Mathematics, A.S.
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Program Description
The AS mathematics program is intended to prepare students for the pursuit of a bachelor's degree. Those intending to transfer to other institutions should check transferability of courses with the institutions to which they intend to transfer. Following are the key knowledge, skill and ability goals of the AS mathematics program: Knowledge of calculus, differential equations and linear algebra. The ability to communicate mathematics clearly, both orally and in writing.
Program Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
General Education Requirements | 31 Credits | |
ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing | 3 |
or ENGH 1005 | Literacies and Composition Across Contexts | |
ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
MATH 1210 | Calculus I | 4 |
or MATH 1210H | Calculus I | |
Complete one of the following: | 3 | |
US History to 1877 and US History since 1877 (6) | ||
American History (3) | ||
US Economic History (3) | ||
American Heritage (3) | ||
American National Government (3) | ||
Distribution Courses: | ||
Biology | 3 | |
Physical Science | 3 | |
Personal, Professional, & Civic Growth | 3 | |
Humanities Distribution | 3 | |
Fine Arts Distribution | 3 | |
Social/Behavioral Science | 3 | |
Discipline Core Requirements | 10 Credits | |
MATH 1220 | Calculus II | 4 |
or MATH 1220H | Calculus II | |
Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
Calculus III (4) | ||
or MATH 2210H | Calculus III | |
Linear Algebra (3) | ||
Ordinary Differential Equations (3) | ||
Topics in Mathematics (3-5) | ||
Introduction to Statistical Methods (4) | ||
Elective Requirements | 19 Credits | |
Any course 1000 or higher 1 | 19 |
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MATH 1050 College Algebra and MATH 1060 Trigonometry are required as prerequisites for MATH 1210 Calculus I.
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credits.
- Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above. (Departments may require a higher GPA.)
- Residency hours--minimum of 20 credit hours through course attendance at UVU
- Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements
Graduation Plan
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
First Year | ||
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Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
MATH 1210 or MATH 1210H | Calculus I or Calculus I | 4 |
ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 | Introduction to Academic Writing or Literacies and Composition Across Contexts | 3 |
Humanities GE | 3 | |
Elective | 5 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Semester 2 | ||
MATH 1220 or MATH 1220H | Calculus II or Calculus II | 4 |
ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Academic Writing | 3 |
History GE | 3 | |
Elective | 5 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Second Year | ||
Semester 3 | ||
Math Core Elective | 3 | |
Physical Science GE | 3 | |
Personal, Professional, & Civic Growth GE | 3 | |
Elective | 6 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Semester 4 | ||
Math Core Elective | 3 | |
Biology GE | 3 | |
Fine Arts GE | 3 | |
Social/Behavioral GE | 3 | |
Elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Total Credit Hours | 60 |
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of calculus, differential equations and linear algebra.
- Communicate mathematics effectively, both orally and in writing, using mathematical notation and language.
- Apply mathematical ideas to model and solve problems in mathematics and other fields.
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