Bachelor of Science in Foundational Mathematics
Do you want to be a middle school or high school math teacher? The Foundational Mathematics major at California Baptist University might be right for you. Foundational Mathematics is CBU’s response to California’s urgent need for math teachers.
Foundational Mathematics is a unique program, combining the foundations of a classical study of mathematics with the enhancements of courses in education theory and methods. The successful graduate of the Foundational Mathematics program will be exempt from the first two parts of the California Subject Examination for Teachers in mathematics. With this degree, and a California single subject teaching credential, you’ll be qualified to teach all math courses up to, but not including, Calculus and AP Statistics.
Other benefits of the Foundational Mathematics program include completing prerequisites for a teaching credential program while still an undergraduate student and having practical experience of teaching in a university-level math class. If you enjoy logic puzzles, the study of shapes and space and solving problems, mathematics is for you. If you want to learn how to be a caring and intuitive math teacher, then CBU’s Foundational Mathematics program is for you.
Foundational Mathematics Major (57-58 units) BS
Lower Division Requirements
MAT101 Orientation to the Discipline
MAT101 Orientation to the Discipline
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic skills necessary for academic success in the discipline of Mathematics and to provide students with an overview of professions in which that major may be applied. Pass/Fail. (1 unit; Spring)
MAT125 Math Concepts & Applications I
MAT125 Math Concepts & Applications I
This course will include instruction in the following areas: critical thinking, sets, systems of numeration, number theory, the real number system, algebra, graphs, and functions. Students will analyze complex problems, apply logical reasoning techniques learned from the above-mentioned areas, evaluate the truth of mathematical statements, and apply different solution strategies. This course will partially fulfill the requirements for a Liberal Studies waiver. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (3 units; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT125-A | A | Carothers, Linn E. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
MAT127 Math Concepts & Applications II
MAT127 Math Concepts & Applications II
This course will include instruction in the following areas: critical thinking, two and three dimensional geometry, representational systems, methods for determining measurement, statistics, data analysis, and probability. Students will analyze complex problems, apply logical reasoning techniques learned from the above-mentioned areas, evaluate the truth of mathematical statements, and apply different solution strategies. Prerequisite: MAT 125 (3 units; Spring)
MAT135 Pre-Calculus
MAT135 Pre-Calculus
This course is designed to prepare a student for Calculus I. It will include instruction in the following areas: Review of systems of equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, sequences, induction, counting, probability, trigonometry, analytical geometry, and pre-calculus material. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (3 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT135-C | C | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT135-B | B | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT135-A | A | Osborne, Yolanda H. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B221 |
MAT245 Analy Geom & Calc I
MAT245 Analy Geom & Calc I
Basic concepts of analytical geometry, limits and derivatives, differentials and rates, integration, definite and indefinite integrals, differentiation of logarithmic and exponential functions. Prerequisite: MAT 135, 145, EGR 182, or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (4 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | MAT245-A | A | Thomas, Bradley G | 05/06/2013 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 10:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B111 |
| Fall 2013 | MAT245-C | C | Hernandez, Lisa | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT245-B | B | Cordero, Ricardo J. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT245-A | A | Cordero, Ricardo J. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT245-D | D | Hernandez, Lisa | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT245-E | E | Cordero, Ricardo J. | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | TBA Array |
MAT245L Calculus Symbolic Lang Lab I
MAT245L Calculus Symbolic Lang Lab I
The study of symbolic languages, such as Mathematical, Maple, Derive, and MatLAB for the use and application in Calculus and Algebraic courses. Pre- or Co-requisite: MAT 245. (1 unit)
MAT255 Anlytical Geometry & Calculus II
MAT255 Anlytical Geometry & Calculus II
