The study of Mathematics provides not only the tools for understanding the
world but also preparation for exciting and varied careers. All branches of
research, actuarial science, engineering and medicine are just a few of the
areas that are today employing mathematicians.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Entering freshmen will usually take MATH 140; students needing additional
preparation may take MATH 110.
All mathematics majors must complete the following courses:
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
CS 170
|
Introduction to Scientific & Engineering Programming |
3
|
| MATH 140 |
Calculus I |
4 |
| MATH 141 |
Calculus II |
4 |
| MATH 220WI |
Mathematics & Reasoning |
3 |
| MATH 300 |
Calculus III |
4 |
| MATH 305 |
Mathematical Statistics |
3 |
| MATH 320 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
| MATH 331 |
Differential Equations |
3 |
| MATH 400SI |
History of Mathematics |
3 |
| MATH 430 |
Reading List |
2 |
| |
Total: |
32 |
Additional Requirements
- Choose two (2) from the following: CHEM 103-104, PHYS 150, PHYS 151 or PHYS
152
- Two (2) courses from MATH 307, 411, 412, 423
- One (1) course from MATH 306, 351, 354
- Six (6) additional credit hours in MATH courses numbered above 300
- A departmental examination in their senior year
MATHEMATICS CONCENTRATIONS
Mathematics majors may elect to add a concentration to their program.
Actuarial Science
A student who wants to prepare for a
career in actuarial science and to take the first two (2) actuarial examinations
should complete the requirements for a major in mathematics, including MATH 306
and MATH 354. Instead of taking the departmental examination, the student must
pass at least one actuarial examination.
Engineering Mathematics
Students interested in the
engineering mathematics concentration within the Department of Mathematics
should complete the requirements for a major in mathematics, including:
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| EE 340 |
Instrumentation Lab |
1 |
| EE 370 |
Circuit Analysis |
3 |
| ME 100 |
Engineering Orientation |
2 |
| ME 170 |
Engineering Graphics |
2 |
| ME 201 |
Mechanics, Statics |
3 |
| ME 300WS |
Technical Communication |
3 |
| ME 301 |
Mechanics, Dynamic |
3 |
| ME 322 |
Thermodynamics |
3 |
| PHYS 151/152 |
General Physics |
4/4 |
| PHYS 203 |
Intermediate Modern Physics |
4 |
|
Total: |
32 |
Students interested in Engineering Mathematics in the Dual Degree Program
should refer to the Engineering section of the
catalog.
MINOR REQUIREMENTS
There are two (2) minors in Mathematics – Mathematics and Applied
Mathematics. Students planning to attend graduate school in Engineering, Physics
or Chemistry are encouraged to pursue the minor in Mathematics due to the
theoretical nature of the mathematics they may encounter in graduate
school.
Mathematics Minor
Eighteen (18) semester
hours in mathematics courses, including:
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| MATH 220WI |
Mathematics & Reasoning |
3 |
| MATH 300 |
Calculus III |
4 |
| MATH 3xx |
At least six (6) additional hours in mathematics courses numbered
above 300 |
6 |
| MATH xxx |
Additional 5 credits in mathematics courses |
5 |
| |
Total: |
18 |
Applied Mathematics Minor
Eighteen (18) semester hours
in mathematics courses, including:
| Code |
Course |
Credit |
| MATH 300 |
Calculus III |
4 |
| MATH 320 |
Linear Algebra |
3 |
| MATH 331 |
Differential Equations |
3 |
| MATH 3xx |
At least three (3) additional hours in mathematics courses
numbered above 300 |
3 |
| MATH xxx |
Additional 5 credits in mathematics courses |
5 |
| |
Total: |
18 |
MATHEMATICS EDUCATION - SECONDARY
LEVEL
Students who plan to teach Mathematics on the secondary level should complete
the education minor after consulting with the School of Education early
in their academic careers to determine the specific requirements.