May 09, 2024

2023-24 Undergraduate Bulletin

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2023-24 Undergraduate Bulletin

Mathematics, BS

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University Core Curriculum Requirements

A. Communication

Three hours from:

ENGL 1301 - Rhetoric and Composition Credit(s): 3
ENGL 1303 - Honors Composition: Analysis, Argument and Research Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
SPCH 2333 - Teamwork and Group Communication Credit(s): 3

B. Mathematics

Three hours from:

MATH 2313 - Calculus I Credit(s): 3

C. Life and Physical Science

Six hours from:

ASTR 1303 - Classical and Modern Astronomy Credit(s): 3
BIOL 1306 - Biology for Science Majors I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 1307 - Biology for Science Majors II Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2361 - Plant Form and Function Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2381 - Local Flora or Fauna Credit(s): 3
CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 1312 - General Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
GEOL 1303 - Introductory Geology Credit(s): 3
GEOL 1304 - Historical Geology Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1301 - Mechanics and Heat Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1302 - Electricity, Sound and Light Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1310 - Fundamentals of Electronics Credit(s): 3
PHYS 2325 - Technical Physics I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 2326 - Technical Physics II Credit(s): 3

D. Language, Philosophy and Culture

Three hours from:

ENGL 2309 - Introduction to Mythology Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2323 - British Literature from 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2328 - American Literature from 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2332 - World Literature to 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2333 - World Literature from 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2335 - Literary Genres Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2341 - Introduction to Literature Credit(s): 3
HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II Credit(s): 3
HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions Credit(s): 3
PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics Credit(s): 3

E. Creative Arts

Three hours from:

ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1303 - Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century) Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1304 - Art History II (14th Century to the present) Credit(s): 3
DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation Credit(s): 3
MUMH 1307 - Intro to Music Literature Credit(s): 3
MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 1310 - Theatre Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 2366 - Film and Culture Credit(s): 3

F. American History

Six hours from:

HIST 1301 - United States History I Credit(s): 3
HIST 1302 - United States History II Credit(s): 3

G. Government/Political Science

Six hours from:

GOVT 2305 - Federal Government Credit(s): 3
GOVT 2306 - Texas Government Credit(s): 3

H. Social and Behavioral Science

Three hours from:

ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography Credit(s): 3
MCOM 1307 - Survey of Mass Communication Credit(s): 3
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
SOCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3

I. Component Area Option

Three hours from:

ENGL 1302 - Research and Argument Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BUSI 2304 - Business Communication Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2311 - Technical and Scientific Writing Credit(s): 3
FREN 1311 - Elementary French I Credit(s): 3
FREN 1312 - Elementary French II Credit(s): 3
GERM 1311 - Elementary German I Credit(s): 3
GERM 1312 - Elementary German II Credit(s): 3
PORT 1311 - Elementary Portuguese I Credit(s): 3
PORT 1312 - Elementary Portuguese II Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1311 - Elementary Spanish I Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1312 - Elementary Spanish II Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1301 - Beginning American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1302 - Intermediate American Sign Language Credit(s): 3

C. Life and Physical Science

Six hours from:

ASTR 1303 - Classical and Modern Astronomy Credit(s): 3
BIOL 1306 - Biology for Science Majors I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 1307 - Biology for Science Majors II Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2361 - Plant Form and Function Credit(s): 3
BIOL 2381 - Local Flora or Fauna Credit(s): 3
CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 1312 - General Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
GEOL 1303 - Introductory Geology Credit(s): 3
GEOL 1304 - Historical Geology Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1301 - Mechanics and Heat Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1302 - Electricity, Sound and Light Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1310 - Fundamentals of Electronics Credit(s): 3
PHYS 2325 - Technical Physics I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 2326 - Technical Physics II Credit(s): 3

