Undergraduate programs
The mathematical sciences have long provided the proper language of the physical sciences and engineering, and they are playing an increasingly important role in areas as diverse as data science, computer science, the social sciences, business administration and economics, and the biological and medical sciences. Many are drawn to the study of mathematics and statistics precisely because of this broad applicability. Others are attracted by the rigorous training these disciplines provide in abstract reasoning, and the many surprising results and elegant arguments they encounter. The department offers a wide variety of courses in mathematics and statistics to meet the needs of a student body having very diverse interests. Anyone who would like to learn more about the department’s faculty, programs, courses, activities and other services is encouraged to explore the department website (https://www.pdx.edu/math/), or visit the department office.
Mathematics for Teaching License Requirements
To receive a teaching license from PSU, after completing a baccalaureate degree a student must complete the Graduate Teacher Education Program (GTEP) through the College of Education.
Below is a list of the minimal mathematics/statistics coursework required for individuals needing a Departmental Recommendation to enter the Graduate Teacher Education Program (GTEP) in Advanced Mathematics and in Foundational Mathematics.
Secondary Education Program Requirements for the Advanced Mathematics
The program must include the following courses or approved substitutions required by the Fariborz Maseeh Department of Mathematics and Statistics (12 courses).
Courses
| Mth 251 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Mth 252 | Calculus II | 4 |
| Mth 253 | Calculus III | 4 |
| Mth 254 | Calculus IV | 4 |
| Mth 261 | Introduction to Linear Algebra | 4 |
| CS 161 | Introduction to Programming and Problem-Solving | 4 |
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| Mth 338 | Modern College Geometry | 4 |
| Mth 344 | Introduction to Group Theory and Applications | 4 |
| Mth 346 | Number Theory | 4 |
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| Mth 356 | Discrete Mathematics | 4 |
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| Mth 481 | Topics in Probability for Mathematics Teachers | 3 |
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| Mth 482 | Topics in Statistics for Mathematics Teachers | 3 |
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| Stat 451 | Applied Statistics for Engineers and Scientists I | 4 |
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| Stat 461 | Introduction to Mathematical Statistics I | 3 |
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| Stat 462 | Introduction to Mathematical Statistics II | 3 |
| | At least three mathematics for teacher electives MTH 48X or MTH 49X | |
Electives
Program Requirements for the Foundational Mathematics (Teaching Grades 5-9)
The program must include the following courses or approved substitutions required by the Fariborz Maseeh Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
Only grades of C- or above count toward the requirements, and no more than three courses with a grade of P are eligible.
Courses
| Mth 211 | Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics I | 4 |
| Mth 212 | Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics II | 4 |
| Mth 213 | Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics III | 4 |
| | MTH 49X or MTH 48X for 12 credits | 12 |