Concentration in Mathematics
Chair: Laurence Henry
Program Leaders: TBD
Professors: Walfredo Javier, Humberto Munoz-Barona
Associate Professor: Rachel Vincent-Finley
Assistant Professors: Katrina Cunningham, Kimyata Dilworth, Phyllis Okwan
Instructors: Kissie Anderson, Christopher Marshall, Kenuatra Smith, Tiffany Vappie, Phaedra Wells
Director of the Mathematics Lab: Jessie Foster
Administrative Assistant: Paula Turner
The Department of Mathematics and Physics offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in mathematics that will enable graduates to secure employment or pursue further study and research. The program also offers an undergraduate minor in mathematics, and specialized training for high school and middle school teachers.
Additionally, the program offers a Master of Science Degree in Mathematics and Physics with a concentration in mathematics. Moreover, the program provides graduate courses in Mathematics for students enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in Science/Mathematics Education in the event where they do not hold a Master of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics, with a Mathematics concentration, or equivalent. Further information on graduate offerings is available in the Southern University Graduate School Catalog or the Southern University Mathematics web page.
Mathematics Program Educational Objectives (PEO)
The mathematics curriculum at Southern University is dedicated to preparing students for productive careers in the state, nation, and the world. Graduates of the mathematics program will:
| PEO-1: |
Understand the fundamental principles, key theories, concepts and methods and their applications to science, engineering and technology, and be able to think critically and apply reasoning to analyze technical problems. |
| PEO-2: |
Be prepared for graduate studies in mathematics and related areas or for other professional areas including teaching mathematics or mathematical sciences. |
| PEO-3: |
Become effective collaborators and innovators, leading or participating in efforts to address social, technical and business challenges in a professional and ethical manner. |
Core Mathematics and Science Course Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics and Physics
All students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics must satisfactorily complete the following core courses.
Course Requirements
All students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics must earn a minimum grade of “C” in all required and elective mathematics and physics courses presented to fulfill the major requirements in the curriculum. Further, students in the Mathematics concentration must take at least one Physics course (3 credit hours) as a free elective. Students must also meet all requirements for the college and the University.
Degree Requirements
All Mathematics and Physics majors, with a concentration in Mathematics, must successfully complete an approved program of study of 120 credit hours.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics – Concentration Mathematics
Freshman Year
First Semester
| FRMN-110B | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| SENL-101B | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| HIST- | History Elective | 3 |
| SMAT-211B | Anal Geometry & Calculus I | 4 |
| BIOL- | Biology Elective | 3 |
| BIOL- | Biology Elective Lab | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
| FRMN-111B | Freshman Seminar | 1 |
| SENL-102B | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| HIST- | History Elective | 3 |
| SMAT-212B | Anal Geometry Calculus II | 4 |
| - | Foreign Language Sequence I | 3 |
| - | Health/Physical Ed Elective | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Sophomore Year
First Semester
| MATH-233B | Intro to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH-364B | Anal Geometry & Calculus III | 4 |
| - | Foreign Language Sequence II | 3 |
| ENGL- | Literature Elective | 3 |
| - | Free Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Second Semester
| MATH-250B | Introduction to Geometry | 3 |
| MATH-370B | Ordinary Differential Equation | 4 |
| ENGL-362B | Technical Writing | 3 |
| - | Arts Elective | 3 |
| - | Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Junior Year
First Semester
Second Semester
| MATH-276B | Stat for Math Science or Engr | 3 |
| SPHY-215B | General Physics | 3 |
| SPHY-214LB | General Physics | 1 |
| CMPS-191B | Modular Prog & Algor Dev II | 3 |
| - | Free Elective | 4 |
| - | Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 17 |
Free Elective: At least one free elective will be a three (3) credit Physics course. All others may be selected from mathematics elective groups or in consultation with a mathematics faculty advisor.
Senior Year
First Semester
| MATH-462B | Real Analysis | 3 |
| MATH- | Math Elective | 3 |
| PHYS-271B | Modern Physics | 3 |
| - | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
MATH (Math Elective): At least one course from each of the mathematics elective groups must be selected.
Second Semester
| MATH- | Math Elective | 3 |
| MATH- | Math Elective | 3 |
| - | Free Elective | 3 |
| - | Free Elective | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Free Elective: At least one free elective will be a three (3) credit Physics course. All others may be selected from mathematics elective groups or in consultation with a mathematics faculty advisor.
MATH (Math Elective): At least one course from each of the mathematics elective groups must be selected.
Mathematics Elective Groups
Block 1 Elective Group
Block 2 Elective Group
Block 3 Elective Group
Requirements for a minor in Mathematics and Physics, with a Mathematics concentration
Students minoring in mathematics are required to complete 24 hours of mathematics at the 200 level and above, with a grade of “C” or better in all courses required in the curriculum for a mathematics minor. The required 24 hours in mathematics minor must include MATH-233B, SMAT-211B, and SMAT-212B. MATH-200B, MATH-203B, MATH-204B, MATH-205B, SMAT-130B, MATH-275B, and courses numbered 480’s or 580’s, may not be included in the 24 hours for a mathematics minor. All students pursuing a minor in Mathematics and Physics must earn a minimum grade of “C” in all required and elective mathematics courses presented to fulfill the minor requirements.
Requirements for a minor in Mathematics Education
The Mathematics Program offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics, with a mathematics concentration, and an Education minor. Students in this option will also enroll in the teacher certification program of the SUBR School of Education in the College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies. Students are urged to consult the Mathematics Program Leader for curriculum requirements and program updates.