Mathematics

Courses

103
Applied Mathematics
4 credits
Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

This is an entry-level course appropriate for most college students that emphasizes mathematical reasoning in everyday experiences. The geometry unit deals with form, growth, size, and patterns found in living populations and created art. The mathematics of social choice studies techniques of decision-making, voting, and optimizing alternatives. Operations research discusses algorithms for scheduling, planning, and creating networks. Standard statistical measures also are studied and interpreted. This course is designed for any student who does not need the technical vocabulary of trigonometry or analytic geometry. A student may not receive credit for Applied Mathematics after receiving credit for any course numbered 112 or above.

Prerequisite: Departmental placement exam or satisfactory performance in GNRL 070 Computational Skills.
104
Principles of Modern Mathematics
4 credits
Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

An introduction to set theory, problem-solving, geometry, algebra, probability and statistics, with selected applications for each. The course satisfies teacher certification requirements.

Prerequisite: Departmental placement exam or satisfactory performance in GNRL 070 Computational Skills.
105
Functions, Graphs, and Analysis
4 credits
Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

A study of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, and exponential functions and their applications. The nature of functions, equation-solving, solution estimation, graphing, and mathematical modeling will be emphasized. A student may not receive credit for Functions, Graphs and Analysis after receiving credit for any other course numbered 112 or above.

Prerequisite: Placement exam or GNRL 070 Computational Skills.
106
Elementary Statistics
4 credits
Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

Methods of determining averages, variability, and correlation, and of testing the significance of the statistics, prediction, and distribution-free statistics. A student may not receive credit for Elementary Statistics after receiving credit for any other statistics course.

Prerequisite: Placement exam or GNRL 070 Computational Skills.
107
Finite Mathematics
4 credits
Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

The main topics covered are Boolean algebra, logic, sets, graph theory, combinatorics, number systems, probability, coding, information theory, recurrence relations, and algorithms. This course cannot be taken for credit after MATH 121.

Prerequisite: Placement exam or GNRL 070 Computational Skills.
112
Calculus I
4 credits
Instructor: Chell, Klyve, Snavely, Wheeler, Tou, Trautwein

A study of coordinate systems; straight lines and conic sections; theory of limits; differentiations of algebraic functions; applications to slopes and curves; and maxima and minima.

Prerequisite: Departmental placement exam or Math 105.
113
Calculus II
4 credits
Instructor: Chell, Klyve, Snavely, Wheeler, Trautwein, Tou

A study of transcendental functions, infinite series, mean-value theorem, polar coordinates, integration, and application of integration. Students completing this course with a grade of C or better will be awarded credit for MATH 112.

Prerequisite: Math 112 with "C" or better or departmental approval.
121
Discrete Structures
4 credits
Instructor: Chell, Klyve, Snavely, Wheeler, Trautwein, Tou

A study of logic, proofs, and sets; graphs, digraphs, trees, colorings, and traversal; permutations and combinations; binomial coefficients; and recurrence relations.

Prerequisite: Math 112 or departmental approval.
200
Linear Algebra
4 credits
Instructor: Trautwein

An examination of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, transformations, and eigensystems.

Prerequisite: Math 113.
205
Modern Geometry
4 credits
Instructor: Wheeler, Tou, Trautwein

An introduction to the branches of geometry including plane, solid, higher dimensional, fractal, transformational, non-Euclidean, and combinatorial.

Prerequisite: Math 112.
212
Multivariate Calculus
4 credits
Instructor: Tou, Trautwein

A study of curvilinear motions, solid analytic geometry, vectors, partial derivatives, and multiple integration. Students completing this course with a grade of C or better will be awarded credit for MATH 112 and 113 if not previously taken.

Prerequisite: Math 113 or departmental approval.
222
Differential Equations
4 credits
Instructor: Snavely, Wheeler

A study of common types of ordinary differential equations, their solutions and applications, singular solutions, and an introduction to mathematical modeling.

Prerequisite: Math 113.
230
Mathematics of Actuarial Science
4 credits
Instructor: Snavely

Course Description: This course is designed to help students prepare for a career in the actuarial sciences, and to help students learn material covered on the first actuarial examination. Topics will include limits, series, sequences, derivatives of single and multivariate functions, integrals of single and multivariate functions, general probability, Bayes' Theorem, univariate probability distributions, and multivariate probability distributions.

    Prerequisite: Math 113, Math 121
    271
    Topics in Mathematics
    1-4 credits
    Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

    A course of variable content for lower-level students. Recent topic offerings have included logic, problem solving, and actuarial science. Topics will not duplicate material covered in other courses.

