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If you enjoy math and you are you thinking about a career in economics, business, engineering, or education, Iowa Western’s Mathematics program of study might be the perfect place for you to start.
In this program, you will learn the foundation needed for you to transfer to a four-year school and work towards a bachelor’s degree. In addition to all of the general education courses you will need, Iowa Western’s experienced math faculty offer a wide range of math courses including college algebra, statistics, three levels of calculus, and differential equations, to name a few. In addition, our students have the opportunity to enroll in several different physics, chemistry, and economics courses.
Job Outlook
This program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution upon completion.
+6.9% projected change in job outlook from 2023-2033 from the National Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What will you do
The Mathematics program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution. Mathematicians have a variety of career paths to choose from. Some choose teaching where a bachelor’s degree is required for secondary education and a master’s or Ph.D is needed for most post-secondary levels. Others find opportunities with the government or private industry in research and testing services, security commodity exchanges, management and public relations services, or they choose to work for banks, insurance companies, or public utilities. The salary will vary with the type of position accepted. Career Fields: Actuary, Mathematician, Secondary School Teacher, College or University Faculty Member.
Wages
- This program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution upon completion.
First Semester | ||||
| MAT 211 - Calculus I 1 | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 105 - Composition I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| CHM 166 - General Chemistry I 1 | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PHI 105 - Introduction to Ethics | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 16.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| MAT 217 - Calculus II 1 | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 106 - Composition II | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MGT 195 - Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| GEO 121 - World Regional Geography | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| MAT 220 - Calculus III 1 | 5.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 112 - Public Speaking | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| REL 101 - Survey of World Religions | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| HIS 152 - U.S. History Since 1877 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 14.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| MAT 227 - Elementary Differential Equations with Laplace 1 | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| CSC 116 - Information Computing | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 157 - Statistics 1 | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 120 - Intercultural Communications | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 14.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 61.0 | ||||
Notes:One elective must also satisfy the diversity requirement. | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Calculate and apply derivatives.
- Calculate and apply integrals.
- Analyze and compute Infinite series and sequences.
- Use vectors to solve application problems.
- Use descriptive and theoretical statistical techniques to solve problems.
Program Disclaimers
- Because career opportunities associated with this degree are so varied, salaries vary considerably as well. To explore careers and gather specific salary information, we encourage you to visit the following website: IHaveaPlanIowa