Department of Computer Science

NIGERIA CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION MINIMUM STANDARDS (2020 EDITION)

Introduction

The Department of Mathematics is committed to producing teachers with a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, logic, and problem-solving skills. The programme blends theory with practical application to make mathematics engaging and relevant. Graduates are trained to teach mathematics effectively at the basic education level and foster analytical thinking in learners.

Philosophy

The philosophy of the NCE Mathematics is inspired by: The desire to help students become intellectually informed in mathematical ideas, notations and skills for logical reasoning, scientific enquiry and for the pursuit of techno-scientific education; and The need to produce non-graduates, well-groomed and professionally qualified teachers of mathematics for the Basic Education Levels.

Objectives of the Programme

The objectives of the programme are to:

  • Discuss with confidence the historical development of mathematics as a discipline.
  • Solve abstract problems using mathematic skills and ideas.
  • Stimulate pupils’ interests in mathematics using appropriate teaching/learning strategies particularly at the Basic education levels.
  • Make learners appreciate the use of computers in solving mathematical problems.
  • Use mathematics to solve day to day problems.
  • Teach mathematics in a way that learners can apply mathematics principles in solving daily problems.
  • Make the teaching of mathematics learner friendly through games and simulations.
  • Set up a mathematics laboratory.
  • Improvise materials for effective teaching/learning of mathematics.
  • To prepare the learners for further studies in mathematics and related courses.

Admission Requirements

  • A Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or G.C.E. ‘O’ Level with credits in 5 subjects including English Language and mathematics at not more than two sittings. Two of the credits must be relevant to the course the candidate wishes to offer.
  • All candidates wishing to be considered for admission must meet the requirements of an accredited body such as JAMB.
  • Candidate must pass RACOED screening tests and interviews.

NCE Year 1

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
MAT 111 Algebra 2 C
MAT 112 Trigonometry 1 C
MAT 113 History of Mathematics 1 C
MAT 114 Basic Statistics 1 C

Second Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
MAT 121 Differential Calculus 1 C
MAT 122 Co-ordinate Geometry 1 C
MAT 123 Maths. Methodology 1 C
MAT 124 Maths Lab. Practicals 1 C
MAT 125 Application of computer to mathematics 1 E

NCE Year 2

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
MAT 211 Integral Calculus 1 C
MAT 212 Problem solving 1 C
MAT 213 Vector analysis 1 C
MAT 214 Probability Theory 1 C

Second Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
MAT 221 Dynamics 1 E
MAT 222 Number Theory 1 E
MAT 223 Real Analysis 1 1 C
MAT 224 JSS contents Teaching 1 C
MAT 225 Research Methodology 1 E

NCE Year 3

First Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
EDU 311 Teaching Practice 6 C

Second Semester

Course Code Course Title Credit Status
MAT 321 Statics 1 E
MAT 322 Linear Algebra 1 C
MAT 323 Real Analysis II 1 E
MAT 324 Abstract Algebra 1 E
MAT 325 Differential Equations 1 C