Mathematics Emphasis

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Mathematics Emphasis

A.S. (TTP)

Expected Hours for A.S. (TTP) Degree

62

What is Mathematics Emphasis: General Transfer Major, A.S. (TTP)?

The Mathematics emphasis is designed to prepare students to transfer to a bachelor’s degree granting institution. This program prepares students for more advanced study in a pathway through which students can pursue careers as Actuary, Statistician, Data Scientist, Mathematician, Mathematics Teacher and Computer Programmer

What will I learn?

All students who complete a degree designated as a Tennessee Transfer Pathway will be able to do the following:

  1. Communicate effectively through oral and written modes, using conventions appropriate to their audience and purpose, including critical listening, reading, and research skills.
  2. Evaluate the significance of humanity’s cultural heritage and diversity and its development in a historical and/or global context through critical and analytical methodologies.
  3. Connect knowledge of social and cultural institutions to issues of personal or public   importance.
  4. Analyze historical and contemporary issues by drawing on historical contexts.
  5. Demonstrate a broad understanding of scientific principles and concepts.
  6. Apply relevant mathematical modeling to a variety of applied or theoretical problems.

In addition, students who complete the Mathematics emphasis will develop skills needed for pursuing careers involving quantitative skills.

What can I do with this degree?


A bachelor’s degree in Mathematics can prepare you for careers as a Data Scientist, Statistician, Mathematician, Actuary and Mathematics Teacher.

What are my options at Cleveland State Community College?

  • Mathematics Emphasis (TTP): Transfer Degree (AS)

What are my options to pay for this degree?

  • Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov
  • A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid. He/she must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester.

Program Schedule


Fall Semester

GEN 1010

First Year Seminar

3

ENGL 1010

English Composition I

3

MATH 1900

Scientific Programming*

3

MATH 1910

Calculus I*

4

HIST 2310

        Or

HIST 2010

Early World History

         Or

Early US History

3

Fall Milestones

    • GEN 1010 can be taken as a two week bootcamp that runs for 3 hours per day for the 10 weekdays prior to the first day of class.
    • If you have Writing Learning Support requirements, then you will need to register for ENGL 0900 in addition to ENGL 1010.  If you have Reading Learning Support requirements, then you will need to register for READ 0810 in addition to ENGL 1010.
    • MATH 1900* requires a Math ACT of 22 or higher.  Otherwise, completion of MATH 1000 or SAILS Plus is required. This class is offered only in Fall semesters.    
    • MATH 1910* requires a Math ACT score of 26 or higher.  Otherwise, completion of MATH 1730 or MATH 1710 and MATH 1720 is required. 
    • All History courses requires completion of Reading Learning Support requirements. 
      Students should take the history sequence required by the senior institution. 
      For example, UTK and UTC prefer World History whereas TTU and MTSU prefer US History.
    • *In order to stay on track, students need to follow the prescribed timetable exactly for courses marked with a *.  Failure to do so could result in a delay of up to one year.
    •  
  • FINANCIAL AID ALERT - If you receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA and submit any requested documentation could be near.  Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the academic year.  Please see your success coach or enrollment specialist to make sure you are in good standing or if you have any questions.
  • ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Spring registration.  Remember, advising is key to success!

Spring Semester

MATH 1920

Calculus II*

4

HIST 2320

  Or

HIST 2020

Modern World History

   Or

Modern US History

3

ENGL 1020

English Composition II

3

PHYS 2110

Calculus Based Physics I*

4

ECON 2100

Principles of Macroeconomics

3


Spring Milestones

  •  MATH 1920 requires completion of MATH 1910 with a grade of C or higher AND completion of MATH 1720.
    • Students should take the history sequence required by the senior institution.  For instance, UTK and Tennessee Tech prefer World Civilizations I and II.
    • PHYS 2110 requires completion of MATH 1910.  (This class is only    offered in Spring semesters.)
    • *In order to stay on track, students need to follow the prescribed timetable exactly for courses marked with an *.  Failure to do so could result in a delay up to one year.  

FINANCIAL AID ALERT - Now is the time to begin thinking about financial aid for next semester.  Be sure to check your Cleveland State email daily for deadlines, announcements, and award updates for the upcoming academic year.   Please contact your success coach or academic advisor if you have any questions.

ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your success coach and/or academic advisor to discuss Summer and Fall registration.  Remember, advising is key to success!   If you are planning to transfer to a four-year university, make an appointment with your academic advisor soon.  They can assist you with making the right course selections, as well as help you begin the transfer process.

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Fall Semester

MATH 2110

Calculus III*

4

PHYS 2120

Calculus Based Physics II*

4

ECON 2200

Principles of Microeconomics

3

MUS 1030

Introduction to Music

3

COMM 2025

Fundamentals of Communication

3


Fall Milestones

    •  
    • MATH 2110* requires completion of MATH 1920 with a grade of C or higher.  This class is offered only in Fall semesters.
    • PHYS 2120* requires successful completion of PHYS 2110.  This class is offered only in Fall semesters.
    • MUS 1030 requires completion of Reading and Writing Learning Support requirements.
    • *In order to stay on track, students need to follow the prescribed timetable exactly for courses marked with a *.  Failure to do so could result in a delay of up to one year.
    •  
  • FINANCIAL ALERT-If you plan to receive aid, the priority deadline to apply or renew your FAFSA and submit any requested documentation is July 1. Please consult  a financial aid specialist and the business office prior to the start of classes to check on fees/expenses and to ensure that you are in good standing.
  • ADVISING and REGISTRATION - Work with your academic advisor to discuss Spring registration.  Your advisor can assist you in course selection, as well as checking requirements for transfer and/or graduation. 


Spring Semester

MATH 2010

Introduction to Linear Algebra*

3

MATH 2120

Differential Equations*

3

ENGL 2120 or

ENGL 2220 or

ENGL 2320

Modern American Literature

Modern US History

Modern World History

3

ART 2000

Art History Survey I

3

Subtotal

62


Spring MilestonesMATH 2010* requires completion of MATH 1910 with a grade of C or higher.  This class is offered only in Spring semesters.

MATH 2120* requires successful completion of MATH 2110.  This class is offered only in Spring semesters.

Any literature course will satisfy the Humanities/Fine Arts (literature) requirement and all require successful completion of ENGL 1020.

ART 2000 requires completion of all Reading and Writing Learning Support requirements.

*In order to stay on track, students need to follow the prescribed timetable exactly for courses marked with a *.  Failure to do so could result in a delay of up to one year.

GRADUATION - Apply to graduate by completing the online Intent to Graduate form. This can be found under the Graduation Tab within the Registration Tools and Forms on Cougarnet.  You will need to schedule to take your exit exam and/or program test at mycs.cc/testing.  These will be taken in the Testing Center.

CONGRATULATIONS! After you complete this semester's courses and maintain an overall 2.0 GPA, you will be a Cleveland State Graduate!

 

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