Completion of MTH 201, 202, and STA 312 satisfies the B.S. degree program requirements for all mathematics majors. Students completing a B.A. degree must complete these courses plus the foreign language requirement for a B.A.

Preparation for Graduate Work in Mathematics

Majors who plan to complete graduate work in mathematics are encouraged to (1) take as many upper-division mathematics courses as possible from the courses listed in part (c); (2) in part (b), complete at least one of the two course upper level sequences in modern algebra or advanced calculus; (3) consult with their advisor about other courses that might be appropriate for their interests and about procedures for applying to graduate school; and (4) complete a B.A. degree by completing the third semester of French, German, or Russian.

Requirements for a Major in Mathematics with Elementary Certification Emphasis

The mathematics major with elementary certification must be completed with a GPA of 2.7 for admission to the College of Education. Students planning a major in mathematics with elementary certification must complete the following:

B.S. and B.A. Degree Program Requirements

Mathematics Core Requirements

All mathematics majors must complete the following courses:

MTH 201 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MTH 202 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MTH 210 - Communicating in Mathematics Credits: 4
MTH 227 - Linear Algebra I Credits: 3
MTH 310 - Modern Algebra Credits: 3
MTH 495 - The Nature of Modern Mathematics (Capstone) Credits: 3 OR MTH 496 - Senior Thesis (Capstone) (3 credits)

Additional Mathematics Course Requirements

All mathematics majors seeking elementary certification must also complete the requirements listed below:

MTH 322 - Geometry for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3
MTH 323 - Probability and Statistics for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3
MTH 324 - Algebra for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3
MTH 341 - Euclidean Geometry Credits: 3
MTH 345 - Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3

Mathematics Cognate Requirements

All mathematics majors seeking elementary certification must complete the following requirements to satisfy the mathematics cognate requirements:

STA 312 - Probability and Statistics (3 credits)

AND one course from the following:

BIO 355 - Human Genetics Credits: 3
BIO 375 - Genetics Credits: 3
CHM 351 - Introduction to Physical Chemistry Credits: 3
CIS 160 - Programming with Visual Basic Credits: 3
CIS 162 - Computer Science I Credits: 4
CIS 261 - Structured Programming in C Credits: 3
ECO 342 - Strategic Games Credits: 3
ECO 480 - Econometrics and Forecasting Credits: 3
CIS/ EGR 261 - Structured Programming in C Credits: 3
EGR 304 - Innovation Credits: 3
GEO 440 - Geohydrology Credits: 3
GEO 470 - Geophysics Credits: 4
HSC 201 - The Scientific Revolution Credits: 3
PHI 203 - Intermediate Logic Credits: 3
PHY 220 - General Physics I Credits: 5
PHY 230 - Principles of Physics I Credits: 5
PSY 300 - Research Methods in Psychology Credits: 3
SCI 226 - Integrated Physical Science for K-8 Teachers Credits: 3
SS 300 - Research Methods in the Social Sciences Credits: 3
STA 314 - Statistical Quality Methods Credits: 3
STA 345 - Statistics in Sports Credits: 3
STA 412 - Mathematical Statistics I Credits: 4

College of Education Requirements

To be approved for student teaching, students must complete at least 24 credit hours in the major, including:

MTH 210 - Communicating in Mathematics (4 credits)

AND at least two of:

In addition, students need to be aware of the College of Education requirements for admission to the elementary certification program.

Requirements for a Major in Mathematics with Secondary Certification Emphasis

The mathematics major with secondary certification must be completed with a GPA of 2.7 for admission to the College of Education. Students planning a major in mathematics with secondary certification must complete the following:

B.S. and B.A. Degree Program Requirements

Mathematics Core Requirements

All mathematics majors must complete the following courses:

Additional Mathematics Course Requirements

All mathematics majors seeking secondary certification must also complete the requirements listed below:

Mathematics Elective Requirement

All mathematics majors seeking secondary certification must also complete one elective course from the following list. The elective course must be different than the Capstone course.

MTH 300 - Applied Analysis I Credits: 3
MTH 304 - Analysis of Differential Equations Credits: 3
MTH 327 - Linear Algebra II Credits: 3
MTH 360 - Operations Research Credits: 3
MTH 400 - Applied Analysis II Credits: 3
MTH 401 - Mathematics for the Physical Sciences Credits: 4
MTH 402 - Complex Variables Credits: 3
MTH 405 - Numerical Analysis Credits: 3
MTH 408 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: 3
MTH 409 - Advanced Calculus II Credits: 3
MTH 410 - Modern Algebra II Credits: 3
MTH 431 - NonEuclidean Geometry Credits: 3
MTH 441 - Topology Credits: 3
MTH 465 - Automata and Theory of Computation Credits: 3
MTH 495 - The Nature of Modern Mathematics (Capstone) Credits: 3
MTH 496 - Senior Thesis (Capstone) Credits: 3

Mathematics Cognate Requirements

All mathematics majors seeking secondary certification must also complete the following requirements to satisfy the mathematics cognate requirements:

STA 312 - Probability and Statistics (3 credits)

and one course from the following:

BIO 355 - Human Genetics Credits: 3
BIO 375 - Genetics Credits: 3
CHM 351 - Introduction to Physical Chemistry Credits: 3
CIS 160 - Programming with Visual Basic Credits: 3
CIS 162 - Computer Science I Credits: 4
CIS 261 - Structured Programming in C Credits: 3
ECO 342 - Strategic Games Credits: 3
ECO 480 - Econometrics and Forecasting Credits: 3
CIS/ EGR 261 - Structured Programming in C Credits: 3
EGR 304 - Innovation Credits: 3
GEO 440 - Geohydrology Credits: 3
GEO 470 - Geophysics Credits: 4
HSC 201 - The Scientific Revolution Credits: 3
PHI 203 - Intermediate Logic Credits: 3
PHY 230 - Principles of Physics I Credits: 5
PSY 300 - Research Methods in Psychology Credits: 3
SS 300 - Research Methods in the Social Sciences Credits: 3
STA 314 - Statistical Quality Methods Credits: 3
STA 345 - Statistics in Sports Credits: 3
STA 412 - Mathematical Statistics I Credits: 4

College of Education Requirements

To be approved for student teaching, students must complete at least 24 credit hours in the major, including:

In addition, students need to be aware of the College of Education requirements for admission to the secondary certification program.

A student who has graduated from another accredited institution with a completed major or minor in mathematics and who now seeks only teaching certification in mathematics from Grand Valley must satisfy the following criteria:

Transfer or complete at Grand Valley all mathematics and cognate courses required for the certification major or minor.
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) in mathematics courses from the accredited institution.
Completion of the College of Education requirements for certification.

Suggested Order of Coursework for a Major in Mathematics

The following sample mathematics schedules assume the student is in contact with an advisor for appropriate general education requirements and has a strong mathematics background. Students who do not begin with MTH 201 will need to make appropriate changes.