Single Subject Credential - Mathematics
DEPARTMENT
Department of Mathematics
Rajee Amarasinghe, Chair
Peters Business Building, Room 381
559.278.2992
www.fresnostate.edu/csm/math/
MN in Mathematics, Minor
BA in Mathematics, B.A.
MA in Mathematics, M.A.
MA in Mathematics - Teaching Option, M.A.
CRED in Single Subject Credential - Mathematics
CRED in Professional Clear Foundation Level Mathematics
Mathematics and related subjects play important dual roles in our culture. On the one hand, mathematics is a study in its own
right; on the other hand, it is an indispensable tool for expressing and understanding ideas in the sciences, engineering, and an
increasing number of other fields. As a consequence, employment opportunities for mathematicians have been expanding in
recent years. The courses offered by the department are designed to develop skills in, and an appreciation and understanding
of, both roles.
Because there are so many different areas in which a trained mathematician can find employment or continue studies, the
department offers a large number of electives within the mathematics major. By selecting appropriate courses, students have
considerable flexibility to accommodate their individual interests. Students should consult with a department adviser for
specific recommendations as to which electives are suited to their career paths.
Electives in applied mathematics prepare students to assume positions in technical industries or government employment, or to
continue advanced studies in the applied area.
Electives in pre-college teaching in mathematics provide students with the necessary background for obtaining a California
Secondary Teaching Credential in mathematics. In order to complete the credential requirements, a fifth year of education
courses, classroom observation, and practice teaching is needed. At the present time, there is an increasing demand for welltrained people in this area.
Electives in pure mathematics prepare students for the pursuit of graduate studies leading to advanced degrees and
employment at the college or university level, or research in industries.
Electives in statistics and probability provide a foundation for students planning to work as statisticians for industry or
government agencies. They also can enhance employment opportunities in the bioscience and health-related fields. Statistics
courses (in addition to MATH 75 [or 75A and B], 76, and 77) are essential for the first two Actuarial Examinations offered by
the Society of Actuaries.
REQUIREMENTS
Math Teacher Education Requirements
The baccalaureate degree programs in mathematics serve as subject matter preparation program leading to the Single Subject
Teaching Credential in Mathematics.*
Students can apply to the credential program after completing 90 or more units as undergraduates. Once accepted, they can
begin to take credential courses simultaneously as they complete their undergraduate degree. For more information, call Agnes
Tuska at 559.278.2512, Rajee Amarasinghe at 559.278.4136, or Lance Burger at 559.278.4906.
MATH 75 (or 75A and B), 76, 77, 101, 111, 116, 143, 145, 149, 151, 152, 161, 171; PHYS 4A; CSCI 40; MATH 81 or 114 or
128 or 165 or 172 or 181**
Total (59-60 units)
See the description of the Single Subject Credential Program under Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology on this
Web site.
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* As teacher education programs are subject to state and system legislative control, it is recommended that students consult
department credential advisers for current program requirements.
** Math majors should take either MATH 81 to fulfill the major requirement.
FACULTY
Name
Degree
Email
Allen, Nathan S
Master of Arts
nallen@csufresno.edu
Allen, William E
Master of Arts
ballen@csufresno.edu
Amarasinghe, Thisath R
Doctor of Philosophy
ramarasi@csufresno.edu
Amarasinghe, Tikiri K
Second Master of Science
tamarasinghe@csufresno.edu
Arnold, Robert F
Doctor of Philosophy
arnold@csufresno.edu
Bohn, Stella M
Master of Arts
sbohn@csufresno.edu
Burger, Lance D
Doctor of Philosophy
lburger@csufresno.edu
559.278.4906
Caprau, Carmen L
Doctor of Philosophy
ccaprau@csufresno.edu
559.278.4996
Chung, Steve
Doctor of Philosophy
schung@csufresno.edu
Cusick, Larry W
Doctor of Philosophy
larryc@csufresno.edu
559.278.2462
DeLeon, Doreen R
Doctor of Philosophy
doreendl@csufresno.edu
559.278.4009
Delcroix, Stefaan D
Doctor of Philosophy
sdelcroix@csufresno.edu
559.278.2555
Duncan Schnell, Della C
Doctor of Philosophy
dellad@csufresno.edu
559.278.4999
Forgacs, Tamas
Doctor of Philosophy
tforgacs@csufresno.edu
559.278.4907
Franco, Ernesto
Doctor of Philosophy
ernestof@csufresno.edu
559.278.3931
Herrington, Diana L
Master of Arts
dianah@csufresno.edu
Kelm, Katherine S
Doctor of Philosophy
kbyler@csufresno.edu
Kelm, Travis R
Doctor of Philosophy
tkelm@csufresno.edu
Kryder, Paul T
Master of Science
pkryder@csufresno.edu
Markin, Marat
Doctor of Philosophy
mmarkin@csufresno.edu
Nogin, Maria
Doctor of Philosophy
mnogin@csufresno.edu
Obeid, Lina
Master of Arts
lobeid@csufresno.edu
www.fresnostate.edu
Phone
559.278.4136
559.278.4633
559.278.7102
559.278.4908
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Name
Degree
Email
Oka, Ganesh K
Doctor of Philosophy
goka@csufresno.edu
Renwick, Jon C
Master of Arts
jrenwick@csufresno.edu
Ryan, James P
Master of Science
jamesryan@csufresno.edu
Sabuwala, Adnan H
Doctor of Philosophy
asabuwala@csufresno.edu
Somayajulu, Ravi
Phone
559.278.4041
rsomayajulu@csufresno.edu
Tague, Jenna
Doctor of Philosophy
jtague@csufresno.edu
Tofan, Antonina
Master of Arts
atofan@csufresno.edu
Tran, Khang D
Doctor of Philosophy
khangt@csufresno.edu
Tuska, Agnes
Doctor of Philosophy
agnest@csufresno.edu
559.278.2512
Vega, Oscar E
Doctor of Philosophy
ovega@csufresno.edu
559.278.4903
Wu, Ke
Doctor of Philosophy
kewu@csufresno.edu
559.278.2350
de Souza, Comlan
Doctor of Philosophy
cdesouza@csufresno.edu
www.fresnostate.edu
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