Mathematics, BS

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Program Description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers several programs leading to a bachelor's degree in mathematics or statistics, as well as minor programs in mathematics and in statistics. Master of Science and dual major programs are also available.

In addition to the Bachelor of Science in mathematics, this program offers three concentrations: applied mathematics, data science, and mathematics education. These programs as well as the Bachelor of Science in Statistics and its actuarial science concentration are adaptable to many postgraduation goals, ranging from various scientific or professional careers to graduate school. The Bachelor of Arts program provides a broad background in mathematics with a liberal arts orientation.

Each mathematics major is assigned an advisor from the department faculty. As early as possible in their college career, students should consult with their advisor on the important choice of a concentration. The faculty advisor must approve all courses intended to satisfy program requirements. Students must achieve at least a 2.0 GPA in the mathematics and statistics courses numbered 3000 or higher used to satisfy degree requirements.

Dual Major

Special programs of study are available for students interested in a dual major in mathematics and another area such as computer science, engineering, or physics. Dual major programs may be arranged for students with other interdisciplinary interests. Basic requirements follow and must be integrated with a corresponding program from another participating department. All programs require a minimum of 120 credit hours.

Mathematics Teacher Licensure

The Mathematics Education concentration of the Bachelor of Science Mathematics degree meets partial fulfillment for the Adolescent to Young Adult Integrated Mathematics teaching licensure in Ohio. Students must apply to the Teacher Education Department’s teacher licensure program to complete licensure requirements.

Honors Program

Mathematics majors who have demonstrated superior ability in upper-level mathematics and statistics courses may pursue an honors program with the approval of the department. Further information is available from the departmental office.

Admission Requirements

Students must earn a C or better in MTH 2300 (or equivalent course), have a 2.0 over-all GPA, and have completed a minimum of 16 semester hours to be accepted in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Program Learning Outcomes

Mathematics majors will:

• acquire problem-solving skills in a broad range of significant Mathematics and Statistics;
• gain an understanding of what constitutes mathematical thinking, including the ability to produce and judge the validity of rigorous mathematical arguments;
• communicate mathematical ideas and arguments;
• and, for those with a concentration in Mathematics Education, develop an approach to mathematics teaching informed by their understandings of mathematics, standards for mathematical practice, and Ohio's mathematics content area standards.

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• Mathematics, BS
• Department of Mathematics and Statistics
• College of Science and Mathematics

Mathematics, BS

Program Requirements:

I. WRIGHT STATE CORE: 42 HOURS

ELEMENT 1: COMMUNICATION: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 2: MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2300 - Calculus I Credit Hour(s): 4

ELEMENT 3: GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 4: ARTS AND HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

ELEMENT 5: SOCIAL SCIENCES: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 6: NATURAL SCIENCES: 10 HOURS

• PHY 2400 - General Physics I Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2400L - General Physics I Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1
• PHY 2410 - General Physics II Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2410L - General Physics II Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2310 - Calculus II Credit Hour(s): 4

II. DEPARTMENTAL CORE REQUIREMENTS: 20-21 HOURS

• MTH 2001 - Orientation Seminar in Mathematics and Statistics Credit Hour(s): 1
• MTH 2320 - Calculus III Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2330 - Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3 or
• MTH 2350 - Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2530 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 2800 - Writing Mathematical Proofs Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4310 - Real Variables I Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4510 - Modern Algebra I Credit Hour(s): 3

III. DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND ELECTIVES: 21 HOURS

• MTH 4320 - Real Variables II Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4520 - Modern Algebra II Credit Hour(s): 3
• Five additional department-approved elective courses, including at least one at the 4000-level

IV. RELATED COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 4 HOURS

• CS 1160 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CEG 2170 - Introduction to C Programming for Scientists and Engineers Credit Hour(s): 4

V. GENERAL ELECTIVES: 32-33 HOURS

Foreign language study is recommended

TOTAL: 120 HOURS

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

• Mathematics (3-year) (GPS)
• Mathematics (GPS)

Applied Mathematics Concentration

Program Requirements:

I. WRIGHT STATE CORE: 42 HOURS

ELEMENT 1: COMMUNICATION: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 2: MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2300 - Calculus I Credit Hour(s): 4

ELEMENT 3: GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 4: ARTS AND HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

ELEMENT 5: SOCIAL SCIENCES: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 6: NATURAL SCIENCES: 10 HOURS

• PHY 2400 - General Physics I Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2400L - General Physics I Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1
• PHY 2410 - General Physics II Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2410L - General Physics II Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2310 - Calculus II Credit Hour(s): 4

