Mathematics
MATH 090 -
Introductory Algebra
3
This course is designed to prepare students to be successful
in algebra at the university level. This is a course in introductory algebra
for those students who have never had high school algebra or the student who
needs to brush up on concepts. Pre-requisite: Placement test. Credits not applicable
to graduation or general education requirement. Fall, Spring
MATH 102 -
Intermediate Algebra
3
Properties of the real number system, factoring, linear and
quadratic equations, functions, polynomial and rational expressions, inequalities,
systems of equations, exponents, and radicals. Pre-requisite: Placement test
or MATH - 090. Will not apply toward general education mathematics requirement.
Fall, Spring
MATH 103 -
College Algebra
4
A first course in college level mathematics for students who
have completed two years of high school algebra or the equivalent. Function
notation, graphing, linear and quadratic functions, radicals, exponents, logarithmic
function, exponential function, system of equations. It is designed for those
who plan to take calculus or other courses where college algebra and trigonometry
are needed. Pre-requisite: Placement test or MATH 102 - Intermediate Algebra
or equivalent. Fall, Spring
MATH 105 -
Trigonometry
2
Angle measure, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions,
trigonometric identities and equations, polar coordinates, applications. Pre-requisite:
Placement test or MATH 103 - College Algebra or equivalent. Fall, Spring
MATH 107 -
Pre-Calculus
4
The study of relations and functions, and in particular, the
study of logarithmic, exponential, circular, and polynomial functions. Also
included will be absolute value and inequality, set theory, and trigonometry.
Use of graphic calculator will be required. Pre-requisite: Placement test. Fall
MATH 110 -
Liberal Arts Mathematics
3
Covers contemporary topics in mathematics and their applications
to other disciplines. Topics are chosen from set theory, logic, statistics,
combinations and permutations, probability, and problem solving. Intended for
students who do not intend to take additional courses in mathematics. Spring
MATH 146 -
Applied Calculus I
3
An introduction to differential and integral calculus. A course
in calculus for business and other non-mathematics majors and minors. Pre-requisite:
Placement test or MATH 103 - College Algebra or equivalent. Fall, Spring
MATH 165 -
Calculus I
4
Limits, continuity, differentiation, applications of derivative,
integration. Pre-requisite: Placement test or MATH 103 - College Algebra and MATH 105 - College Trigonometry or MATH 107 - Pre-Calculus, or equivalent.
Fall, Spring
MATH 166 -
Calculus II
4
Applications of integration, methods of integration, transcendental
functions, indeterminant forms, L'Hopital's rule, numerical methods. Pre-requisite:
MATH 165 - Calculus I. Fall, Spring
MATH 208 -
Discrete Mathematics
2
Gives an overview of discrete math, concentrating on such
areas as graph theory, combinatorics, relations and functions, and mathematical
induction. The course is designed to stimulate mathematical investigation and
discovery in these areas rather than provide comprehensive coverage of them.
This course is helpful to students in computer science as well as those in mathematics.
Pre-requisite: MATH 103 - College Algebra. Offered on demand
MATH 240 -
Introduction to Logic
1
Boolean algebra, truth tables, direct and indirect proofs.
Offered on demand
MATH 250 -
Mathematics and Computer Science Practicum
1
Does not meet as a class but encourages student participation
in Computer Science Club and related events. Students may repeat the course
four times of which two credits will count toward the major or minor and the
other two credits as general studies. Pre-requisite: Admission by consent of
the Mathematics and Computer Science Department. Offered on demand. S/U grading
only.
MATH 265 - Calculus
III
4
Sequences, series, conics, polar coordinates, calculus of
several variables. Pre-requisite: MATH 166 - Calculus II. Fall
MATH 266 -
Introduction to Differential Equations
3
First order differential equations, differential operators,
inverse differential operators, LaPlace Transforms, applications. Pre-requisite:
MATH 265 -
Calculus III or consent of the instructor. Spring
MATH 277 -
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers
3
A mathematics content course for prospective elementary school
teachers. Topics include problem solving, sets, functions, number systems, number
bases other than ten, elementary number theory, and proportional reasoning.
