Mathematics
Applies to Every Discipline
Prepare for a successful career in the field or in the classroom.
Mathematics, a vital resource for turning the abstract into the concrete, is a valuable skill across almost every discipline. Whether you choose to major in mathematics at D&E and pursue graduate school or go directly to the workforce to prepare the students of tomorrow, a D&E mathematics education has you covered.
The Davis & Elkins College mathematics program offers two tracks: pure math and math for teachers. Coursework includes a strong foundation in traditional math classes, like linear algebra and calculus, allowing you to build toward finding your niche. Our pure math degree program prepares students interested in graduate school or entering the workforce in fields that utilize math, often by also taking courses that lead to a minor in a related field, such as Computer Science, Finance, Economics, or Chemistry.
Baccalaureate Programs (B.S. & B.A.)
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
The bachelor’s degree in mathematics with a focus in Pure Mathematics requires 27 hours of specified mathematics courses and 20 semester hours of elective mathematics and physics courses.
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics Education, 5 – Adult
The bachelor’s degree in secondary mathematics education requires 100 credit hours of specified mathematics, 3 semester hours of Mathematics courses numbered above 200, and 6 hours of specified physics courses. For students seeking 5-Adult certification, the requirements include specified education courses, field-based experience, and specified courses in communications and psychology. For students not seeking licensure, a Foundations of Education minor is required.
Minors
Mathematics Minor
The requirements for a minor in mathematics consist of 18 semester hours of required and elective mathematics courses.
Courses
What We Offer
- Introduction to Mathematics
- Logic
- Math for Elementary Education Teachers
- Geometry Concepts
- Topics in Mathematics
- Discrete Mathematics
- Statistics
- College Algebra
- Precalculus
- Calculus I, II & III
- The Language of Mathematics
- College Geometry
- Differential Equations
- Linear Algebra
- Algebraic Structures
- Introduction to Analysis
- Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics
- Practicum
- Independent Study
- Math Education Capstone
- Math Major Capstone
What Our Alumni Say
“The education I received during my time at D&E transformed me. I grew as a person and intellectually. After my four years, I felt prepared to face any challenge and to face the world.”
-Guillerme Hubsch, Class of 2016
Why Mathematics at D&E
The small class sizes at Davis & Elkins College are a huge advantage for students studying mathematics. Your dedicated professors will provide individualized attention in every class session, allowing you to become more comfortable with the concepts. You can participate in hands-on programs in supportive environments that inspire you to delve into new concepts and gain confidence to present your work to your peers.
You’ll also have the opportunity to be a paid peer tutor in The Naylor Learning Center on campus and in the local community. In addition to assisting others, tutoring allows you to get extra practice and helps you learn the material better to build your logical and critical thinking skills. Internship opportunities and research experiences, primarily through the Capstone course, in which you will choose a topic and work directly with a faculty member. You will learn new skills and deepen your mathematical knowledge, while possibly having the opportunity to present your work at a regional conference.