Program: Mathematics Certificate - University of Southern Maine

Apr 03, 2025

2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog

The certificate in mathematics is designed to present a rigorous introduction to university-level mathematics. More than computation, mathematics is a discipline that demands skillful reasoning and genuine understanding. Instruction begins with the foundations of higher-level pure and applied mathematics and culminates with the advanced courses that establish the theoretical basis for the discipline broadly.

Program Requirements

Minimum number of credits required for the certificate: 20

Required Courses: (11 credits)

Note: Some of these courses have prerequisites; see course descriptions.

MAT 252 - Calculus C Credits: 4
MAT 290 - Foundations of Mathematics Credits: 4
MAT 352 - Real Analysis Credits: 3

Elective Courses: (9 credits)

Choose three courses from the following:

MAT 295 - Linear Algebra Credits: 4
MAT 350 - Differential Equations Credits: 4
MAT 355 - Complex Analysis Credits: 3
MAT 371 - College Geometry Credits: 3
MAT 392 - Theory of Numbers Credits: 3
MAT 395 - Abstract Algebra Credits: 3
MAT 490 - Topology Credits: 3