II. DEPARTMENTAL CORE REQUIREMENTS: 17-18 HOURS

• MTH 2001 - Orientation Seminar in Mathematics and Statistics Credit Hour(s): 1
• MTH 2320 - Calculus III Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2330 - Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3 or
• MTH 2350 - Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2530 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 2800 - Writing Mathematical Proofs Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4310 - Real Variables I Credit Hour(s): 3

III. DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND ELECTIVES: 24 HOURS

• MTH 4810 - Continuous Dynamical Systems Credit Hour(s): 3

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• Four department-approved elective courses, including at least two at the 4000-level

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• Complete three of the following courses:

• MTH 3060 - Mathematical Modeling Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 3260 - Numerical Methods for Computational Science Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 3320 - Complex Variables Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 3330 - Partial Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 3600 - Applied Statistics I Credit Hour(s): 3

IV. RELATED COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 16 HOURS

• CS 1160 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CEG 2170 - Introduction to C Programming for Scientists and Engineers Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• PHY 3710 - Analytical Mechanics Credit Hour(s): 3 or
• ME 2210 - Dynamics Credit Hour(s): 3

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• 9 hours of approved advanced technical electives

V. GENERAL ELECTIVES: 20-21 HOURS

TOTAL: 120 HOURS

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

• Applied Mathematics, BS (GPS)

Data Science Concentration

Program Requirements

I. WRIGHT STATE CORE: 40 HOURS

ELEMENT 1: COMMUNICATION: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 2: MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2300 - Calculus I Credit Hour(s): 4

ELEMENT 3: GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 4: ARTS AND HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

ELEMENT 5: SOCIAL SCIENCES: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 6: NATURAL SCIENCES: 8 HOURS

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2310 - Calculus II Credit Hour(s): 4

II. DEPARTMENTAL CORE REQUIREMENTS: 17-18 HOURS

• MTH 2001 - Orientation Seminar in Mathematics and Statistics Credit Hour(s): 1
• MTH 2320 - Calculus III Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2330 - Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3 OR
• MTH 2350 - Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2530 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3 OR

•  

• MTH 2210  Applied Linear Algebra Credits / Units: 3

• MTH 2800 - Writing Mathematical Proofs Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4310 - Real Variables I Credit Hour(s): 3

III. DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND ELECTIVES: 27 HOURS

• MTH 3060 - Mathematical Modeling Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 3600 - Applied Statistics I Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 3610 - Applied Statistics II Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 4640 - Machine Learning Credit Hour(s): 3

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• Complete 5 of the following courses (at least 2 at the 4000 level)

• MTH 2570 - Discrete Mathematics for Computing Credit Hour(s): 4
• MTH 3260 - Numerical Methods for Computational Science Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 3320 - Complex Variables Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4070 - Optimization Techniques Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4150 - Scientific Computation Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4260 - Matrix Computations Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4510 - Modern Algebra I Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4550 - Advanced Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4570 - Combinatorics and Graph Theory Credit Hour(s): 4
• STT 4110 - Applied Time Series Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 4310 - Statistical Methods for Clinical Trials Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 4610 - Theory of Statistics I Credit Hour(s): 4
• STT 4660 - Statistical Methods I Credit Hour(s): 4
• STT 4670 - Statistical Methods II Credit Hour(s): 4

IV. RELATED REQUIREMENTS: 8 HOURS

• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4

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• CS 1160 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credit Hour(s): 4 OR
• CS 1181 - Computer Science II Credit Hour(s): 4

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V. GENERAL ELECTIVES: 27-28 HOURS

Recommended: CS 1300 Data Science for Everyone

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

Mathematics Education Concentration

Program Requirements:

I. WRIGHT STATE CORE: 42 HOURS

ELEMENT 1: COMMUNICATION: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 2: MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2300 - Calculus I Credit Hour(s): 4

ELEMENT 3: GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

• ED 2600 - Introduction to Education Credit Hour(s): 3
• One History course

ELEMENT 4: ARTS AND HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

ELEMENT 5: SOCIAL SCIENCES: 6 HOURS

• ED 2700 - Introduction to Educational Psychology Credit Hour(s): 3
• EDS 2900 - Individuals with Exceptionalities Credit Hour(s): 3

ELEMENT 6: NATURAL SCIENCES: 10 HOURS

• PHY 2400 - General Physics I Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2400L - General Physics I Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1
• PHY 2410 - General Physics II Credit Hour(s): 4
• PHY 2410L - General Physics II Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 1

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2310 - Calculus II Credit Hour(s): 4
• ED 2800 - Cultural Humility for Working with Youth Credit Hour(s): 3

