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2 Center for Applied Mathematics, Computation and Statistics The Center for Applied Mathematics, Computation and Statistics (CAMCOS) is a program designed to involve government and industry in providing students with practical experience that will make them more effective employees. After a sponsor provides a problem, a team is formed of students and a faculty supervisor to work on the problem. Students receive three units of credit through enrollment in Math 203 each semester they participate. Projects have been sponsored by Hewlett Packard, Lockheed, GTE, IBM, Intel, EPRI, NASA and other companies and research organizations. Computing Facilities The department maintains a computer laboratory for student use to support course work in the department. Students may use the computer lab either by registering for one unit of lab or by paying a semester fee. There is also a Macintosh lab serving classes for future K-12 teachers of mathematics. It is equipped with 20 iMacs. All computers in the department are networked. Restriction on Enrollment for Credit Enrollment for credit in Math 8, 10, 12, 70, 71, 101, 105, 106, 107A, and 107B will not be allowed for students who have received credit in Math 19, 30, 31, 30P, 32, unless the particular course in question is required for the students major, minor or credential requirements. Mathematics Placement Examination Many students who wish to enroll in Math 19, Math 19A, Math 30 or Math 30P are required to take the Mathematics Placement Examination. Information and forms are available in the Mathematics Department Office, MH 308, or online at Precalculus and Calculus on the Mathematics Department website: http://www.math.sjsu.edu. Minimum Grade Requirement A grade of C- or better is required for courses being used to meet any requirement in any minor or major offered by the Mathematics Department, including support courses. BA Mathematics The BA Mathematics is recommended for students who enjoy problem solving and would like to apply problem solving skills along with communication and analyzing skills in a future career. The department also provides an excellent background for graduate work in mathematics and other disciplines including law and medicine as well as engineering and science. All upper division math courses except Math 100W, Math 101, Math 105, Math 106, Math 107A and Math 107B will be included in the major GPA, even if they are not used to satisfy a major requirement. 33 upper division units of mathematics and computer science are required for this degree. Semester Units General Education Requirements..................42 Of the 51 units required by the university, 9 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details. American Institutions ...................................... (6) Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes. Physical Education ............................................2 Support for the Major.................................. 9-11 Two semesters of calculus-based physics (or with prior approval, 6 units of upper division mathematics-related courses from other departments may be substituted) (6-8); MATH 100W (3) Requirements in the Major ....................... 48-52 Lower Division ..................................... 15-19 MATH 030 or MATH 030P (3-5); MATH 031 (4); MATH 032 (3); MATH 042 (3); MATH 050, CS 046A or CS 049C (2-4) Upper Division Core ..................................18 MATH 108 (3); MATH 112, MATH 113, MATH 115 or MATH 138 (3); MATH 128A, MATH 129A and MATH 131A (9); MATH 128B, MATH 129B, MATH 131B or MATH 175 (3) Additional Upper Division Requirements 15 Complete three courses from: MATH 104, MATH 112, MATH 113, MATH 115, MATH 126, MATH 128B, MATH 129B, MATH 131B, MATH 132, MATH 133A, MATH 133B, MATH 134, MATH 138, MATH 142, MATH 143C, MATH 143M, MATH 161A, MATH 161B, MATH 162, MATH 163, MATH 164, MATH 171, MATH 175, MATH 177, MATH 178, MATH 179, appropriate Math 180, Math 196 and Math 203 courses (9); Two upper division mathematics or computer science courses, excluding Math 101, Math 105, Math 106, Math 107A, Math 107B, Math 110L, CS 110L (6) Electives ..................................................... 13-19 MATH 180H (requires prior approval) Total Units Required..........................................120 BA Mathematics, Preparation for Teaching This major is designed for students interested in teaching mathematics in high school or middle school. The following course work satisfies San Jos State Universitys requirements for a BA in Mathematics. In addition, this program is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) as subject matter preparation for a single subject credential in mathematics. Minimum grade point average (GPA) criteria is required for verification of subject matter competency. Completion of the program will not guarantee admission to the credential program. Like all other applicants, students must meet credential program standards and undergo screening for admission. See Teaching: How to Become a Teacher in California (see index) for information on application and admission to credential programs. All upper division math courses except Math 100W, Math 101, Math 105, Math 106, Math 107A, and Math 107B will be included in the major GPA, even if they are not used to satisfy a major requirement. 33 upper division units of mathematics are required for this degree. Semester Units General Education Requirements..................42 Of the 51 units required by the university, 9 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details. American Institutions ...................................... (6) Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes. Physical Education ............................................2 Preparation for the Major and Supporting Courses ........................................................ 9-11 Two semesters of calculus-based physics (or with prior approval, 6 units of upper division mathematics-related courses from other departments may be substituted) (6-8); MATH 100W (3) Requirements in the Major ....................... 48-52 Lower Division ..................................... 15-19 MATH 030 or MATH 030P (3-5); MATH 031 (4); MATH 032 (3); MATH 042 (3); MATH 050, CS 046A or CS 049C (2-4) Upper Division ...........................................18 MATH 104, MATH 108, MATH 115, MATH 128A, MATH 129A and MATH 131A Additional Requirements ..........................15 MATH 161A and MATH 161B (6); MATH 126 or MATH 201B (3); MATH 128B, MATH 129B, MATH 131B or MATH 175 (3); MATH 133A, MATH 142, MATH 143C, MATH 143M, MATH 177 or MATH 178 (3) Electives ..................................................... 13-19 Total Units Required..........................................120 Note: Math 201A is required in order to meet the subject matter requirement for a teaching credential.

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