Continued study and applications of integration: volumes, lengths, surface of revolution; derivatives and integrals involving trigonometric functions, indefinite series, expansion of functions, hyperbolic functions, law of the mean, indeterminate forms, partial fractions, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Prerequisite: MAT 245. (4 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | MAT255-A | A | Cordero, Ricardo J. | 06/17/2013 | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 12:00 PM - 1:50 PM | Sch Business Building 103 |
| Fall 2013 | MAT255-E | E | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT255-B | B | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT255-C | C | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT255-A | A | Thomas, Bradley G | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | TBA Array |
MAT255L Calculus Symbolic Lang. Lab II
MAT255L Calculus Symbolic Lang. Lab II
A continuation of MAT 245L. The study of symbolic languages, such as Mathematical, Maple, Derive, and MatLAB for the use and application in Calculus and Algebraic courses. Pre- or Co-requisite: MAT 255. Prerequisite: MAT245L. (1 unit)
Upper Division Requirements
EDU300 American Public School
EDU300 American Public School
Exploring the educational paradigm historically and philosophically, students survey curriculum practices, teacher effectiveness, learner needs of the public schools, and classroom management to understand the challenges of teaching today. Emphasis is placed upon cultural diversity and a dynamic society. Prerequisite for all other education courses. Cultural Plunge plus ten hours of fieldwork are required. (3 units; Fall, Spring, Summer)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | EDU300-A | A | Nevatt, Mark | 07/01/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Summer 2013 | EDU300-A2 | A2 | Nevatt, Mark | 07/01/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU300-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Yeager Center B251 |
| Fall 2013 | EDU300-B | B | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | TBA ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU300-B2 | B2 | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | TBA ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | EDU300-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | TBA Array |
EDU302 Growth, Development & Learning
EDU302 Growth, Development & Learning
This course is a study of human growth and development during the first two decades of life. Emphasis is placed on how teachers apply theoretical foundations of the learning process, cultural forces affecting behavior, testing, grouping of students, and inclusion. Prerequisite for all other education courses. Fifteen (15) hours of required fieldwork. (3 units, Interdisciplinary Fall, Spring, Summer)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | EDU302-A | A | Nevatt, Mark | 05/06/2013 | Wednesday | 7:20 PM - 9:15 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Summer 2013 | EDU302-A2 | A2 | Nevatt, Mark | 05/06/2013 | Wednesday | 7:20 PM - 9:15 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU302-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | EDU302-B2 | B2 | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 7:20 PM - 9:15 PM | TBA ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU302-B | B | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 7:20 PM - 9:15 PM | TBA ONLN |
| Spring 2014 | EDU302-A | A | TBA | 01/08/2014 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
EDU341 The Exceptional Child
EDU341 The Exceptional Child
The nature, determinants, adjustments, and problems of persons who have cognitive gifts and talents, cognitive delays, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and who have emotional or behavior disorders will be studied in conjunction with appropriate educational interventions in the mainstream classroom and other settings. The course will acquaint students with (a) characteristics and needs of children with disabilities that affect learning, (b) methods of assessing disabilities, (c) components of the Individual Education Program (IEP), (d) instructional strategies and material, (e) positive behavior support, (f) special needs of families of learners with disabilities, (g) agencies and professional supporting learners with disabilities, and (h) legislation, including Public Law 94-142, IDEA (Part B and Part H), the American Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), as well as subsequent amendments relevant to special education. Ten hours of fieldwork is required.Approved by the California commission on Teacher Credentialing to meet requirements for the Professional Clear Credential. Cross-listed with EDU 541 & SPE 541. (3 units; Interdisciplinary)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | EDU341-A | A | McNair, Jeff L | 05/06/2013 | Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | Yeager Center ONLN |
| Fall 2013 | EDU341-B | B | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Array | Array - Array | Online Array |
| Fall 2013 | EDU341-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 5:00 PM - 6:55 PM | TBA ONLN |
MAT313 Mathematical Proofs/Structures
MAT313 Mathematical Proofs/Structures