Foundation of Knowledge

Required Courses

CSCI 1302 - Computer Science Principles Credit(s): 3
CSCI 1462 - Introduction to Data Analytics Credit(s): 4
MATH 2113 - Calculus I Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 2314 - Calculus II Credit(s): 3
MATH 2114 - Calculus II Lab Credit(s): 1

Core Science Labs

Zero to two hours from:

ASTR 1103 - Classical and Modern Astronomy Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 1106 - Biology for Science Majors I Lab Credit(s): 1
BIOL 1107 - Biology for Science Majors II Lab Credit(s): 1
BIOL 2061 - Plant Form and Function Lab Credit(s): 0
BIOL 2081 - Local Flora or Fauna Lab Credit(s): 0
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1
CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I Lab Credit(s): 1
CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry II Lab Credit(s): 1
GEOL 1103 - Introductory Geology Lab Credit(s): 1
GEOL 1104 - Historical Geology Lab Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1101 - Mechanics and Heat Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1102 - Electricity, Sound and Light Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1110 - Fundamental of Electronics Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 2125 - Technical Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 2126 - Technical Physics II Laboratory Credit(s): 1

Foundation of Knowledge

Required Courses

CSCI 1302 - Computer Science Principles Credit(s): 3
CSCI 1462 - Introduction to Data Analytics Credit(s): 4
MATH 2113 - Calculus I Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 2314 - Calculus II Credit(s): 3
MATH 2114 - Calculus II Lab Credit(s): 1

Core Science Labs

Zero to two hours from:

ASTR 1103 - Classical and Modern Astronomy Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 1106 - Biology for Science Majors I Lab Credit(s): 1
BIOL 1107 - Biology for Science Majors II Lab Credit(s): 1
BIOL 2061 - Plant Form and Function Lab Credit(s): 0
BIOL 2081 - Local Flora or Fauna Lab Credit(s): 0
BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credit(s): 1
CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I Lab Credit(s): 1
CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry II Lab Credit(s): 1
GEOL 1103 - Introductory Geology Lab Credit(s): 1
GEOL 1104 - Historical Geology Lab Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1101 - Mechanics and Heat Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1102 - Electricity, Sound and Light Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1110 - Fundamental of Electronics Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 2125 - Technical Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 2126 - Technical Physics II Laboratory Credit(s): 1

D. Language, Philosophy and Culture

Three hours from:

ENGL 2309 - Introduction to Mythology Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2323 - British Literature from 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2328 - American Literature from 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2332 - World Literature to 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2333 - World Literature from 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2335 - Literary Genres Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2341 - Introduction to Literature Credit(s): 3
HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II Credit(s): 3
HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions Credit(s): 3
PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics Credit(s): 3

Mathematics Major

The student pursuing a major in Mathematics may complete the major with or without a concentration.

Mathematics Core Courses

MATH 2313 - Calculus I Credit(s): 3
MATH 2113 - Calculus I Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 2314 - Calculus II Credit(s): 3
MATH 2114 - Calculus II Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 3180 - Mathematical Exploration I Credit(s): 1
MATH 3315 - Calculus III Credit(s): 3
MATH 3115 - Calculus III Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 3330 - Differential Equations Credit(s): 3
MATH 3340 - Probability Modeling Credit(s): 3
MATH 3345 - Statistical Inference Credit(s): 3
MATH 3360 - Introduction to Modern Mathematics Credit(s): 3
MATH 3365 - Linear Algebra Credit(s): 3
MATH 4320 - Introduction to Algebraic Systems Credit(s): 3
MATH 4330 - Introduction to Analysis I Credit(s): 3
MATH 4335 - Introduction to Analysis II Credit(s): 3

Seminar

One hour of:

MATH 4180 - Mathematical Exploration II Credit(s): 1 to 3

Mathematics without a concentration

This option requires a minor.

