Mission Statement

The Mathematics Program at Nevada State College is committed to a curriculum consistent with the mission of the college.  We strive for excellence in mathematics education and inquiry.   We provide a supportive learning environment that educates students with diverse backgrounds.   We seek to prepare students for a life of continued learning and commitment to the well-being of the community.

 

Learning Outcomes

 

Critical Thinking

1. Demonstrate adeptness in abstraction, rigor, and logical thinking.
2. Use the methodology of mathematics to define and solve problems independently and collaboratively.
3. Use appropriate technologies to conduct investigations, make conjectures, and solve problems.

Communication

1. Communicate effectively using the language, concepts, and models of mathematics.

 

Effective Citizenship

1. Develop a spirit of innovation and continual improvement, and a commitment to the well-being of the community.

 

Curriculum

I.       College Core Curriculum ....................................................................... 32-42

A.      English (3-6 credits)

1. ENG 101 – Composition I ......................................................................... 3
2. ENG 102 – Composition II ........................................................................ 3

Note: Students who place in ENG 102 are not required to complete ENG 101.

B.      Study and Technology Skills (2 credits

1. CEP 121 – Introduction to the College Experience ................................................................... 1
2. CEP 122 – Enhancing Academic Success..................................................................... 1

C.     Mathematics (3-5 credits) - Refer to the Mathematics section of the Core Curriculum

D.     Natural Sciences (6-8 credits) - Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum

E.      Social Sciences (3 credits) - Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum

F.      Fine Arts (3 credits) - Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum

G.     Humanities (6 credits) - Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum

H.     Constitution (3-6 credits) - Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum

I.       Community-Based Learning Capstone (3 credits) - Refer to the Community-Based Capstone of the Core Curriculum

II.     Additional College Requirements.............................................................6-8

Two additional science courses that may include computer science, other than CS 135

 

III.    Major Requirements.................................................................. 36

CS 135 – Computer Science I .................................................................................................... 3

MATH 181 – Calculus I  .................................................................................. 4

MATH 182 – Calculus II .................................................................................. 4

MATH 283 – Calculus III ................................................................................. 4

MATH 330 – Linear Algebra I ....................................................................... 3

MATH 331 – Groups, Rings, and Fields.................................................................................. 3

MATH 352 – Probability and Statistics...................................................................................... 3

MATH 373 – Theory of Positive Integers....................................................................................... 3

MATH 381 – Discrete Mathematics.............................................................................. 3

MATH 475 – Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry.................................................................................... 3

 

Additional Mathematics courses. Choose one:

MATH 314 – Studies in the History of Mathematics.............................................................................. 3

MATH 310 – Introduction to Analysis I..................................................................................... 3

MATH 427 – Differential Equations................................................................................... 3

MATH 466 – Numerical Methods I.................................................................................... 3

 

IV.    Concentration in Secondary Education.......................................................................... 42

CI 350 – Secondary Pedagogy I................................................................................. 3

Cl 370 – Methods in (Specific Subject Area) ........................................................................................... 3

Cl 409 – Students with Disabilities in the Regular Classroom ................................................................................. 3

CI 450 – Secondary Pedagogy II................................................................................ 3

Cl 456 – Second Language Instruction in the Secondary School ................................................................... 3

CI 467 – Teaching Writing Throughout the Curriculum ................................................................................ 3

Cl 551 – Supervised Internship in Secondary Education................................................................................... 12

(15 weeks)

EL 401 – Law and Ethics for Educators .................................................................................. 3

EDU 202 – Introduction to Secondary Education................................................................................... 3

PSY 307 – Principles of Educational Psychology................................................................................. 3

PSY 434 – Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Adulthood......................................................................... 3

 

Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a Concentration in Secondary Education

 

College Core Curriculum Requirements ................................................................... 32-42

Additional College Requirements ........................................................................ 6-8

Major Requirements .......................................................................... 36

Education Concentration .......................................................................... 42

Electives ................................................................................ 0-12

Total Credits ........................................................................ 128

 

Mathematics Minors

MATH 181 – Calculus I.................................................................................... 4

MATH 182 – Calculus II................................................................................... 4

Upper Division Mathematics Electives (2 courses)................................................................................. 6-8

Choose one of the following:

MATH 283 – Calculus III.................................................................................. 4

MATH 330 – Linear Algebra.......................................................................... 3

MATH 427 – Differential Equations................................................................................... 3