Mathematics Concentration

This program of study meets the needs of students who seek a Bachelor in Science degree in Mathematics. 

Associate in Science Degree with a Mathematics Concentration

Program of Study (65 SHC)

Curriculum Code: A10400

Academic Skills (1 Semester Hour Credit)

General Education Core (44 Semester Hours Credit)
The general education core includes study in the areas of humanities and fine arts, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, and English composition. Within the core are opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic use of computers.

NOTE:  Students not planning to complete the AS degree before transferring to a UNC-system university should take special care to select courses to match the specific requirements of the receiving institution.  For example, North Carolina State University requires specific Humanities and Social Science courses from the list below to meet General Education requirements in certain programs.  Students should consult their academic advisors for this information.

English Composition (6 SHC)

Humanities/Fine Arts (9 SHC)
Select one course from three discipline areas. One course must be a literature course.  

Social/Behavioral Sciences (9 SHC)
Select one course from three discipline areas. One course must be a history course.

Natural Sciences (8 SHC)

  • PHY 252 
    *MAT 271 is a prerequisite and MAT 272 a corequisite. 

Mathematics (12 SHC)

Other Required Hours (20 Semester Hours Credit) Select 20 SHC from the List of Courses Approved for Transfer.  The following courses are recommended: 

  • Mathematics and related courses(10 SHC):
  • Other courses to complete 9-10 SHC:
    • HEA 110, PED 110, or 2 PED courses
    • if taken in preparation for MAT 175, these courses apply to this requirement:  MAT 161, 162, 171, 172
    • additional recommendations- 3 SHC general education humanities, 3 SHC general education social/behavioral sciences 

Total Semester Hours (65 Semester Hours Credit)

July 2006