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Mathematics

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
College of Social and Natural Sciences
Hagg-Sauer Hall 218-755-2880

Faculty

Dr. James Richards (Chair), Mr. Christopher Brown, Dr. Clayton Knoshaug, Ms. Ivy Knoshaug, Ms. Colleen Livingston, Dr. Eric Lund, Mr. David Miller, Dr. Tom Richard, Dr. Glen Richgels, Dr. Susan Rosselet, Dr. Randy Westhoff

Areas of Study

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Teacher Licensure
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Fields of Emphasis:
General/Applied
Professional
Field of Emphasis, Elementary Education B.S.: Mathematics
Minor in Mathematics, B.A., B.S.
Minor in Mathematics, B.S. Teacher Licensure
The Mathematics Major, B.A. is no longer offered.

Mathematics in its purest form is an art concerned with the exploration and expression of ideas. In its practical form mathematics is a symbolic language, and is concerned with the application of mathematical ideas and tools to the sciences and other areas of human endeavor.

The study of mathematics is grounded in problem solving and includes the ability to think in a certain, organized way. It is basic to careers in the natural sciences, essential to the effective use of computer technology, and is valuable in related fields such as the social sciences, business and industrial technology.

The mathematics majors offered by the Department provide students with a core of knowledge in mathematics and allow specialization in both teaching and non-teaching programs.

Preparation

See Section II, Enrollment for required high school preparation.

Recommended Courses

Computer Science

Mathematics at each grade level

Second Majors and Minors

Students are encouraged to discuss with their advisor the option of a second major or minor that might strengthen or complement their major.

Career Directions

Actuarial Fields
Statistics
Mathematics Teaching
Engineering
Business and Industry
Government
Natural Sciences
Economics
Environmental Technology
Medical Research
Computer Science
Data Processing
Graduate Study

Credit Requirement

Transfer Students: At least one-third of the credits to be included in the major must be successfully completed at Bemidji State University.

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