Choose six hours from:

MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3
MATH 4325 - Number Theory Credit(s): 3
MATH 4190 - Advanced Topics in Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Credit(s): 1 to 3

Mathematics with a concentration

Select one of the following to complete:

Actuarial Studies Concentration

Required Courses

MATH 1342 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3
ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
FINC 3333 - Introduction to Financial Management Credit(s): 3
FINC 3361 - Risk Management and Insurance Credit(s): 3
FINC 3373 - Intermediate Financial Management Credit(s): 3
STAT 3342 - Statistical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3344 - Statistical Modeling Credit(s): 3

Mathematics Option

Choose three hours from:

MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3
MATH 4325 - Number Theory Credit(s): 3
MATH 4190 - Advanced Topics in Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Credit(s): 1 to 3

Data Science Concentration

Required Courses

MATH 1342 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3
MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3342 - Statistical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3348 - Predictive Modeling Credit(s): 3
CSCI 2302 - Computer Programming Principles Credit(s): 3
CSCI 2311 - Event-Driven Programming Credit(s): 3
CSCI 3302 - Data Structures Credit(s): 3
CSCI 4325 - Database Management Systems Credit(s): 3

Mathematics Teacher Certification Concentration

MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3

JacksTeach

Students seeking secondary certification in mathematics must be accepted to the JacksTeach program and complete the required JacksTeach coursework.

JTCH 1101 - Step 1: Inquiry Approaches to STEM Teaching Credit(s): 1
JTCH 1102 - Step 2: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design Credit(s): 1
JTCH 3301 - Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3311 - Classroom Interactions Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3351 - Functions and Modeling Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3361 - Perspectives on Science and Mathematics Credit(s): 3
JTCH 4301 - Project Based Instruction Credit(s): 3
JTCH 4351 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3

Student Teaching

Nine hours of:

JTCH 4901 - Apprentice Teaching Credit(s): 9

Mathematics Major

The student pursuing a major in Mathematics may complete the major with or without a concentration.

Mathematics Core Courses

MATH 2313 - Calculus I Credit(s): 3
MATH 2113 - Calculus I Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 2314 - Calculus II Credit(s): 3
MATH 2114 - Calculus II Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 3180 - Mathematical Exploration I Credit(s): 1
MATH 3315 - Calculus III Credit(s): 3
MATH 3115 - Calculus III Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 3330 - Differential Equations Credit(s): 3
MATH 3340 - Probability Modeling Credit(s): 3
MATH 3345 - Statistical Inference Credit(s): 3
MATH 3360 - Introduction to Modern Mathematics Credit(s): 3
MATH 3365 - Linear Algebra Credit(s): 3
MATH 4320 - Introduction to Algebraic Systems Credit(s): 3
MATH 4330 - Introduction to Analysis I Credit(s): 3
MATH 4335 - Introduction to Analysis II Credit(s): 3

Seminar

One hour of:

MATH 4180 - Mathematical Exploration II Credit(s): 1 to 3

Mathematics without a concentration

This option requires a minor.

Choose six hours from:

MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3
MATH 4325 - Number Theory Credit(s): 3
MATH 4190 - Advanced Topics in Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Credit(s): 1 to 3

Mathematics with a concentration

Select one of the following to complete:

Actuarial Studies Concentration

Required Courses

MATH 1342 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3
ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
FINC 3333 - Introduction to Financial Management Credit(s): 3
FINC 3361 - Risk Management and Insurance Credit(s): 3
FINC 3373 - Intermediate Financial Management Credit(s): 3
STAT 3342 - Statistical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3344 - Statistical Modeling Credit(s): 3

Mathematics Option

Choose three hours from:

MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3
MATH 4325 - Number Theory Credit(s): 3
MATH 4190 - Advanced Topics in Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Credit(s): 1 to 3

Data Science Concentration

Required Courses

MATH 1342 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Credit(s): 3
MATH 3320 - Introduction to Numerical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3342 - Statistical Methods Credit(s): 3
STAT 3348 - Predictive Modeling Credit(s): 3
CSCI 2302 - Computer Programming Principles Credit(s): 3
CSCI 2311 - Event-Driven Programming Credit(s): 3
CSCI 3302 - Data Structures Credit(s): 3
CSCI 4325 - Database Management Systems Credit(s): 3

Mathematics Teacher Certification Concentration

MATH 3370 - College Geometry Credit(s): 3

JacksTeach

Students seeking secondary certification in mathematics must be accepted to the JacksTeach program and complete the required JacksTeach coursework.

