Mathematics, B.S.

Mathematics Faculty

Mathematics Program

Objectives for the Program in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics serves all students at the university. Mathematics majors receive a comprehensive foundation in abstract and applied mathematics as preparation for graduate school or a professional career. Minors in Mathematics receive the mathematical foundation needed for advanced work in their major field.

The department also provides non-majors with courses for their major or with courses for their General Education program.

Student Learning Outcomes

Develop effective thinking and communication skills

• Present information in a clear, precise and organized manner both verbally and in writing.
• Use and compare analytical, visual, and numerical perspectives in exploring mathematics.
• Recognize and make mathematically rigorous arguments.
• Approach mathematical problems with curiosity and creativity and persist in the face of difficulties.
• Work creatively and self-sufficiently with mathematics.

Learn to link applications and theory

• Understand and apply motivating examples that illustrate the ideas they are studying.
• Apply mathematical ideas to problems in those areas of study.
• See mathematical theory as useful and enlightening in both pure and applied contexts.
• Recognize and integrate connections between mathematical courses and theory.

Learn to use technological tools

• Use technology effectively, both as a tool for solving problems and exploring mathematical ideas.
• Use technology with increasing sophistication throughout a major curriculum.

Develop mathematical independence and experience open-ended inquiry

• Be able to explore mathematical ideas and problems beyond the classroom.
• Explore increasingly more difficult and open-ended questions.
• Speak and write about mathematics with increasing depth and sophistication.

Required General Education Courses

• CSC 1500 - Computer Science I 3 Credit(s)

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Mathematics Core Requirements

• MATH 1850 - Freshman Seminar in Mathematics 1 Credit(s)
• MATH 2300 - Calculus I 4 Credit(s) *
• MATH 2400 - Calculus II 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 2500 - Introduction to Mathematical Thought 3 Credit(s) *
• MATH 2550 - Symbolic Computational Mathematics 3 Credit(s)
• MATH 2600 - Linear Algebra 3 Credit(s)
• MATH 3350 - Multivariate Calculus 4 Credit(s)

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• DATA 2000 - Principles of Data Analysis 3 Credit(s) OR
• MATH 2800 - Introduction to Statistical Analysis 3 Credit(s)

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Additional Required Course

• MATH 3000 - Geometry 3 Credit(s) OR
• MATH 3200 - History of Mathematics 3 Credit(s)

Advanced Mathematics Courses

These courses are designed to give a breadth of knowledge in the three areas: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistical Modeling. These requirements also ensure a student has sufficient exposure to high level courses.

NOTES:

• Courses in more than one group can be counted only once
• With the approval of the Mathematics Department, MATH 4903  or MATH 4950   may be used as an Advanced course
• Pre-practicum and practicum courses for teaching licensure are not advanced mathematics courses

Additional Mathematics Elective Requirements

The following also must be completed with a minimum of 3 courses at the 4000-level.

• MATH 4000  OR MATH 4300  
• Must take three additional courses in one group (9 credits)
• Must take one additional course in each of the other two groups (6 credits)
• Must take two additional Advanced courses (6 credits)

Capstone Requirement

Choose ONE of the following (for a minimum of 3 credits):

• MATH 4600 - Capstone in Mathematics 3 Credit(s) *
• MATH 4950 - Internship 1-6 Credit(s) *

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• *MAJs for IHIP, PL, and QR General Education Requirements