Mathematics (BA)
The study program of the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mathematics provides students the opportunities necessary to acquire the skills, knowledge of the fundamental concepts, the mastery of the mathematical processes and the reinforcement of the ethical values that prepare them to follow a career in mathematics related to teaching at the secondary school level or at any other level in which analytical skills are required. It also, prepares them to continue graduate studies. This Program provides an ample and flexible academic offering that permits students to acquire mastery of the competencies in algebra, analysis and applied mathematics, and aspires to incorporate diverse innovative methods in the curriculum that will respond to the needs and interests of the student in an individual manner. The goal of the Program is to prepare students who wish to pursue graduate studies or pursue a career that requires vast mathematical knowledge. For admission to this Program, students must have passed MATH 1500, Precalculus, with a minimum grade of C.
The Metropolitan and San Germán campuses are authorized to offer this Program. The Metropolitan Campus is authorized to offer this Program through online education.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
The program is designed to develop the professional competencies that will enable students to:
Knowledge
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the concepts and standard mathematical processes (numerical, algebraic and graphical) in a variety of situations.
- Integrate logical reasoning, analysis, problems solving, and mathematical processes in a variety of pure and applied contexts.
Skills
- Communicate mathematical knowledge in a correctly and creative manner.
- Use the appropriate technology to strengthen the understanding of the concepts and the solution of mathematical problems.
Attitudes
- Affirm the value and the utility of mathematics in all aspects of the daily life and in team work.
- Affirm the importance of having a proactive attitude towards mathematics, the ethical values of the profession and cultural and linguistic diversity in the labor environment.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mathematics
| General Education Requirements |
48 credits |
| Major Requirements |
32 credits |
| Related Requirements |
17 credits |
| Prescribed Distributive Requirements |
12 credits |
| Elective Courses |
11 credits |
| Total |
120 credits |
General Education Requirements - 48 credits
Forty-eight (48) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees.” Students will take GEMA 1200 in the Basic Skills in Mathematics category.
Major Requirements - 32 credits
Related Requirements - 17 credits
Prescribed Distributive Requirements - 12 credits
Select twelve (12) credits from the following courses:
Note: The MATH 4430 course is recommended for those students of this program interested in the area of mathematics teaching at the high school level.