ASNSM in Mathematics requirements

[mayaangel]

I am beginning to put together a degree plan for an associates in mathematics from TESC. Most of the requirements are pretty straight forward, however, I am a little confused about the college mathematics requirement listed in the general education section. Could you take the college mathematics CLEP? when i looked at the description for this it clearly states that its not for math or science majors - yet the BA in mathematics at TESC also has this as a general ed requirement.

edited to say - the ultimate goal is actually a BA in mathematics.

[cooperalex2004]

we are beginning to put together a degree plan for an associates in mathematics from TESC. Most of the requirements are pretty straight forward, however, I am a little confused about the college mathematics requirement listed in the general education section. Could you take the college mathematics CLEP? when i looked at the description for this it clearly states that its not for math or science majors - yet the BA in mathematics at TESC also has this as a general ed requirement.

On some degrees they list a need for Algebra or Stats but in this case since you are taking the advanced courses as the area of study itself you are fine with the CLEP. Since the CLEP is six credits, the extra three credits will be split off and serve in the electives needed right below it on the degree plan. Should you already have enough credits in that elective area, they'd roll over to your next open elective spot or land in free electives if everything else is full.

[Kaz]

...Could you take the college mathematics CLEP? when i looked at the description for this it clearly states that its not for math or science majors...

And it is not listed in the major/area of study section That is normal for math majors: you can take whatever lower maths you like but the lowest one that "counts towards your major" is almost always Calc1. I started with Pre-Calc as a freshman. That course's credits counted on all of my transcripts in some category but never towards the math major. I know other majors work similarly.

[bricabrac]

I would use CLEP, Aleks and TESCs TECEP to fill GenEd, as well as 6cr towards the AOS requirements. I've listed some of the alternative study math credit below (CBE/Aleks). They serve to build your math foundation and as an added benefit are 24 cheap 100 level credits. Looks as if all courses will transfer seamlessly from the AS to the BA.

ASNSM - Mathematics (catalog p31) [URL="http://www.tesc.edu/heavin/asnsm/Mathematics.cfm"]
[/URL]A. Intellectual & Practical Skills: (college math & electives)
TECEP MAT 105 Applied Liberal Arts Math 3cr
CLEP MAT 102/103 College Mathematics 6cr

B. Human Cultures and the Physical and Natural World
Electives 9cr:
Aleks MAT115 Intermediate Algebra 3cr
Aleks MAT121 College Algebra or College Algebra w/Trig 3cr
Aleks MAT129 Precalculus or Trigonometry 3cr

Intro to the Option?? - Unsure what would fill this slot for the AS Mathematics degree. Hopefully someone will chime in or speak with an Advisor for clarity.

Area of Study: Mathematics
A. Intro - CLEP MAT231 Calculus 3cr
B. Theory - Aleks STA201 Intro to Stats 3cr



BA, Mathematics (catalog pgs 32, 34)
Intellectual & Practical Skills: (college math & electives)
TECEP MAT 105 Applied Liberal Arts Math 3cr
CLEP MAT 102/103 College Mathematics 6cr

General Ed Electives: (fills 9/18 credits)
Aleks MAT115 Intermediate Algebra 3cr
Aleks MAT121 College Algebra or College Algebra w/Trig 3cr
Aleks MAT129 Precalculus or Trigonometry 3cr

Area of Study: Mathematics
A. Required -
CLEP MAT231 Calculus 3cr
Aleks STA201 Intro to Stats 3cr


Good luck!!