University of California, Los Angeles College of Letters and Science 47 courses
The Mathematics for Teaching major is designed primarily for students planning to teach mathematics at the high school level. It provides exposure to a broad range of mathematical topics, especially those appropriate for the prospective teacher. Students planning to pursue graduate studies in mathematics or related fields are encouraged to enter the Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Mathematics of Computation major. The Mathematics for Teaching major is a designated capstone major. In their senior year students complete a year-long course sequence that culminates in a model lesson presentation, paper, and portfolio. Through their capstone work, students demonstrate their familiarity with research and current issues in mathematics education, as well as their capacities to problem solve; reason quantitatively, geometrically, and algebraically; construct viable arguments; critique others’ reasoning; and use tools strategically.
Preparation for the Major
Complete 11 courses as follows:
Preparation for the Major: Mathematics
Complete six courses. Select Mathematics 31A or 31AL.
Preparation for the Major: Physics
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYSICS 1A | Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Mechanics | 5 |
| PHYSICS 5A | Physics for Life Sciences Majors: Mechanics and Energy | 5 |
Preparation for the Major: Program in Computing
Complete the following course:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMPTNG 10A | Introduction to Programming | 5 |
Preparation for the Major: Electives
Select two courses from:
Preparation for the Major: Electives: Chemistry
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 20A | Chemical Structure | 4 |
| CHEM 20B | Chemical Energetics and Change | 4 |
Preparation for the Major: Electives: Physics
Preparation for the Major: Electives: Program in Computing
Select from Program in Computing 10B through 97.
The Major
Complete 13 courses as follows:
The Major: Required Courses
Complete seven courses as follows:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 106 | History of Mathematics | 4 |
| MATH 115A | Linear Algebra | 5 |
| MATH 131A | Analysis | 4 |
| STATS 100B | Introduction to Mathematical Statistics | 4 |
The Major: Required Courses: Mathematics 110A or 117
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 110A | Algebra | 4 |
| MATH 117 | Algebra for Applications | 4 |
The Major: Required Courses: Mathematics 120A or 123
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 120A | Differential Geometry | 4 |
| MATH 123 | Foundations of Geometry | 4 |
The Major: Required Courses: Mathematics 170A or Statistics 100A
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 170A | Probability Theory I | 4 |
| STATS 100A | Introduction to Probability | 4 |
The Major: Mathematics or Statistics Elective
Select one course from:
The Major: Mathematics or Statistics Elective: Mathematics
Select from Mathematics 110B through 191H.
The Major: Mathematics or Statistics Elective: Statistics
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| STATS 100C | Linear Models | 4 |
The Major: Mathematics 131B through 136
Select one course from:
The Major: Mathematics 142 through 167
Select one course from:
The Major: Capstone Series
Complete the following three-course capstone series in the senior year:
Computing Specialization
Majors may select a specialization in Computing by satisfying all the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in the specified major and completing the following courses with a minimum grade of C– in each course and a combined grade-point average of at least 2.0. Students must petition for admission to this program and are advised to do so after they complete Program in Computing 10B (petitions should be filed in the Student Services Office). Students graduate with a bachelor’s degree in their major and a specialization in Computing.
Computing Specialization: Mathematics 61 or 180
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 61 | Introduction to Discrete Structures | 4 |
| MATH 180 | Graph Theory | 4 |
Computing Specialization: Program in Computing
Complete the following two courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMPTNG 10A | Introduction to Programming | 5 |
| COMPTNG 10B | Intermediate Programming | 4 |
Computing Specialization: Program in Computing Elective
Select two courses from:
Computing Specialization: Mathematics Electives
Select two courses from:
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