Mathematics - Secondary Education Certification

Bachelor Degree

The mathematics program at GMC is designed to develop an understanding of inter-relationships within mathematics and to expose students to the interplay of problem solving and theory across a broad spectrum of mathematical sciences. The program also incorporates the use of technology in mathematics instruction. Students use graphing calculators, mathematical software such as Maple and Geometer's Sketchpad and the Internet to explore the concepts and applications of mathematics

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A student can earn a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science degree in mathematics. The bachelor of arts degree requires two semesters of a foreign language.

There is a steady demand for undergraduate mathematics majors in business, education, finance, insurance and the technology-intensive industry. Graduates of the mathematics program are employed as: system analysts, teachers, accountants, underwriters, financial planners, stockbrokers and statisticians.

Secondary Education

Students who wish to teach in a secondary school setting may earn a baccalaureate degree combined with Secondary Teaching Certification. Psychology and education courses along with secondary methodology courses provide the basis for Pre-student Teaching and Student Teaching at the secondary level.

Curriculum Information

MAJOR

Mathematics and Computer Information Sciences- 44 Credits

Secondary Education Certification- 24 Credits**

GENERAL EDUCATION AND CORE CURRICULUM*

1. Skills for Exploring- 6 credits
2. Exploring Society and Global Diversity- 12 credits
3. Exploring the Natural World, Mathematics and Technology- 11 credits, including:

                Physics- 8 Credits         

4. Exploring the Spiritual World- 9 credits
5. Exploring the Arts and Imagination- 9 credits

General Education Elective- 3 credits

Open Electives- 7 credits

*Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@gmc.edu or call 1-800-DIAL-GMC for specific general education course requirements.

Credit Requirement

A minimum of 125 credits is required for this degree.

Grade Requirement

The minimum passing grade within the major is C (a grade of C- is not acceptable).

Students are required to take the Mathematics Field Test as a requirement for consideration for graduation.

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