Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Mathematics Minor


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Mathematics is an art, a science, and a language. It encompasses the beauty of pattern and structure, the challenge of uncertainty and abstraction, and the excitement of solving problems. Mathematics provides a foundation for much of modern human society.

The Middle School Teacher Education, B.S.  with a concentration in Mathematics is offered.

Outcomes


Mathematics minors will be expected to meet the following program outcomes.

Outcome 1.

The student will acquire appropriate foundational mathematical skills (MA 241 ).

Outcome 2.

The student will be able to communicate mathematical ideas orally and/or in writing (all chosen courses).

Outcome 3.

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the various areas of mathematics and the connections between them (All MA courses 200 level or above).

Outcome 4.

The student will be able to understand, construct, and present proofs of mathematical theorems (MA 230  and all MA courses 300 level or above).

Assessment


The outcomes for the Mathematics minor are assessed through a combination of course examinations and quizzes, written and performance assignments, individual and group projects, and board presentations.

Minor Note


  • At least 18 semester hours in a subject area are required for a minor and at least 6 of these hours must be numbered 300 or above.
  • A minimum of 9 hours must be unique between a major and a minor. 
  • A minimum of 9 hours in the minor must be earned at Avila University.
  • A grade of “C” or better must be earned for all graded courses required for the minor.

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