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OCU's Mathematics program provides you with a rigorous and structured education in the fundamental principles of mathematics, developing your analytical and problem-solving skills. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of various mathematical disciplines and their applications in diverse fields. 

Our program provides a solid foundation in abstract and applied mathematics, preparing students for careers in academia, research, industry and various STEM-related fields. Graduates are equipped with strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of mathematical principles essential for addressing complex challenges in diverse domains.

Credit Hours: 45-51

Preparatory or Prerequisite Courses*: 8 hours 

  • MATH 1303 Intermediate Algebra** 3 
  • MATH 1503 College Algebra*** 3 
  • MATH 1602 Trigonometry** 2

General Track: 44-46 hours

Required Mathematics Courses: 27 hours

  • MATH 2004 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
  • MATH 2104 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
  • MATH 2403 Foundations of Mathematics
  • MATH 3003 Linear Algebra
  • MATH 3103 Algebraic Structures I
  • MATH 3404 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
  • MATH 3603 Real Analysis I
  • MATH 4993 Capstone

Electives in Mathematics: 15 hours

Select 15 credit hours from the following:

  • MATH 3203 Probability and Statistics I
  • MATH 3303 Ordinary Differential Equations
  • MATH 3503 Discrete Mathematics
  • MATH 3703 Numerical Methods
  • MATH 3913 Complex Analysis
  • MATH 3703 Advanced Geometry
  • MATH 4103 Algebraic Structures II
  • MATH 4203 Probability and Statistics II
  • MATH 4303 Partial Differential Equations
  • MATH 4403 Topology
  • MATH 4503 Quantum Mechanics
  • MATH 4603 Real Analysis II
  • MATH 4703 Advanced Geometry
  • MATH 4993 Independent Study
  • Approved elective in computer science

Additional Elective Requirement

  • Any additional MATH course 3000-LEVEL or above
  • Any Computer Science (CSCI) course
  • Any Physics (PHYS) course 2000-LEVEL or above

Data Science Track: 49-51 hours

Required Mathematics Courses: 36 hours 

  • MATH 2004 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
  • MATH 2104 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 
  • MATH 2403 Foundations of Mathematics 
  • MATH 3003 Linear Algebra
  • MATH 3203 Probability and Statistics 
  • MATH 3213 Introduction to Data Science
  • MATH 3404 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
  • MATH 3503 Discrete Mathematics
  • MATH 4203 Probability and Statistics II
  • MATH 4213 Regression Analysis
  • MATH 4993 Capstone

    Required Computer Science Courses: 8 hours 
     

  • CSCI 1514 Programming I
  • CSMI 2114 Data Structures

Electives in Mathematics/Computer Science 6 (7) 

  • Select two courses from the following: 
  • Any additional MATH course 3000-level or above 
  • Any approved Computer Science (CSCI) course

* Preparatory or prerequisite courses do not count toward degree requirements 
** Waived upon completion of more advanced mathematics courses. 
*** Required in the general education curriculum but waived upon completion of a more advanced mathematics course.

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