A study of various methods of proofs and mathematical structures covering logic, universal and existential quantifiers, sets, functions, and selected topics in discrete mathematics, linear algebra, abstract algebra, and real analysis. This is a bridge course to abstract mathematics and should be taken prior to or concurrently with courses in linear or abstract algebra, and real or complex analysis. Prerequisite: MAT 245.(3 units, Interdisciplinary; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT313-A | A | Hernandez, Lisa | 09/03/2013 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM | TBA Array |
MAT353 Probability & Statistics
MAT353 Probability & Statistics
A calculus based course covering discrete and continuous distributions, expectations, the normal distribution, the central limit theorem, the binomial distribution, and various topics in statistical theory such as point estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. Prerequisite: MAT 245.(3 units; Fall-even years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT353-A | A | TBA | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 12:30 PM - 1:50 PM | TBA Array |
MAT363 Hist of Math & Theory of Numbers
MAT363 Hist of Math & Theory of Numbers
A study of the History of Mathematics from ancient to modern times: Elementary topics in number theory, linear congruencies, Fermat and Wilson theorems, quadratic reciprocity laws. Pre- or co- requisite: MAT313 (3 units; Interdisciplinary, Multicultural; Fall-odd years)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT363-A | A | Carothers, Linn E. | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:20 PM | Sch Business Building ONLN |
MAT403 Linear Algebra
MAT403 Linear Algebra
Vector spaces; matrices, rank and systems of linear equations; linear transformation; similarity and diagonalization theorems; eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Prerequisite: MAT 313.(3 units; Spring-even years)
MAT463 Fund Concepts of Geometry
MAT463 Fund Concepts of Geometry
An advanced study of concepts of Euclidean geometry and an introduction to non-Euclidean geometry. Theorems and proofs are emphasized. Prerequisite: MAT 313. (3 units; Spring-odd years)
MAT499 Capstone
MAT499 Capstone
The course is designed to be a culminating experience for senior students who are preparing to teach mathematics at the junior/senior high school level. The course provides students an opportunity to reflect on the critical assignments that have been completed throughout their coursework and relate these lessons to the career of teaching. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair. (4 units Fall; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT499-A | A | Carothers, Linn E. | 09/03/2013 | Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM | TBA Array |
Elective Requirements
Complete a set of two courses from the following
MAT343 Multivariable Calculus
MAT343 Multivariable Calculus
Study and applications of vector analysis, partial differentiation, multiple integration, Jacobians, theorems of Green and Stokes, and divergence theorem. Prerequisite: MAT 255. (4 units; Fall, Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2013 | MAT343-B | B | Pankowski, Franciszek | 09/03/2013 | Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | MAT343-A | A | Pankowski, Franciszek | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | TBA Array |
MAT443 Advanced Calculus
MAT443 Advanced Calculus
An introduction to real analysis and topology covering the completeness of the real numbers, sequences, limits, continuity, uniform continuity, Riemann integrability, topology of the real numbers, topological spaces, connectedness, compactness, and metric spaces. Prerequisite: MAT 313. (3 units; Spring-odd years)
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PHY214 Physics for Scientist I w/lab
PHY214 Physics for Scientist I w/lab
A study of mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, waves, sound, and the mathematical methods of physics. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: MAT 145 or 245, and a passing score on a mathematics assessment exam. (4 units; Fall)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | PHY214-A | A | Buchholz, James R | 05/06/2013 | Thursday | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | James Complex 122 |
| Fall 2013 | PHY214-C | C | Buchholz, James R | 09/03/2013 | Thursday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | PHY214-A | A | Buchholz, James R | 09/03/2013 | Monday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | TBA Array |
| Fall 2013 | PHY214-B | B | Buchholz, James R | 09/03/2013 | Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | TBA Array |
PHY224 Physics for Scientist II w/lab
PHY224 Physics for Scientist II w/lab
A continuation of PHY 214, including a study of electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, and modern physics topics. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: PHY 214. (4 units; Spring)
| Course | Sec | Instructor | Dates | Days | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2013 | PHY224-A | A | Buchholz, James R | 07/01/2013 | Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | James Complex 121 |
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