JTCH 1101 - Step 1: Inquiry Approaches to STEM Teaching Credit(s): 1
JTCH 1102 - Step 2: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design Credit(s): 1
JTCH 3301 - Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3311 - Classroom Interactions Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3351 - Functions and Modeling Credit(s): 3
JTCH 3361 - Perspectives on Science and Mathematics Credit(s): 3
JTCH 4301 - Project Based Instruction Credit(s): 3
JTCH 4351 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3

Student Teaching

Nine hours of:

JTCH 4901 - Apprentice Teaching Credit(s): 9

E. Creative Arts

Three hours from:

ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1303 - Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century) Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1304 - Art History II (14th Century to the present) Credit(s): 3
DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation Credit(s): 3
MUMH 1307 - Intro to Music Literature Credit(s): 3
MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 1310 - Theatre Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 2366 - Film and Culture Credit(s): 3

Minor Option

As advised, a minor in a single discipline may be required. At least six hours in the minor must be in advanced-level courses at SFA.

Minor Option

As advised, a minor in a single discipline may be required. At least six hours in the minor must be in advanced-level courses at SFA.

F. American History

Six hours from:

HIST 1301 - United States History I Credit(s): 3
HIST 1302 - United States History II Credit(s): 3

General Electives

The student may be required to complete additional elective hours to complete the degree.

General Electives

The student may be required to complete additional elective hours to complete the degree.

G. Government/Political Science

Six hours from:

GOVT 2305 - Federal Government Credit(s): 3
GOVT 2306 - Texas Government Credit(s): 3

Total hours: 120

H. Social and Behavioral Science

Three hours from:

ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography Credit(s): 3
MCOM 1307 - Survey of Mass Communication Credit(s): 3
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
SOCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3

Grade Requirements

A grade of at least C in each first-year English course (ENGL 1301 , ENGL 1302 )
A C average in work completed in the major field
A C average in work completed in the minor field

The required averages are based on those SFA courses taken in each category that are included in the student’s official degree plan (CAPP). Transfer and advanced placement coursework are not included in GPA calculations.

I. Component Area Option

Three hours from:

ENGL 1302 - Research and Argument Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BUSI 2304 - Business Communication Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2311 - Technical and Scientific Writing Credit(s): 3
FREN 1311 - Elementary French I Credit(s): 3
FREN 1312 - Elementary French II Credit(s): 3
GERM 1311 - Elementary German I Credit(s): 3
GERM 1312 - Elementary German II Credit(s): 3
PORT 1311 - Elementary Portuguese I Credit(s): 3
PORT 1312 - Elementary Portuguese II Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1311 - Elementary Spanish I Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1312 - Elementary Spanish II Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1301 - Beginning American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1302 - Intermediate American Sign Language Credit(s): 3

In-Residence Requirement

Undergraduate Degree Programs

Undergraduate degrees require at least 25% semester credit hours completed in-residence.

Undergraduate degrees with 120 hours total degree program hours require a minimum of 30 advanced (upper level) in-residence semester credit hours. The in-residence hour requirement will be fulfilled as part of the individual discipline major, which includes as least 12 advanced in-residence semester credit hours. Minor requirements also may contribute to the total in-residence hours as at least six advanced in-residence semester credit hours are required. The balance of in-resident hours will be fulfilled through additional advanced semester credit hours and may include further major and minor coursework.

Undergraduate degrees with more than 120 total degree program hour requirements will ensure semester credit hours for the specific discipline include at least 25% of total semester credit hours in-residence.

View HOP policy 02-214.