Academic Catalog 2024-2025

Slippery Rock University

Mathematics, Bachelor of Science (BS) - Concentration in Mathematical Science

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Students graduating with a degree in Mathematics will:
    • Use mathematics knowledge to solve theoretical and applied problems. (UGO 2,3,4,6)
    • Apply rigorous deductive reasoning to prove mathematics results. (UGO 2,3)
    • Use technology to perform and interpret mathematics analyses. (UGO 3,4,10)
    • Communicate mathematics knowledge to both expert and non-technical audiences. (UGO 1,4,5)
    • Demonstrate professional integrity and accountability in the use and communication of mathematics. (UGO 7,8,9,10)

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Curriculum Guide

GPA Requirement

Major GPA: 2.0 or higher
Overall GPA: 2.0 or higher

Summary*

Rock Studies 2 Requirements44
Basic Math Requirement0-3
Major Requirements48
Natural Science & Math College-Wide Requirements not included in Rock Studies 24
Electives24

* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits.  Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.

Rock Studies 2 Requirements

The Rock
SUBJ 139Foundations of Academic Discovery 13
ENGL 102Critical Writing3
ENGL 104Critical Reading3
STAT 152Elementary Statistics I3
Select one of the following:3
Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice
Ethics and Civil Discourse
Civil Discourse and Democracy
Subtotal15
Integrated Inquiry
Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Humanities Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Social Science Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Natural Sciences Inquiry
CHEM 107
CHEM 111
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab
4
Physical Sciences Inquiry
PHYS 216University Physics 1 with Lab4
Subtotal17
Thematic Thread
Select 12 Credits 212
Total Hours44
1

Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.

2

One course from each category; six credits must be 300-level or above; no more than 4 credits from one subject area; specific courses required in first major, regardless of prefix of course, cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements; any course with same prefix as first major cannot be used to satisfy thread requirements, even if it is not a course in the first major.

Basic Math Requirement

Check with your adviser or a current degree audit report to see if you have been exempted from this course. The credit earned in this course will not be counted toward the 120 credit hour minimum needed to earn a degree.

Complete one of the following:0-3
Meet required minimum SAT or ACT math score OR
Beginning Algebra
Total Hours0-3

DIVERSITY,  EQUITY,  AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT

Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation.  Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career. 

Major Requirements

  • 24 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
  • 24 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
  • 12 math/statistics credits must be taken at the 300-400 level at SRU
Mathematics Core Courses
MATH 131Discrete Mathematics 1,23
MATH 230Calculus II 1,24
MATH 231Calculus III 14
MATH 232Linear Algebra 13
MATH 235Foundations of Mathematical Proof 1,23
MATH 313Introductory Analysis I 13
STAT 352Mathematical Statistics I 13
Subtotal23
Required Mathematical Science Concentration Courses
MATH 301Differential Equations I 13
MATH 325Abstract Algebra I 13
MATH 314Introductory Analysis II 13
or MATH 326 Abstract Algebra II
MATH 491Mathematics Seminar 11
Subtotal10
Required Upper-Level MATH/STAT Electives
Choose 15 additional credits of MATH or STAT courses 200-level or above (at least 12 credits 300-level or above), excluding MATH 210, MATH 225, MATH 310 and STAT 350. 115
Subtotal15
Total Hours48
1

Course counts for 50% of Major requirements and Major GPA

2

Minimum grade of C required to register for 300-400 level math

*

Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.

Natural Science and Math College-Wide Requirements

CHEM 107General Chemistry I3
CHEM 111General Chemistry I Lab1
MATH 225Calculus I4
PHYS 216University Physics 1 with Lab4
Total Hours12

Computer Programming Language

Competency in an approved Computer Programming Language is Required - See Advisor Approval
CPSC

Important Curriculum Guide Notes

This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.

PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions

MATHEMATICS BS/MATHEMATICL SCI (6152/MASC)
This program is effective as of Summer 2023
Revised 05.24.2023
UCC 02.14.2023

RECOMMENDED FOUR-YEAR PLAN

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallHours
MATH 225 Calculus I 4
STAT 152 Elementary Statistics I 3
ENGL 102 Critical Writing 3
ESAP 101 FYRST Seminar 1
SUBJ 139Foundations of Academic Discovery 3
Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry 3
 Hours17
Spring
MATH 131 Discrete Mathematics 3
MATH 230 Calculus II 4
CPSC 146 Programming Principles 3
ENGL 102 Critical Writing 3
Humanities Inquiry 3
 Hours16
Second Year
Fall
MATH 231 Calculus III 4
MATH 235 Foundations of Mathematical Proof 3
Select one of the following: 3
Civil Discourse: Theory & Practice
Ethics and Civil Discourse
Civil Discourse and Democracy
Social Science Inquiry 3
Elective with DEI attribute 3
Declare a Thematic Thread
 Hours16
Spring
MATH 232 Linear Algebra 3
MATH 301 Differential Equations I 3
PHYS 216 University Physics 1 with Lab 4
Thematic Thread Requirement 3
 Hours13
Third Year
Fall
MATH/STAT 300+MATH/STAT Elective 3
MATH 313 Introductory Analysis I 3
STAT 352 Mathematical Statistics I 3
CHEM 107
CHEM 111
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab
4
Thematic Thread Requirement 3
 Hours16
Spring
Select one of the following: 3
Introductory Analysis II
MATH/STAT
MATH/STAT Elective
MATH 325 Abstract Algebra I 3
Thematic Thread Requirement 3
Thematic Thread Requirement 3
Elective 3
 Hours15
Fourth Year
Fall
MATH/STAT 300+MATH/STAT Elective 3
Select one of the following: 3
Abstract Algebra II
MATH/STAT 300+
MATH/STAT Elective
Elective 3
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Hours15
Spring
MATH/STAT 300+MATH/STAT Elective 3
MATH/STAT 300+MATH/STAT Elective 3
MATH 491 Mathematics Seminar 1
Elective 3
Elective 3
 Hours13
 Total Hours**121

** This document is meant to serve as a guide. Some planners may show more than 120 credits because faculty have created flexibility in choosing courses.  However, only 120 credits are required to obtain a degree. Please consult with your academic adviser and refer to your curriculum guide prior to registering for courses. This plan should be reviewed, and verified, by you and your academic adviser at least once each academic year. 

Mathematics BS/Mathematical Science (6152/MASC)
Revised date: 09.08.2023