Academic Program

The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees in mathematics or the minor in mathematics.

The department offers several courses of varying difficulty which may be used to fulfill the general education math requirement: MATH 105, 109, 110, 125, 130, 135, 140 or a course above 140.  Since some majors require specific math courses, students should consult the major requirements listed in the Undergraduate Catalog.

Students who plan to take calculus but are not ready to enroll in MATH 140 may choose between MATH 110 and 130 to develop appropriate skills.  Students who have had more advanced mathematics in high school or at another college should consult an advisor in the Department of Mathematics to determine the appropriate math level.

If the major does not require a specific math course, the Department of Mathematics recommends that students read the course descriptions to determine the appropriate course.  Generally MATH 105 or 125 are recommended; however, MATH 109 or 110 may be more appropriate.

Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - full Curriculum (pdf, new window)

• Computer Science
• Physics

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - full Curriculum (pdf, new window)

• Computer Science
• Physics

Five Year Bachelors to Masters Program
For those students wishing to become teachers, CNU has programs leading to a bachelor's degree in Mathematics and the MAT (Master of Arts in Teaching).  This program also includes teacher licensure.  Application to these programs is made during the second semester of the junior year.  Because course sequencing is critical to success, interested students should talk to an advisor about their interest in the five-year program early.  For information about admission to the five-year program and program requirements, consult the Graduate Catalog or your department advisor.

Course Requirements

Minor in Mathematics
The minor in mathematics requires successful completion of MATH 250, 260, and 320, plus six additional credits in mathematics at the 300 or 400 level.

Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Arts

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 360, 370;
2. One 400-level MATH course (not including MATH 499);
3. Nine additional credit hours in MATH at the 300-400 level, excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338;
4. Either (a) six additional credits in MATH at the 300-400 level, excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338, or (b) successful completion of two 300-400 level courses in another discipline chosen in consultation with an advisor (accepted disciplines include BIOL, CHEM, CPSC, and PHYS; all other disciplines must have advance approval from the Department of Mathematics);
5. PHYS 201/201L * -202 * (with one semester of a laboratory; strongly recommended for Bachelor of Arts);
6. CPSC 230/230L and CPSC 225 or 231/231L.
7. Completion of Exit Test

* Courses bearing an asterisk may be used simultaneously to satisfy, in part, certain general education and degree studies requirements. For details, see your academic advisor.

Mathematics Major with Computer Science Concentration - Bachelor of Arts

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 360, and 380;
2. One 400-level MATH course, not including 499 (480 is recommended);
3. Nine additional credit hours of 300-400 level MATH courses (MATH 335, 345, and 390    recommended), excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338;
4. CPSC 230/230L, 231/231L, 310, 320;
5. Select three courses: CPSC 410, 420, 440, 460, 470, 480, Artificial Intelligence, or Graphics.
6. Completion of Exit Test

Mathematics Major with Physics Concentration - Bachelor of Arts

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 320, 360, 420;
2. Six credit hours in MATH at the 300-400 level, with choices from MATH 335, 350, 380, 440, and 480 recommended, excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338;
3. PHYS 201/201L * -202/202L * ;
4. Either PHYS 301 or ENGR 301;
5. Select twelve semester hours in PHYS and/or ENGR at the 300-400 level, chosen in consultation with one's advisor.  Three of these credits can be PHYS 203;
6. CPSC 230/230L, and CPSC 225 or 231/231L.
7. Completion of Exit Test

* Courses bearing an asterisk may be used simultaneously to satisfy, in part, certain general education and degree studies requirements. For details, see your academic advisor

Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Science

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 360, 370;
2. One 400-level MATH course (not including MATH 499);
3.  Nine additional credit hours in MATH at the 300-400 level, excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338;
4. Either (a) six additional credits in MATH at the 300-400 level or (b) successful completion of two 300-400 level courses in another discipline chosen in consultation with an advisor (accepted disciplines include BIOL, CHEM, CPSC, and PHYS and/or ENGR; all other disciplines must have advance approval from the Department of Mathematics);
5. PHYS 201/201L * -202/202L * (required for Bachelor of Science);
6. CPSC 230/230L and CPSC 225 or 231/231L.
7. Completion of Exit Test

* Courses bearing an asterisk may be used simultaneously to satisfy, in part, certain general education and degree studies requirements. For details, see your academic advisor.

Mathematics Major with Computer Science Concentration - Bachelor of Science

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 360, 360 and 380;
2. One 400-level MATH course, not including 499 (MATH 480 is recommended);
3. Nine additional credit hours of 300-400 level MATH courses (MATH 335, 345 and 390 recommended), excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, 338;
4. CPSC 230/230L, 231/231L, 310, and 320;
5. PHYS 201/201L * -202/202L * ;
6. CPEN 214;
7. Select three courses: CPSC 410, 420, 440, 460, 470, 480, Artificial Intelligence, or Graphics.
8. Completion of Exit Test

* Courses bearing an asterisk may be used simultaneously to satisfy, in part, certain general education and degree studies requirements. For details, see your academic advisor.

Mathematics Major with Physics Concentration - Bachelor of Science

1. MATH 250, 260, 310, 320, 360, 420;
2. Six credit hours in MATH at the 300-400 level, with choices from MATH 335, 380, 440, and 480 recommended, excluding 301W, 302W, 308, 309, or 338;
3. PHYS 201/201L * -202/202L * ;
4. Either PHYS 301 or ENGR 301;
5. Select twelve semester hours in PHYS and/or ENGR at the 300-400 level, chosen in consultation with one's advisor.  Three of these credits can be PHYS 203; CPSC 230/230L, and CPSC 225 or 231/231L.
6. Completion of Exit Test

* Courses bearing an asterisk may be used simultaneously to satisfy, in part, certain general education and degree studies requirements. For details, see your academic advisor.