Mathematics Area of Concentration Degree
The mathematics track is a transfer program that provides the first two years of a bachelor's degree in mathematics.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Effectively communicate the concepts of single and multivariable calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra using appropriate mathematical language.
- Apply mathematical approaches from single and/or multivariable calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra to analyze and solve problems in mathematics and other disciplines.
- Appropriately use current mathematical software, such as Matlab or MAPLE, for tasks in multivariable calculus, differential equations, and/or linear algebra.
Program Advising Guide
Meet with your academic advisor regularly to discuss your academic plans and make sure you are on track to graduate and/or transfer. The program advising guide outlines the degree requirements and is meant to supplement the advising process.
Transfer Opportunities
MC has a long history of successfully preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions. See all transfer agreements.
Careers
For some positions listed, a bachelor's degree or higher may be required. Use the Career and Program Explorer to see a full report for this career field. See links below chart for further guidance and/or connect with a Program Advisor to discuss career goals.
Some careers that a math major is especially good preparation for are the following: actuarial science, computer analyst or programmer, economist, engineering analyst, information scientist, marketing research analyst, mathematician, meteorologist, numeral analyst, operations research, statistician, and systems analyst, mathematics teacher, mathematics professor, or professional mathematician. If you want to be a mathematics professor or a professional mathematician, you will need to go to graduate school in mathematics.
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- Career Coach: Explore Career Coach to learn more about this career and/or discover related majors and in-demand careers based on your current interests! Take a Career Assessment and then browse careers and job opportunities in the area.
Curriculum
A suggested course sequence for Mathematics majors follows.
- All students should review the advising guide and consult an advisor.
- Find out about related programs and course in the Fields of Study section.
- Most courses have either assessment levels that must be met or prerequisites (courses that must be taken first). Part-time students and those who need to meet assessment levels or take prerequisite courses will take longer to complete a degree. An advisor will help make sure you are taking your courses in the right order.
- All degree-seeking students must take a central group of General Education courses in English, mathematics, arts, behavioral and social sciences, humanities, and science. These courses are included in the suggested course sequence below.
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for students follows. All students should review the Program Advising Guide (PDF, 
) and consult an advisor.
First Semester
- ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing 3 semester hours *
- MATH 181 - Calculus I 4 semester hours (MATF)
- Arts distribution 3 semester hours (ARTD)
- Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD) **
- Humanities distribution 3 semester hours (HUMD)
Second Semester
- MATH 182 - Calculus II 4 semester hours
- Track electives 4 semester hours †
- English foundation 3 semester hours (ENGF)
- Natural sciences distribution with lab 4 semester hours (NSLD) ‡
Third Semester
- MATH 117 Elements of Statistics - 3 semester hours (GEEL)
OR
- COMM 108 Foundations of Human Communication - 3 semester hours (GEEL)
OR - COMM 112 - Business and Professional Speech Communication 3 semester hours (GEEL)
- OR general education elective 3 semester hours (GEEL)
- MATH 280 - Multivariable Calculus 4 semester hours
- Natural sciences distribution with lab 4 semester hours (NSLD) ‡
- Track electives 4 semester hours †
Fourth Semester
Note: Apply for the College’s graduation after registering for fourth semester courses.
- MATH 282 - Differential Equations 3 semester hours
- MATH 284 - Linear Algebra 4 semester hours
- Track electives 4 semester hours †
- Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3 semester hours (BSSD)**
Total Credit Hours: 60
* ENGL 101/ENGL 101A, if needed for ENGL 102/ENGL 103, or program elective.
** Behavioral and Social Science Distribution (BSSD) courses must come from different disciplines.
‡ Students are strongly encouraged to take two consecutive lab sciences courses.
† Students should choose electives carefully based on the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students are encouraged to take a two-semester sequence of courses that fulfills their transfer goals. Track Electives include: ACCT 221, ACCT 222, BIOL 150, BIOL 151, BIOL 210, CHEM 131, CHEM 132, CHEM 203, CHEM 204, CMSC 140, CMSC 203, CMSC 207 /MATH 207 , COMM 108, ECON 201, ECON 202, ENEE 140, ENES 102, ENES 206 /MATH 206, ENES 220, ENES 221, ENES 240, MATH 165, PHYS 161, PHYS 233, PHYS 234, PHYS 262, or PHYS 263. Students must take at least one 200 level track elective.
Related Programs and Courses
General Studies Degree
Students who major in general studies explore personal, professional, and academic areas of interest within a flexible framework supporting transfer.
Workforce Development and Continuing Education
MC offers a wide variety of noncredit classes. These courses are designed to help you upgrade your skills, pursue career training, or learn something new.