Associate of Science in Mathematics
Program Description: TProgram Description: The Associate of Science degree in Mathematics provides students the general education and mathematics courses traditionally taken in the first two years of a mathematics program at a four-year college or university. The Mathematics degree provides flexibility for individual interest while still adhering to the Core Curriculum. Students transferring to another college or university should always consult with an advisor or articulation officer at the receiving institution to ensure a seamless transition.
| Semester 1 | Min Credits Credits | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 2413 - Calculus I | 4 | Students should consult with an advisor to determine if it is necessary to take one or more mathematics courses (like MATH 1314, MATH 1316, or MATH 2412) before taking Calculus I. | FOS Core |
| COSC 1436 - Programming Fundamentals I | 4 | FOS | |
| ENGL 1301 - English Composition I | 3 | Core | |
| SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 | Or select any course from the Core Curriculum | Core |
| 14 | |||
| Semester 2 | |||
| MATH 2414 - Calculus II | 4 | FOS | |
| ENGL 1302 - English Composition II | 3 | Core | |
| GOVT 2305 - Federal Government | 3 | Core | |
| HIST 1301 - United States History I | 3 | Or select any course from the American History section of the Core Curriculum | Core |
| Creative Arts Core Curriculum Elective | 3 | Core | |
| 16 | |||
| Semester 3 | |||
| MATH 2415 - Calculus III | 4 | FOS | |
| PHYS 2325 - University Physics I | 3 | FOS | |
| PHYS 2125 - University Physics I Lab | 1 | FOS | |
| GOVT 2306 - Texas Government | 3 | Core | |
| HIST 1302 - United States History II | 3 | Or select any course from the American History section of the Core Curriculum | Core |
| KINE 1164 - Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness | 1 | Or select any course from the Core Curriculum | Core |
| 15 | |||
| Semester 4 | |||
| MATH 2318 - Linear Algebra | 3 | FOS | |
| MATH 2320 - Differential Equations | 3 | FOS | |
| ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | Or select any course from the Social and Behavioral Sciences section of the Core Curriculum | Core |
| PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | Or select any course from the Language, Philosophy, and Culture section of the Core Curriculum | Core |
| Life and Physical Science Core Curriculum Elective | 3 | Select any course from the Life and Physical Science section of the Core Curriculum | Core |
| 15 | |||
| Total Program Hours: | 60 |
Field of Study Course (FOS) in current Blinn inventory of courses are also listed below.
Field of Study courses in the degree are required to be accepted by all Texas public institutions of higher education and must be applied to the student’s degree program in Mathematics at that institution.
- COSC 1436 – Programming Fundamentals I
- MATH 2413 – Calculus I
- MATH 2414 – Calculus II
- MATH 2415 – Calculus III
- MATH 2318 – Linear Algebra
- MATH 2320 – Differential Equations
- PHYS 2325 + PHYS 2125 – University Physics I (lecture + lab)
Marketable Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Verbal/Written Communication Skills
- Empirical and Quantitative Skills
- Multi-Disciplinary Team Working Skills
- Personal Responsibility
- Social Responsibility
- Analyze complex systems through mathematical modeling
- Complex reasoning and logic skills
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Investigative skills as related to problem-solving
- Mathematical technology skills
- Pattern recognition