Secondary Certification Teaching Major/Minor Mathematics
Major Requirements
A minimum of 30 semester hours from courses numbered above MATH 105 is required.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MATH 115 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 116 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 215 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 227 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 228 | Diff Eqns with Linear Algebra | 4 |
| MATH 300 | Math Lang Proof & Struct | 3 |
| MATH 331 | Survey of Geometry | 3 |
| MATH 412 | Introduction to Modern Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 442 | Geometry for Teachers | 3 |
| or MATH 444 | Data Anlsys,Prob&Stat forTchrs | |
| Recomended electives: | 3 | |
| Discrete Math Meth Comptr Engr | ||
| Elementary Number Theory | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| Functions of a Complex Variable with Applications | ||
| Mathematical Modeling | ||
| Supplementary requirements (not included in the 30 hours): | ||
| Computer Science I | ||
or CCM 172 | Computing Environ for Math | |
| Applied Statistics I | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 34 | |
Major Notes:
- A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required for a major.
- For the major, 12 semester hours must be in courses numbered 300 or above.
- At least 15 semester hours in UM-Dearborn courses required for a major.
Program Notes:
- Minimum GPA's are required for program completion: 2.75 cumulative, 2.75 in major, 2.75 in minor, and 2.75 in Professional Studies.
- Advising Policy: The student is responsible for complying with requirements described in the Undergraduate Catalog as well as on the Four Phase Checklist. Students are expected to meet with their College of Education, Health, and Human Services advisor at least once per year and in the term prior to graduation.
- Courses taken on a PASS/FAIL basis will NOT be accepted toward program completion.
- CEHHS recommends successful program completers for State of Michigan Certification, however, it is ultimately up to the State of Michigan to issue certificates. Certain offenses on a criminal record can keep individuals from obtaining teacher certification. Please refer to The Revised School Code, Act 451 of 1976, section 380.1539b.
- Initial certification program students must have passing scores on the appropriate MTTC subject area test reported to the University of Michigan-Dearborn College of Education, Health, and Human Services by electronic delivery or direct mail from Pearson Evaluation Systems prior to student teaching.
- Certified teachers pursuing an endorsement in a post-degree program must complete all program requirements and have passing scores on the appropriate MTTC subject area test reported to the University of Michigan-Dearborn College of Education, Health, and Human Services by electronic delivery or direct mail from Pearson Evaluation Systems prior to a recommendation being made to the State of Michigan Department of Education.
Minor Requirements
A minimum of 21 semester hours from courses numbered above MATH 105 is required.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MATH 115 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 116 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 227 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 300 | Math Lang Proof & Struct | 3 |
| MATH 331 | Survey of Geometry | 3 |
| EDD 451 | Practicum: Math Second School | 1 |
| MATH 442 | Geometry for Teachers | 3 |
| or MATH 444 | Data Anlsys,Prob&Stat forTchrs | |
| Recomended electives, if needed: | ||
| Calculus III | ||
| Discrete Math Meth Comptr Engr | ||
| Elementary Number Theory | ||
| Introduction to Modern Algebra | ||
| Functions of a Complex Variable with Applications | ||
| Mathematical Modeling | ||
| Applied Statistics I (or a course in data analysis and probability) | ||
| Supplementary requirements (not included in the 21 hours): | ||
| Computer Science I | ||
or CCM 172 | Computing Environ for Math | |
or a programming course in C++, Basic or Logo | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 21 | |
Minor Notes:
- A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required for a minor.
- For the minor, 6 semester hours must be in courses numbered 300 or above.