B.S. DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN MATHEMATICS
NOTE: Any transfer student who has not completed the courses in Area F, or their equivalents, must take these courses at GCSU.
Major Requirements
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24 semester hours
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Complete the requirements from one of the following.
Pure Mathematics
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1.
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MATH 2150
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Linear Algebra
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2.
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MATH 3030
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Foundation of Mathematics
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3.
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MATH 4081
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Abstract Algebra I
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4.
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MATH 4261
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Mathematical Analysis I
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5.
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MATH electives at the 4000 level (12 hours)
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Liberal Arts Mathematics
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1.
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MATH 2150
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Linear Algebra
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2.
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MATH 3030
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Foundation of Mathematics
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3.
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MATH 4081
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Abstract Algebra I
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4.
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MATH 4261
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Mathematical Analysis I
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5.
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MATH electives at the 4000 level (12 hours)
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Applied Mathematics Chemistry
Applied Mathematics Computer Science
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1.
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MATH 2150
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Linear Algebra
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2.
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MATH 3030
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Foundations of Mathematics
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3.
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At least one of MATH 4081 Abstract Algebra I or
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MATH 4261
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Mathematical Analysis I
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4.
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MATH 4650 Numerical Analysis or CSCI 4650 Numerical Analysis (A student may not receive credit for both.)
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5.
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Electives distributed as follows (12 hours):
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MATH electives at the 4000 level (0-6 hours)
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CSCI electives at the 3000-4000 level (6-12 hours) taken from the following
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CSCI 4330
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Programming Languages: Design and Survey
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CSCI 4520
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Analysis of Algorithms
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CSCI 4820
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Artificial Intelligence
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CSCI 4830
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Computer Graphics
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CSCI 4860
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Simulation
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Applied Mathematics Economics
(Complete the requirements in the area corresponding to your choice above)
Cognate Pure Mathematics (0-14)
(if not already taken in Areas D or F)
Cognate Liberal Arts Mathematics (0-18)
(if not already taken in Areas D or F)
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1.
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CSCI 1301
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Computer Science I
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2.
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CSCI 1302
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Computer Science II
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Students must show competence in a foreign language at the level of the fourth university course (2002). (0-12 hours.)
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Cognate Applied Mathematics Computer Science (0-16)
(if not already taken in Areas D or F)
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One two-semester sequence in laboratory science (0-8 hours)
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Note: Both the lecture course and the companion laboratory course (when it exists) must be successfully completed to apply the credits from either course to this requirement.
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CHEM 1211
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Principles of Chemistry I
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CHEM 1211L
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Principles of Chemistry Laboratory I and
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CHEM 1212
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Principles of Chemistry II
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CHEM 1212L
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Principles of Chemistry Laboratory II; or
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PHYS 2211
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Principles of Physics I
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PHYS 2211L
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Principles of Physics Laboratory I and
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PHYS 2212
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Principles of Physics II
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PHYS 2212L
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Principles of Physics Laboratory II,
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Two one-semester courses in the natural sciences (ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, PHYS; 0-8 hours)
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Note: Both the lecture course and the companion laboratory course (when it exists) must be successfully completed to apply the credits from either course to this requirement.
Cognate Applied Mathematics Chemistry (0-8)
(if not already taken in Areas D or F)
Cognate Applied Mathematics Economics (0-16)
(if not already taken in Areas D or F)
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One two-semester sequence in laboratory science (0-8 hours)
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Note: Both the lecture course and the companion laboratory course (when it exists) must be successfully completed to apply the credits from either course to this requirement.
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CHEM 1211
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Principles of Chemistry I
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CHEM 1211L
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Principles of Chemistry Laboratory I and
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CHEM 1212
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Principles of Chemistry II
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CHEM 1212L
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Principles of Chemistry Laboratory II; or
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PHYS 2211
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Principles of Physics I
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PHYS 2211L
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Principles of Physics Laboratory I and
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PHYS 2212
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Principles of Physics II
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PHYS 2212L
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Principles of Physics Laboratory II,
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Two one-semester courses in the natural sciences (ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, PHYS; 0-8 hours)
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Note: Both the lecture course and the companion laboratory course (when it exists) must be successfully completed to apply the credits from either course to this requirement.
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Degree Requirements
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1-21 semester hours
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1.
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Additional courses in computer science (CSCI) or natural sciences (ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, PHYS) (0-8 hours)
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Note: When selecting from the natural sciences (ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, PHYS), both the lecture course and the companion laboratory course (when it exists) must be successfully completed to apply the credits from either course to this degree requirement. NOTE: Mathematics majors fulfill this requirement with courses taken in the Cognate Area.
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Students must show competence in a foreign language at the level of the second university course (1002) (0-6 hours). Students in the Liberal Arts Mathematics track must show competence in a foreign language at the level of the fourth university course (2002) (0-12 hours).
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Senior Capstone Experience: (1-7 hours) This requirement is usually satisfied during the student's senior year and may include activities such as directed readings, independent study, undergraduate research in mathematics, or completion of a University-approved internship. The student may elect to complete an in-depth study in History of Mathematics or Methods of Mathematical Modeling. The Senior Capstone experience requires both written and oral reports. Approval by the student's supervising professor is required prior to registration. The research option requires a written report as well as a presentation at a professional meeting. Completion of one of the following is required:
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a.
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MATH 4900
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Directed Readings (1-4 hours)
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b.
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MATH 4940
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Independent Study (1-4 hours)
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c.
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MATH 4960
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Internship (1-4 hours)
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d.
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MATH 4999
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Undergraduate Research in Mathematics (1-4 hours)
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e.
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MATH 4010
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History of Mathematics (3) and MATH 4900 Directed Readings (1-4 hours)
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f.
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MATH 4000
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Methods of Mathematical Modeling (3) and
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MATH 4900
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Directed Readings (1-4 hours)
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Other Requirements
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1.
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A grade of C or better is required in all courses counting toward the major.
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2.
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A minimum of 39 semester hours overall must be at the 3000-4000 level.
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3.
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Complete the First-Year Academic Seminar with a satisfactory grade. Students who transfer to GCSU are exempt from this requirement.
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Electives
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0-35 semester hours
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Total
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120 semester hours
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