2007-08 Academic Year - Humboldt State University

Mathematics Education
Bachelor of Arts degree
with a major in Mathematics—
education option leading to a single
subject teaching credential
Department Chair
Howard Stauffer, Ph.D.
Department of Mathematics
Library 58
(707) 826-3143
The Program
This program prepares students primarily
for teaching math in junior high school and
high school. (For information on preliminary
and professional clear teaching credentials,
see Education.)
Courses in calculus, computer programming,
number theory, geometry, statistics,
and history of mathematics comprise the
program’s core. Humboldt State offers several
computer laboratories with a variety of
computers, including mainframe, mini, and
microcomputers.
An active Math Club meets weekly and
sponsors various activities and talks. A
special scholarship fund for outstanding
mathematics students was established by
professor emeritus Harry S. Kieval.
Preparation
Take mathematics each year in high school.
Creative writing, reading, art, and computer
programming are also helpful.
REQUIREMENTS
Please note: Degree requirements listed
here do not include professional education
courses required for the credential.
Students earning this degree may waive
SSAT/Praxis assessments before entering
the credential program. Before applying to
the secondary education credential program,
students must meet the prerequisite
of 45 hours early field experience or enroll
in SED 210/410.
CS 131 Intro to Computer Science
or CIS 130 Intro to Programming, and
CIS 230 C++ Programming
or an approved course in computer programming
MATH 109 Calculus I
MATH 110 Calculus II
MATH 210 Calculus III
MATH 240 Introduction to
Mathematical Thought
MATH 241 Elements of Linear Algebra
MATH 340 Number Theory
MATH 343 Introduction to Algebraic
Structures
MATH 344 Linear Algebra
MATH 371 Geometry
MATH 407 School Mathematics from
an Advanced Viewpoint
STAT 323
Probability & Mathematical
Statistics I
MATH 301 Mathematics & Culture, an
Historical Perspective or
MATH 401 History of Mathematics I
Students also should take:
• sufficient units in approved upper division
mathematics courses to bring the
total to 26—recommended:
MATH 415 Introduction to Real
Analysis
MATH 474 Graph Theory
MATH 481 Workshop in Tutoring
Mathematics
• an approved, coherent program of not
less than eight units in a field of study in
which mathematics is applicable (see
advisor)
• strongly recommended:
PHIL 100 Logic
JMC 232 Technical Writing
ART 105B Beginning Drawing
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Media Studies
Minor in Media Studies
Department Chair
Mark Larson, Ph.D.
Department of Journalism &
Mass Communication
Bret Harte House 52
(707) 826-4775
www.humboldt.edu/~jnhsu
The Program
Study the role and effects of mass media in
contemporary society.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MINOR
18 units, including the following:
Core
Nine units from the following:
JMC 116 Introduction to Mass
Communication
JMC 316 Mass Media &
Contemporary Society
JMC 332 Responsibility in Mass
Communication
Media Analysis And Criticism
Three units from the following:
JMC 318 Empirical Research in
Communication
TFD 313 Theory & Criticism of Film
Media History
Three units from the following:
JMC 340 Mass Communication History
TFD 109B Introduction to Radio,
Television, & Film
TFD 305 Art of Film: Beginning
to 1950s
TFD 306 Art of Film: 1950s to Present
Media And Culture
Three units from the following:
JMC 302 Mass Media & the
Popular Arts
JMC 312 Women & Mass Media
JMC 330 International Mass
Communication
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