II. DEPARTMENTAL CORE REQUIREMENTS: 20-21 HOURS

• MTH 2001 - Orientation Seminar in Mathematics and Statistics Credit Hour(s): 1
• MTH 2320 - Calculus III Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2330 - Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3 or
• MTH 2350 - Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4

•  

• MTH 2530 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 2800 - Writing Mathematical Proofs Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4310 - Real Variables I Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4510 - Modern Algebra I Credit Hour(s): 3

III. DEPARTMENTAL CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS: 22 HOURS

• MTH 3450 - Geometry for Educators Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4400 - History of Mathematics Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4460 - Problem Solving and Mathematical Modeling for Educators Credit Hour(s): 4
• MTH 4710 - Geometry Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4910 - High School Mathematics from an Advanced Perspective Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 3420 - Probability and Statistics for Educators Credit Hour(s): 3
• STT 3600 - Applied Statistics I Credit Hour(s): 3

IV. RELATED COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 6 HOURS

• ED 2650 - Early Field Experience I: Introduction to the Education Profession Credit Hour(s): 1
• ED 2750 - Early Field Experience II: Introduction to Educational Psychology Credit Hour(s): 1

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• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4

• and

• CS 1180L - Computer Science I Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 0

• OR

• CS 1150 - Introduction to Computer Science Credit Hour(s): 4

• and

• CS 1150L - Introduction to Computer Science Laboratory Credit Hour(s): 0

• OR

• CS 1160 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credit Hour(s): 4

• and

• CS 1160L - Intro to Comp Prog Lab Credit Hour(s): 0

V. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 29-30 HOURS

Option 1: AYA Integrated Mathematics Licensure

• ?Professional Licensure Requirements Credit Hour(s): 25
  • ?For information visit:  https://education-human-services.wright.edu/teacher-education
• General Electives Credit Hour(s): 4-5

Option 2: Non Licensure Option

• Two mathematics-department-approved electives Credit Hour(s): 6
• General Electives Credit Hour(s): 23-24

TOTAL: 120 HOURS

Note:

Students who intend to seek AYA:Integrated Mathematics licensure in the State of Ohio should apply for admission to the licensure program in the College of Health, Education, and Human Services once they have successfully completed MTH 2800, completed all of the pre-requisite education courses, and met all of the admission requirements. Once admitted to the licensure program, students may take AYA-mathematics licensure courses, as determined by the Teacher Education Department. While students may earn a B.S. in Mathematics with a concentration in Mathematics Education without completing the licensure pathway, they will not be licensed to teach. Students choosing not to pursue licensure will replace the 4000-level ED courses with two department-approved mathematics courses and general elective hours.

Graduation Planning Strategy

The Graduation Planning Strategy (GPS) has been created to illustrate one option to complete degree requirements within a particular time frame. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to adjust this plan based on credit already earned, individual needs or curricular changes that may not be reflected in this year’s catalog.

• Mathematics Education, BS (GPS)

Dual Major Concentration

Program Requirements:

I. WRIGHT STATE CORE: 40 HOURS

ELEMENT 1: COMMUNICATION: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 2: MATHEMATICS: 4 HOURS

• MTH 2300 - Calculus I Credit Hour(s): 4

ELEMENT 3: GLOBAL TRADITIONS: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 4: ARTS AND HUMANITIES: 3 HOURS

ELEMENT 5: SOCIAL SCIENCES: 6 HOURS

ELEMENT 6: NATURAL SCIENCES: 8 HOURS

ADDITIONAL CORE COURSES: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2310 - Calculus II Credit Hour(s): 4

II. DEPARTMENTAL CORE REQUIREMENTS: 7 HOURS

• MTH 2320 - Calculus III Credit Hour(s): 4
• MTH 2530 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credit Hour(s): 3

III. DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND ELECTIVES: 9-11 HOURS

ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• MTH 2330 - Differential Equations Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 2350 - Differential Equations with Matrix Algebra Credit Hour(s): 4
• MTH 2800 - Writing Mathematical Proofs Credit Hour(s): 3

TWO OF THE FOLLOWING:

• MTH 4310 - Real Variables I Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4320 - Real Variables II Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4510 - Modern Algebra I Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4520 - Modern Algebra II Credit Hour(s): 3
• MTH 4570 - Combinatorics and Graph Theory Credit Hour(s): 4
• Two additional department-approved electives

IV. RELATED COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 4 HOURS

• CS 1160 - Introduction to Computer Programming Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CS 1180 - Computer Science I Credit Hour(s): 4 or
• CEG 2170 - Introduction to C Programming for Scientists and Engineers Credit Hour(s): 4

V. GENERAL ELECTIVES: 58-60 HOURS

Student must complete a BS major program in another department

TOTAL: 120 HOURS