Mathematics Major with Inclusive Adolescence Education

Core Curriculum Requirements

All Nazareth students complete Core Curriculum coursework as part of their degree requirements. The Core provides a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences while guiding students to pose and explore their own intellectual questions. See Academic Policies and Procedures  for specific core curriculum requirements. 

Mathematics Core

The Mathematics core provides the foundation for all of our programs. Students take 7 courses (19 credits) listed below. The individual programs add mathematical depth and breadth. The Senior Comprehensive Problem Solving Seminar engages the student in integrating and applying a broad range of skills and concepts.

• MTH 103 - Maximizing the Math Major Credits: 1
• MTH.Q 113 - Calculus I Credits: 3
• MTH 212 - Calculus II with Multivariable Calculus Credits: 3
• MTH 213 - Calculus III Credits: 3
• MTH 220 - Introduction to Mathematical Structures Credits: 3
• MTH 312 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3
• TAS 211 - Revolutionary Computing: Programming and Problem Solving for a Better World Credits: 3

Required Courses for Mathematics Major with Inclusive Adolescence Education

In addition to the core courses listed above, all Mathematics / Inclusive Adolescence Education students are required to take the 21 credit hours listed below.

• MTH 208 - Statistics for Scientists Credits: 3
• MTH 309 - History of Mathematics Credits: 3
• MTH 413 - Real Analysis Credits: 3 or
  MTH 414 - Abstract Algebra
    Credits: 3
• MTH 417 - Foundations of Geometry Credits: 3
• MTH 457 - Curriculum Methodology: Middle and High School Credits: 3
• MTH 479 - Student Teaching Middle School and High School Credits: 6

Elective Courses for Mathematics Major with Inclusive Adolescence Education

Students select nine credits from the courses listed below as upper division Mathematics electives:

• MTH 215 - Exploring Mathematics II Credits: 3
• MTH 308 - Applied Statistics and Visualization Credits: 3
• MTH 314 - Introduction to Probability Credits: 3
• MTH 325 - Mathematical Modeling with Differential Equations Credits: 3
• MTH 390 - Special Topics in Mathematics Credits: 3
• MTH 413 - Real Analysis Credits: 3
• MTH 414 - Abstract Algebra Credits: 3
• MTH 483 - Mathematics Internship I Credits: 3
• MTH 485 - Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
• MTH 490 - Undergraduate Research in Mathematics I Credits: 3
• CHM 360 - Physical Chemistry Credits: 3

Required Courses for Inclusive Adolescence Education

See Education: Initial Teacher Certification in Inclusive Adolescence Education   for course requirements.

• Note - Students who are planning to study abroad and complete the Inclusive Adolescence Education program complete their study abroad semester during the sophomore year.

Mathematics Senior Experience

The comprehensive experience evaluates student mastery in mathematical thinking.  Students are actively involved in investigating collections of non-routine problems from a variety of sources. Students will be required to demonstrate their understanding and application of fundamental concepts, processes, representations and communication of mathematics.

• MTH 498 - Mathematics Problem Solving Seminar Credits: 3
• MTH 499 - Mathematics Comprehensive Credits: 0

Sample Program for the Mathematics Major with Inclusive Adolescence Education

*Notes

• NYS certification standards require that students complete 6 credits in each of the following subject areas, with a minimum grade of “C” or higher in each course: English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
• Eligibility for student teaching requires that students have a minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher.
• Bachelor of Arts programs require a minimum of 90 liberal arts credits.