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Mathematics, Associate in Science

Overview

Narrative

 A solid foundation in mathematics is critical for empowering the next generation of innovators and pioneers.  A thorough comprehension of mathematical concepts and skills is a vital requirement for those seeking a mathematics degree.  Students enrolled in the program will learn how mathematics and scientific principles apply to real-world problems, whereby conceptual understanding and formula manipulation are required

Students majoring in mathematics will also explore courses in computer science, physics, social sciences, and English as part of their associate's degree program. Those with a background in math and science can expect to find employment in business, industry, government, fields of research, higher education, private industry, laboratories and more. Recent surveys show those with math degrees have a strong probability of finding career success in a number of high-paying fields.

Any student wishing to pursue a degree in Physics should enroll in the Mathematics degree while attending NCC.


Features

In our program, you will study a combination of common core courses designed for all math or science majors who are specializing in math.

Northampton has a number of special partnerships with four-year institutions. Our admission and transfer agreements allow for a smooth transfer to DeSales University, Cedar Crest College, Centenary University, Moravian University, Muhlenberg College, Lincoln University or Cheyney University.

 

Requirements

While this program has no special admission requirements, most all of the math courses in the Pathways degree program require a background in Trigonometry and/or Precalculus. If you are lacking background in these areas, you should acquire this mathematical foundation during the summer session before your first semester, or during your first semester or be aware that this associate's degree will take longer than the four semesters to complete.

For further information contact the Admissions Office at 610.861.5500.

Career Potential:  Mathematician, Statistician, Data Scientist, Teacher, Actuary, Economist, Engineer, Operations Analyst 

NCC students have transferred to: Lehigh University, Penn State University, Lafayette College, Kutztown University, Edinboro University, Moravian University, East Stroudsburg University and  Rutgers University.

 

Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be prepared to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency in conceptualization and analysis of problems.
  • Demonstrate both conceptual and quantitative ability for problem-solving.
  • Work independently and also collaboratively.
  • Use technology to solve problems.
  • Use mathematical reasoning to solve problems and make decisions.
  • Succeed in a four-year institution's Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering program.
 

Courses

First Semester

COLS101College Success

1 credits

MATH150Introductory Statistics

3 credits

COMM101Introduction to Communication

3 credits

ENGL101English I

3 credits

MATH180Calculus I

4 credits

Total Credit Hours:14

Second Semester

ENGL151LEnglish II

3 credits

MATH181Calculus II

4 credits

PHYS215Physics for Science & Engineering I

5 credits

General Education Elective (SIT)

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:15

Third Semester

MATH210Calculus III

4 credits

PHYS225Physics for Science & Engineering II

5 credits

General Education Elective (AH)

3 credits

General Education Elective (SSHB)

3 credits

Total Credit Hours:15

Fourth Semester

CISC115Computer Science I

4 credits

MATH211Differential Equations

4 credits

MATH202Discrete Math

3 credits

Elective

3/4 credits

Elective

3/4 credits

Total Credit Hours:17-19

Total Credit Hours: 61-63

  • One course should be designated as Diversity and Global Awareness (D).
  • One General Education Elective (AH, SIT, SSHB) must be taken in a Writing Intensive (WI) section. The program-related writing intensive competency is satisfied by completion of both combination of PHYS215 and PHYS225.
  • All electives must be chosen from the list of courses which are applicable to AA and AS degrees.