MATHEMATICS

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MATHEMATICS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Mathematics  

MATH 040 - Arithmetic Skill
Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
Designed for students who need review in basic computational skills. The course will deal with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and introductory geo-metry. The class will require independent student effort, and students will have to motivate themselves to attend help sessions when needed. (Not applicable toward baccalaureate degree.)


MATH 070 - Elem Algebra
Credits: 4.00
Fundamental concepts of algebra. This course is equivalent to first year high school algebra. Concepts include solving equations, graphing equations and inequalities, and solving systems of equations. (Not applicable toward baccalaureate degree.) Prerequisite: MATH 040 or equivalent.


MATH 095 - Algebraic Foundations
Credits: 4.00
This course examines fundametal concepts of algebra and is equivalent to second year high school algebra. Concepts include polynomial expressions and factoring, rational expressions, radical expressions, and quadratic expressions. (Not applicable toward a baccalaureate degree.) Prerequisite: MATH 070 or equivalent.


MATH 105 - Lotteries & Loans
Credits: 3.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
New Gen Ed-Quantitative Reason
This course is an introduction to certain areas of mathematics whose applications are important and whose study will help develop critical thinking skills. Two major topics are covered. One topic is the mathematics of finanace, or "loans," which includes borrowing, saving, mortgages, leases and amortization. The other topic is "lotteries," which includes the elementary counting techniques including permutations and combinations, finite sample space probability theory, and games of chance.


MATH 110 - MATH 110
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Topics of current interest to students and faculty.


MATH 111 - College Algebra
Credits: 4.00
Topics examined in this course include equations and inequalities in one variable, a careful treatment of the function concept, and an examination of the properties and applications of several important families of functions: polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic. Prerequisite: MATH 095 or equivalent.


MATH 112 - Precalculus
Credits: 4.00
In this course students experience a detailed treatment of exponential, logarithmic, trigonmetric and inverse trigonometric functions designed to prepare them for calculus. Prerequisite: MATH 111 or equivalent.


MATH 157 - Linear Math
Credits: 5.00
Matrices and linear systems, linear programing and applications to business and management. Simple and compound interest, present value, annuities and amortization. Prerequisite: MATH 095 or equivalent.


MATH 208 - Workshop
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
A workshop emphasizing exchange of ideas by students working in a specific area of mathematics or a related discipline. Sessions are scheduled in blocks of times where attendance is mandatory. Outside reading, papers, and/or projects may be expected as pre- and post-assignments to the workshop.


MATH 209 - Field Placement
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
A planned and supervised work experience involving mathematics at an introductory level, this course offers students an opportunity to examine career goals through a work experience with approved learning objectives.


MATH 210 - Selected Topics
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Topics of current interest to students and faculty.


MATH 211 - Found Elem Math I
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Introduction to basic concepts of elementary mathematics designed to initiate the building of an understanding and appreciation of the nature, structure, philosophy, and history of mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 095


MATH 212 - Found Elem Math II
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Introduction to basic concepts of elementary mathematics designed to initiate the building of an understanding and appreciation of the nature, structure, philosophy, and history of mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 095


MATH 213 - Found Elem Mth III
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Introduction to basic concepts of elementary mathematics designed to initiate the building of an understanding and appreciation of the nature, structure, philosophy, and history of mathematics. Prerequisite: MATH 095


MATH 241 - Survey Calculus
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
New Gen Ed-Quantitative Reason
(General Education: Language and Logic) An introductory look at the calculus of a small family of functions primarily those encountered in high school algebra. Both differentiation and integration will be discussed together with applications of each. Prerequisite: MATH 111 or equivalent.


MATH 247 - Discrete Mathematics
Credits: 4.00
This course provides an introduction to several topics from Discrete Mathematics, including mathematical induction, Boolean logic and set operations, counting theory (combinatorics), and graph theory. Prerequisite: Math 111 or equivalent.


MATH 251 - Calculus
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Topics from elementary real analysis, i.e., limit concept, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite sequences, series, multi-variate calculus and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 112 or the equivalent.


MATH 252 - Calculus
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Topics from elementary real analysis, i.e., limit concept, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite sequences, series, multi-variate calculus and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 251 or the equivalent.


MATH 253 - Calculus
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Topics from elementary real analysis, i.e., limit concept, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite sequences, series, multi-variate calculus and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 252 or the equivalent.


MATH 254 - Calculus
Credits: 4.00
Gen Ed-Language & Logic
Topics from elementary real analysis, i.e., limit concept, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite sequences, series, multi-variate calculus and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 253 or the equivalent.


MATH 261 - Linear Algebra
Credits: 3.00
This is the first course of a two-course sequence that examines the fundamental topics in linear algebra. Topics for the first course typically include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, and Euclidean n-space. Applications are discussed throughout the course. Prerequisiste: MATH 252.