Calculators, computers and manipulatives are used in the course. Pre-requisite:
MATH 103 - College Algebra. Fall
MATH 305 -
Probability and Statistics
4
Introductory statistics for students with a limited mathematics
background. Topics include measures of central tendency, regression, correlation,
probability, discrete and continuous random variables, sampling, estimation,
hypothesis testing, and test of significance. Pre-requisite: MATH 102 -
Intermediate Algebra or equivalent. Fall, Spring
MATH 326 -
Abstract Algebra
4
An introduction to abstract algebraic systems. Introduction
to groups, rings, fields, isomorphisms, homomorphisms. Pre-requisite: MATH 166
- Calculus II. Fall
MATH 327 -
Linear Algebra
4
Matrices, vector spaces, subspaces, linear transformations.
Pre-requisite: MATH 166 -
Calculus II. Spring
MATH 338 -
Techniques of Teaching Euclidean Geometry
2
An overview of euclidean geometry treated from a mathematical
point of view. Topics include congruence, similarity, circles, parallelism,
and proofs. Recommended for prospective high school teachers, junior high teachers
and teachers of upper elementary grades. Pre-requisite: MATH 165 - Calculus I. Fall
MATH 339 -
Topics in Geometry
2
Foundations of geometry, axiomatic systems, neutral geometry,
parallel postulates, non-euclidean geometry, euclidean geometry, nine-point
circle. Pre-requisites: MATH 165 - Calculus I or consent of instructor. Spring, even numbered
years
MATH 380 -
Linear Programming
3
An introductory course in theoretical and applied linear programming.
Includes the use of linear programming packages. Pre-requisite: MATH 103 - College Algebra. Offered on
demand
MATH 411 -
Introduction to Real Analysis
4
Theoretical development of topics from calculus. Functions,
limits, continuity, sequences, series, convergence. Proofs of theorems. Topics
covered are useful for secondary teachers and also provide a good background
for graduate study in mathematics. Pre-requisite: MATH 265 - Calculus III and MATH 326 - Abstract Algebra. Fall
MATH 425 -
Mathematical Statistics
4
Introduction to probability, permutations, combinations, discrete
and continuous random variables, moment generating function, sampling distributions.
Pre-requisite: MATH 166 - Calculus II or equivalent. Fall
MATH 430 -
History of Mathematics
2
Development of mathematics from its earliest beginnings to
the present day. Problems from each era are included. Axiomatic system is developed.
Pre-requisite: MATH 165 - Calculus I or consent of department chair. Offered on demand
MATH 436 -
Theory of Numbers
3
Positive integers and divisibility properties. Unique factorization,
theory of congruences, diophantine equations. Pre-requisite: MATH 166 - Calculus II. Offered on demand
MATH 291, 491 - Mathematics
Seminar
1-6
This course is designed for the exploration of specific topics which are not covered in regularly scheduled course work.
MATH 292, 492 - Experimental
Course
1-6
A new course not listed in the catalog that has the potential for being added to the curriculum.
MATH 293, 493 - Peer
Tutoring
1-6
Students may earn credits by offering their services to other students by assisting them with their studies as an academic tutor. Tutors are needed every semester in almost all academic areas. Interested students should contact Student Support Services (second floor) May Hall, room 211, for specific information. (Maximum eight credits may be applied to graduation.)
MATH 294, 494 - Independent
Study, Undergraduate Research
1-6
INDEPENDENT STUDY: An individualized study not listed as a regular course in the University catalog. Content, etc., to be determined by instructor and student. Requires approval by department chair.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH: Research topic must be approved prior to registration by instructor. Written analysis of research activities required at end of semester. Requires approval by department chair.
MATH 295, 495 - Service
Learning
1-6
Credits may be granted for extra-curricular activities for which there is a direct connection and correlation between the activity and the academic objectives of a specific course in the University catalog. The appropriateness of the activity and subsequently awarding of academic credit will be at the discretion of the appropriate departmental chair.
MATH 296, 496 - Study
Tours
1-6
Provides students the opportunity to make an extensive trip to a location either inside or outside the United States, which will subsequently provide the student with life experiences that relate directly to a specific academic discipline. Not available in all departments. Available at departmental and discipline discretion only.
MATH 297, 497 - Mathematics
Internship, Externship, Cooperative Education 1-12
Students will be placed in an off-campus company or agency which will provide the student with specific activities that will demonstrate the correlation between academic study and an actual work experience. The number of credits will be determined by the length of the internship and the hours worked.
MATH 299, 499 - Special
Topics, Readings
1-6
SPECIAL TOPICS: A uniquely-designed advanced topics course within a specific discipline. Course content and other related academic requirements to be determined by the instructor.
READINGS: Readings in educational and various specific professional publications and journals related to a specific academic discipline.