Professors R. Minton (Chair), Spielman; Associate Professor Lee; Assistant Professors Childers, Robbins, Saoub, Taylor; Teaching Associates Bauman, J. Minton, Staniunas
The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in mathematics requires the completion of 13 units of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. These units must include Math 122, 131, 201, 331, 361, 431, 491, Statistics 202, Computer Science 120, and four additional units in mathematics or statistics numbered 300-level or above (one of these units may be Computer Science 390, Physics 350, or Physics 432).
Minor in Mathematics
A minor in mathematics will require six units, including MATH 121, 122, 131, 201 and two additional units in mathematics or statistics. One of these additional units must be at the 200 level or above and the other must be at the 300 level or above.
101 Contemporary Mathematics
Please see description under INQ 241. The Intellectual Inquiry Curriculum was implemented beginning fall term, 2009. Students who completed this course in an earlier term should refer to the 2007-2009 academic catalog for the course description.
111 Mathematical Models for the Management Sciences
Theory and application of several mathematical models used in business and social sciences. Topics include matrices, linear programming, functions, limits, and derivatives. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(May not be taken if credit has been received for Mathematics 112 or higher.)
112 Concepts and Techniques of Calculus
Primarily for students of biology, business, economics, and the behavioral sciences. Topics include limits, differentiation and integration, optimization problems, numerous applications. (Credit cannot be received for both MATH 112 and 121.) (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
121 Calculus I
The analysis of limits, derivatives, integrals and their applications for functions of one variable. (Credit cannot be received for both MATH 112 and 121.) (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk; Laboratory: 1.5 hrs/wk.
122 Calculus II
The analysis of integrals, sequences and series, parametric equations and their applications for functions of one variable. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 1.5 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: MATH 121.
131 Discrete Mathematics
Set theory, number systems, formal logic, functions and relations, and an introduction to mathematical proofs. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: MATH 121.
201 Linear Algebra
Linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, linear mappings, determinants, quadratic forms, geometric applications. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: MATH 122.
271 Problem-Solving Seminar
An introduction to techniques for solving mathematical problems in a seminar format. In the fall, the focus is on Putnam exam problems from a variety of mathematical fields. In the spring, the focus is on modeling problems from a variety of real world situations. Class meets for 3 hours for 6 weeks. A maximum of one unit can be carried toward graduation. (1/4)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Pre-requisite: MATH 112 or higher.
306 Topology
Topological spaces, functions, mappings, connectedness, compactness, and metric spaces. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered on a rotating basis, not every year.)
Prerequisites: MATH 131 and 201.
321 Vector Calculus
The analysis of functions of several variables, double and triple integrals, line integrals, vector fields, and surface integrals. (1)
Prerequisite: MATH 122.
331 Differential Equations
Ordinary differential equations with applications. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: MATH 201 or permission.
361 Abstract Algebra
Axiomatic study of selected algebraic structures. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisites: MATH 131 and 201.
388 Topics in Mathematics
Special topics in Mathematics. (1)
(Offered on a rotating basis, not every year.)
Prerequisites: MATH 131 and 201 or permission.
402 Numerical Analysis
Numerical integration and differentiation, numerical methods in linear algebra, interpolation; error analysis, stability and conditioning. (1) (Cross-listed as CPSC 402)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered on a rotating basis, not every year.)
Prerequisites: MATH 201, MATH 122, CPSC 120.
405, 406, 407 Independent Study and Research
Selected topics in mathematics carried out under direction of a member of the department staff. (Enrollment with the approval of the department.) (1/2, 1, 1/2)
416 Internship
Field placement providing practical experience and training in areas in which mathematics is applied. These areas may include industry, government agencies, educational institutions, insurance companies, and a variety of private enterprises. (Permission of the department is required.) (1)
431 Real Analysis
The structure of the real number system; selected topics from metric spaces, continuity, differentiation, integration, sequences and series. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisites: MATH 131 and 122
481 Complex Analysis
The structure of the complex number system; analytic functions, conformal mappings and applications; the theory of complex integration. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered on a rotating basis, not every year.)
Prerequisite: MATH 122.
482 Applied Differential Equations
Series solutions of differential equations. Bessel functions, Legendre polynomials, Fourier series, partial differential equations, boundary value problems. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
(Offered on a rotating basis, not every year.)
Prerequisite: MATH 331.
491 Math Seminar
Advanced topics in pure and applied mathematics, presentation of math projects, topics in the history of math. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: MATH 361 and 431.
495, 496, 497 Honors Project
A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance.
Prerequisite: To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major, a student in his/her senior year or in the summer prior to the senior year, must work under the guidance of his/her committee. A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and department. A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. 495 Honors Project is prerequisite for 497 Honors Project. (1/2, 1, 1/2)