Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science program in mathematics at the School of Science, Technology, and Engineering Management of St. Thomas University is oriented towards applied mathematics. It provides students with a solid background in different areas of mathematics as well as a connection with the real world. The BS in Mathematics will prepare students according to the standards found in top institutions across the State and the nation.
Our program has been designed to be oriented toward applications in areas of atmospheric physics, business, biosciences, and engineering. The program focuses on mathematical modeling and application of theory of dynamical systems and statistics.The program also allows the student to choose an education track. Students interested in becoming mathematics teachers have an excellent opportunity to receive an excellent education by taking advantage of small classes and a more personalized approach to teaching.
Students are provided the opportunity to engage in undergraduate research, which will permit them to connect and integrate the concepts, skills and techniques learned within this program. At this moment students can participate in any of two on - going projects: 1. The link between weather variability and dynamics of hurricanes, 2. Environmental triggers of asthma and the mathematical modeling of the immune response during asthma episodes.
After graduation students can choose between continuing in academia through graduate studies at institutions across the nation as well as being employed in a variety of industries. Well trained mathematicians are in high demand throughout the nation.
Curriculum
Prerequisite Required Courses: 19 credits
MAT 205 Applied Statistics (3 credits)
MAT 232 Calculus I (4 credits)
MAT 233 Calculus II (4 credits)
CHE 101/L General Chemistry I + Laboratory (4 credits)
CHE 102/L General Chemistry II + Laboratory (4 credits)
Major requirements: 35 credits total
Core Mathematics Courses: (13 credits)
MAT 234 Calculus III (4 credits)
MAT 306 Differential Equations (3 credits)
MAT 311 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 316 Complex Variables (3 credits)
Mathematics Electives: (6 credits)
Take two mathematics courses at the 300 or 400 level.
Computing Requirement: (6 credits)
Take two courses.
CIS 230 Introduction to Java Programming (3 credits)
CIS 235 Introduction to C++ Programming (3 credits)
CIS 302 Advanced C++ Programming (3 credits)
CIS 310 Advanced Java Programming (3 credits)
CIS 360 Data Structures (3 credits)
CIS 351 Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits)
CIS 430 Database Management Systems (3 credits)
Physical Science Requirements: (10 credits)
PHY 207/L University Physics I + Laboratory (5 credits)
PHY 208/L University Physics II + Laboratory (5 credits)
Sub-Total Credits: 54
General Education requirements: 42 credits
(Program requirements will satisfy 9 credits of the GER.)
General Electives: 24 credits
Total credits: 120
Mathematics Minor
Students in pre-professional programs, such as engineering, architecture, computer science, and technical careers as well as students planning to attend graduate programs in science or mathematics, benefit with a Minor in Mathematics. In addition, the minor is designed to provide all students the opportunity to broaden their background and general comprehension of the role that mathematics plays in a wide variety of disciplines.
Mathematics students are exposed to high level concepts such as advanced calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and numerical analysis with emphasis on theoretical and practical viewpoints.
The Mathematics Minor requires
18 credits taken from these selections:
Take the following 12 Credits:
MAT 232 Calculus I
MAT 233 Calculus II
MAT 234 Calculus III
Take two mathematics courses at the 300 or 400 level.
Some Sample Electives:
Topology
Theory of Games
Theory of Graph and Networks
Advanced Statistics
Introduction to Mathematical Modeling
Mathematics Electives: (6 credits)
Prospective Students