Department of Mathematics
Data Science Major
SUU now offers an ABET-accredited Data Science major in addition to the Data Science certificate to equip students with the skills necessary for a career in data science or other quantitative fields. More information can be found at the Data Science Major and Data Science Certificate pages. Feel free to contact Rick Brown at richardbrown1@suu.edu if you have any questions.
Math Resources
Free Math Tutoring for SUU Students
Peer tutoring in many subjects is available at no charge to SUU students at the Student Success Tutoring & Study Lab in ELC 204.
When Will I Use Math?
Ever asked yourself that question? Check out the We Use Math website. Find careers, salaries, tips for success, advice about jobs, and ways to go into math professionally and more. This site is supported by AMS, MAA, and BYU Math.
Math Placement information from the SUU Testing Center
CE Math Boot Camp 2026
Concurrent Enrollment Math Boot Camp is available to all high schoolers hoping to get into MATH 1050.
Mathematics Department Mission
The Department of Mathematics is committed to helping students and faculty increase their knowledge of mathematics, its applications, and its pedagogy. Our faculty are devoted to supporting student learning through innovative quality educational experiences in general education courses, service courses, and major courses. We provide opportunities for students to develop their problem solving, quantitative reasoning, and logical reasoning skills in a supportive and rigorous learning environment. Our curriculum is designed to help individuals grow intellectually, professionally, and personally while pursuing their academic goals.
Student Learning Outcomes
Mathematics and Mathematics Education majors should be able to:
- Use standard mathematical techniques to solve computational problems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental mathematical concepts and results in the core content areas.
- Use content knowledge to solve applied and real-world mathematical problems.
- Communicate mathematics effectively using proper notation and terminology.
- Use logical reasoning to construct clear and concise mathematical proofs.
Data Science majors should be able to:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Apply theory, techniques, and tools throughout the data science lifecycle and employ the resulting knowledge to satisfy stakeholders’ needs.