Mathematics
Associate of Science
The Mathematics degree has been designed to place students on a career track toward mathematics, either as a university major or as preparation for a teaching career. An associate degree in mathematics offers a student flexibility in future academic endeavors and career opportunities.
Salary: $70,370–$120,590 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Slower than average growth
Good To Know: Often requires graduate degrees for career advancement; Math may be used in a variety of fields, including education, economics, science, and research
WNC Academic Division: Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Total Requirements: 60 Units (Credits)
| Emphasis Requirements | 30 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 283 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 285 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Choose 12 units | ||
| from at least two subject areas in the courses listed under Science Requirements for the Associate of Science degree. Must include a minimum of four units of lecture and laboratory from the same subject area. | 12 | |
| Choose 3 units from the following: | ||
| Math courses numbered 120 or higher, except MATH122 & MATH123. STAT152 is also accepted. | 3 | |
| General Education Requirements | 30 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirements |
6 | |
| Fine Arts Requirements | 3 | |
| General Electives | 6 | |
| Humanities Requirements | 6 | |
| Social Sciences Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
Suggested Course Sequence
1st Year
First Semester: 13 Credits
- General Education Courses: 9
- MATH 181: 4
Second Semester: 17 Credits
- General Education Courses: 9
- MATH 182: 4
- Science Elective: 4
2nd Year
Third Semester: 14 Credits
- General Education Courses: 6
- MATH 283: 4
- Science Elective: 4
Fourth Semester: 16 Credits
- General Elective: 6
- Math Elective: 3
- MATH 285: 3
- Science Elective: 4
Mission and Outcomes
Mission: The purpose of the Associate of Science degree, emphasis Mathematics, is to provide the academic knowledge and skills for successful transfer to meet higher educational goals.
Student Learning Outcomes: Students who complete an Associate of Science degree, Mathematics emphasis, at WNC are expected to demonstrate that they:
- have met the general education student learning outcomes
- understand the content of calculus and differential equations
- are able to apply the content of calculus and differential equations at the appropriate level in mathematics, science, and engineering courses
- can succeed at their transfer institutions
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