Multivariable Calculus

B. Electives9 cr

Any three mathematics courses numbered 158 or higher, excluding Mat206, 208, 304, 306, 307 and 392. Mat 120, Precalculus, counts as an elective provided that it is taken before Mat 210.

C. Cognate Requirements0 cr

None

Applied Statistics Minor - Arts and Sciences21-23cr

A mathematics major who elects to minor in Applied Statistics can count no more than four courses in both programs.

A. Core Requirements15-17 cr

Mat 358 - Design and Analysis of Experiments
Mat 359 - Multivariate Analysis
One of the following three courses:
- Mat 158 - Introduction to Statistics A
- Mat 354 - Mathematical Statistics A
- Psy 280 - Analysis of Psychological Data
One of the following two courses:
- Mat 208 - Mathematical Applications for Business and Management
- Mat 210 - Calculus I
One of the following two courses:
- Mat 258 - Introduction to Statistics B
- Mat 454 - Mathematical Statistics B

B. Electives6 cr

Two courses to be selected from the following:
- Mat 351 - Introduction to Forecasting
- Mat 352 - Statistical Quality and Process Control
- Mat 353 - Mathematical Modeling
- Mat 410
and under advisement:
- Mat 390 - Selected Topics
- Mat 490
- Mat 498 - Internship in Mathematics
- Mat 499 - Independent Study
Mat 354 and Mat 454 may be used as electives when not included in the core.

C. Cognate Requirements0 cr

None

Note: A mathematics major who elects to minor in Applied Statistics can count no more than four courses in both programs.

Mathematics Honors Program

The Mathematics Honors Program is a program whereby certain exceptional students, capable of understanding material of a more advanced nature than that presented in standard mathematical courses and having the inclination to understand this more advanced material, are given the opportunity to do so within the general framework of their curriculum. Students completing their sophomore year with a 3.0 overall GPA and a 3.4 mathematics GPA may apply for admission into the program at that time. A complete description of the program and application forms may be obtained in the Department of Mathematics Office.