Mathematics Teaching Major with licensure

Course Numbers

Title

Credit Hours

Required courses:
Math 1210, 1220, 2210


Calculus I, II, III


4,4,3

Math 2200

Discrete Mathematics

3

Math 2270

Linear Algebra

4

Math 2280

Differential Equations

4

Math 3010

History of Mathematics

3

Math 3070

Applied Statistics I

4

Math 3210

Foundations of Analysis I

4

Math 3100

Foundations of Geometry

3

Math 4030

Foundations of Algebra

3

Math 4090

Teaching Secondary School Math

3

Math 4095

Practicum for Secondary Math Teachers

2

Math 5700

Capstone Course in Mathematics

3

Elective course:
Select one course from the following list, or another course numbered above 4200 except those excluded from the regular mathematics major.

3-4

Math 3220

Foundations of Analysis II

4

Math 4400

Intro to Number Theory

3

Allied courses:
Physics 2210


Physics for Scientists and Engineers I


4

or Physics 3210

Physics for Scientists I

4

To graduate with a teaching major students must receive a score of 143 or higher on the Praxis Exam #10061: "Mathematics: Content Knowledge." To register see www.ets.org/praxis.

The Math Department strongly advises students to complete the physics sequence.

Students are strongly advised to complete a teaching minor in another area.

Students must also complete the Secondary Teacher Licensure Program coursework required by the Urban Institute for Teacher Education. Contact Becky Owen for an appointment (becky.owen@utah.edu, 801-581-6818)