    303
    Theory of Probability
    4 credits
    Instructor: Wheeler, Snavely

    An introduction to discrete probability including combinations and permutations; conditional probability and independence; random variables; and expectation.

    Prerequisite: Math 113.
    304
    Theory of Statistics
    4 credits
    Instructor: Klingenberg

    Data collection and analysis; continuous and discrete distributions; Central Limit Theorem; sampling theory; confidence intervals and estimation theory; regression analysis and correlation including multiple linear regression models and hypothesis testing and confidence intervals in regression models; chi-square test of independence and other non-parametric statistical tests; time series models and forecasting, linear time series models, moving average and autoregressive models, estimation, data analysis, index numbers, and forecasting with time series models, forecasting errors and confidence intervals, and application of statistics to significant real-world data. This course carries VEE credit for actuaries.

    Prerequisite: Math 113.
    307
    Engineering Mathematics
    4 credits
    Instructor: Wheeler

    A study of differential equations, partial differential equations, multiple integration, Laplace transforms, Fourier transforms, and vector analysis. Most spring semesters.

    Prerequisite: Math 306.
    309
    Real Analysis
    4 credits
    Instructor: Snavely

    Fundamental concepts of analysis, limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration. Major topics include the real number system, sequences, series, the Riemann integral, and the Generalized Riemann integral.

    Prerequisite: Math 200 or instructor approval.
    310
    Complex Variables
    4 credits
    Instructor: Snavely

    A continuation of Mathematics 309, this course is an introduction to complex analysis, including the Cauchy-Riemann Equations, Cauchy's Theorem, residue theory, and conformal mapping.

    Prerequisite: Math 200 or instructor approval.
    311
    Introduction to Topology
    4 credits
    Instructor: Trautwein

    This course will serve as an introduction to the topology of Euclidean spaces and manifolds, with an emphasis on basic sets (disks, spheres, annuli, Cantor sets) in lower dimensional space. Continuous maps, homeomorphisms, and embeddings will be studied in conjunction with connectedness and paths, convergence and compactness, manifolds, homotopy, contractible sets, the Brouwer fixed-point theorem, and covering spaces. At the end of the course, each student will complete an individual project based on a research article that examines one of the major areas (e.g. physical knot theory) in the modern study of topology.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113: Calculus II
    322
    Abstract Algebra I
    4 credits
    Instructor: Chell, Klyve, Tou, Trautwein

    A study of groups, Lagrange's theorem, normal subgroups, fields, rings, integral domains, subrings, ideals, and vector spaces.

    Prerequisite: Math 200.
    323
    Abstract Algebra II
    4 credits
    Instructor: Chell, Klyve, Tou, Trautwein

    A continuation of Abstract Algebra I, concentrating on topics in ring theory and field theory, including applications. Specially arranged, odd numbered years.

    Prerequisite: Math 322.
    330
    Number Theory
    4 credits
    Instructor: Staff
    This course will consist of a survey of the elementary arithmetic of the integers, including prime numbers and divisibility, factorization, congruences, diophantine equations, arithmetic functions, and cryptology. The focus will be on understanding and communicating number theoretic concepts through examples and written proofs. Additionally, elementary programming in a number-theoretic programming language (PARI/gp) will be taught and used in the exploration and solving of problems. Attention will also be given to the historical study of important problems.
    Prerequisite: MATH 113
    420
    Methods and Materials in Teaching Mathematics
    4 credits
    Instructor: D. King

    A study of teaching methods and instructional materials in mathematics. Special attention is given to the selection and organization of subject matter and learning activities. Field work required.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program and to be nearly completed with the major.
    430
    Senior Research
    4 credits
    Instructor: Snavely

    Students will engage in mathematics research. Technical oral and written communication skills will be emphasized. Students will produce a high-quality senior thesis as part of this course.

    Prerequisite: Math 113 Calculus II and junior standing.
    450
    Independent Study
    2-4 credits
    Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

    Independent study in a topic of interest in mathematics which does not duplicate any other course in the regular course offerings.

    Prerequisite: Math 113 and instructor approval.
    471
    Topics in Mathematics
    1-4 credits
    Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

    An examination of topics such as topology, number theory, dynamical systems, game theory, history of mathematics, and logic.

    Prerequisite: Math 113 and instructor approval.
    490
    Research in Mathematics
    2-4 credits
    Instructor: All Mathematics Faculty

    An opportunity to conduct research in mathematics, culminating in a research paper.

    Prerequisite: Math 113 and instructor approval.