MATH 262 - Linear Algebra
Credits: 3.00
This course is a continuation of the study of linear algebra started in Math 261. Topics for the second course typically include general vector spaces, dimension, inner product, linear transformations, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. Applications are discussed throughout the course. Prerequisite: MATH 261


MATH 310 - Selected Topics
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Topics of current interest to students and faculty.


MATH 311 - Elementary Analysis
Credits: 4.00
This course is an introduction to the theory of mathematical analysis on the real numbers. Topics covered include completeness, convergence of sequences and series and continuity. The focus is on developing skill with analytical arguments in the context of theory development. Prerequisite: MATH 261
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 321 - Differential Equations
Credits: 5.00
This course examines techniques of solution for ordinary differential equations including first order differential equations, linear differential equations of higher order, operator methods, LaPlace transforms, numerical methods, series solutions, and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 252
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 322 - Fourier Analysis
Credits: 3.00
A first course in Fourier analysis includes an introduction to orthogonal functions, Fourier series, Fourier transforms, Dirichlet's theorem, the Fourier integral, Bessel's inequality, and Parseval's theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 321
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 337 - Modern Geometry
Credits: 4.00
(Writing Intensive) A consideration of Euclid's parallel postulate and an introduction to non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisite: MATH 251 and 252.
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 347 - Adv Top Discrete Math
Credits: 4.00
This course provides an introduction to set theory, relations, graph theory, analysis of algorithms, and enumeration. Prerequisite: MATH 252
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 358 - Numerical Analysis
Credits: 3.00
In this course students examine numerical techniques for solutions of equations, series, integration, differentiation and matrices. Error analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 253
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 382 - Structure of Number Systems
Credits: 4.00
In this course students proceed through an axiomatic construction of the real number system beginning with Peano's Postulates. Topics include relations, functions, induction, methods of proof and ideas from groups, rings, fields and real analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 253
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman


MATH 405 - Reading and Conf. (Arranged)
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 407 - Seminar/Capstone (arranged)
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 408 - Workshop
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 409 - Field Placement
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
A planned and supervised work experience involving mathematics at an advanced level, this course offers students an opportunity to examine career goals through a work experience with approved learning objectives.
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 410 - Selected Topics
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 415 - Real Analysis
Credits: 4.00
This course is a careful examination of the calculus of functions of a single variable. Topics include limits, sequences, continuity, the derivative and the Riemann integral. Prerequisite: MATH 382
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 417 - Complex Variable
Credits: 3.00
An introduction to analytic functions, elementary functions, infinite series with complex terms and integration in the complex domain. Prerequisite: MATH 253.
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 447 - Abstract Algebra
Credits: 4.00
(Writing Intensive) An introduction to modern algebra including the study of groups, rings, and fields. Development of proof techniques and understanding axiomatic methods are also important parts of this course. Prerequisite: MATH 382
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 452 - Operations Research
Credits: 4.00
(Writing Intensive) In this course, students examine linear optimization methods in mathematics. Topics include linear programming models, solution techniques, and sensitivity analysis. Prerequisite: MATH 252 and 261
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 453 - Operations Research
Credits: 4.00
(Writing Intensive) In this course, students examine nonlinear optimization methods in mathematics. Topics include dynamic programming, integer programming, nonlinear programming, queuing models, and inventory models. Prerequisite: STAT 315, 316, and Math 254.
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 461 - Probability & Statistics
Credits: 4.00
In this course, students examine the foundation of elementary probability theory and statistics in both the discrete and continous cases. Topics include probability density functions, moments and moment generating functions, random variables, samples and sampling distributions, estimation of parameters, and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 253, STAT 315
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 462 - Applied Regression Analysis
Credits: 4.00
(Writing Intensive) An introduction to statistical methods in regression and analysis of variance through the unifying theme of the general linear model Prerequisite: STAT 315, 316; and MATH 262.
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Freshman
Sophomore


MATH 501 - Research (arranged)
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Denied Adm Undergraduate
Non-Admitted Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Graduate
Non-Admitted Graduate
Post-Baccalaureate


MATH 505 - Reading and Conf (arranged)
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Denied Adm Undergraduate
Non-Admitted Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Graduate
Non-Admitted Graduate
Post-Baccalaureate


MATH 507 - Seminar
Credits: 1.00 to 15.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Denied Adm Undergraduate
Non-Admitted Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Graduate
Non-Admitted Graduate
Post-Baccalaureate


MATH 708 - Workshop
Credits: 1.00 to 6.00
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Denied Adm Undergraduate
Non-Admitted Undergraduate
Undergraduate

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