courses
1000 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA (3 hours)
A study of fundamental concepts in basic mathematics, including fractions, factoring, graphing variables, inequalities, equations, real numbers, and functions, for students deficient in high school mathematics required for college admission. (Cannot be used for distribution requirement.) *Hours do not count towards 120 hours graduation requirement. (Offered only in Evening and Graduate Studies.)
1050 COLLEGE ALGEBRA (3 hours)
Arigorous and quick-paced study of the algebraic properties of the real numbers, including equations (linear and
quadratic) and inequalities, functions (polynomials, rational, exponential, and logarithmic), and systems of equations.
1100 MODERN MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
An introduction to mathematical models including topics such as graph theory, scheduling problems, linear programming, coding theory, voting techniques, symmetry and patterns, consumer finance models, and logic.
1105 CULTURAL MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
A study of how mathematical ideas play a role in non-traditional societies, to include graph theory, logic and set theory, symmetry and patterns, group theory, and game theory applied to areas such as religion, social relations, art, calendar modeling, and story telling aspects.
1110 TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
A study of selected topics from a cross-disciplinary perspective.
1120 SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS I (3 hours)
A broad study of number sense including set theory, logic, systems of numeration, number theory and the real number system, and basic algebra, graphs and functions. A student will not receive General Education credit in Math for both MATH 1120 and MATH 1100.
1121 SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS II (3 hours)
A broad study of patterns in math, including systems of equations, the metric system, intuitive geometry, modular arithmetic, probability
and statistics,. This course is required of Elementary Education majors and Middle School Math majors.
1132 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS (3 hours)
An introduction to elementary statistics, including topics such as normal distribution, histograms, mean, standard deviations, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing techniques.
1516 PRE-CALCULUS (3 hours)
A rigorous and quick-paced study of the structure and algebraic properties of the real numbers, including equations (linear and quadratic) and inequalities, functions (polynomials, rational, exponential, and logarithmic), systems of equations, and trigonometric functions (including angles, measurements, and right triangle trigonometry). Cannot be taken if credit has already been received for MATH 1801. This course is intended (and prerequisite) for those students who plan on taking either MATH 1701 or MATH 1801.
1601 PRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
A study of the foundations of modern mathematics, including concepts which may be taken from the areas of graph theory, combinatorics and counting techniques, topology (including non-Euclidean geometry), mathematical modeling, linear algebra, modern algebra, and number theory.
1701 APPLIED CALCULUS (3 hours)
This course will illustrate methods for solving problems typically encountered in the social, natural, and life sciences and in business.
Emphasis is on application rather than formal theory.
1801 CALCULUS (4 hours)
The application of derivatives, the integral calculus for polynomials, rational functions, elementary numerical methods, improper integrals,
and l'Hopital's Rule.
1802 INTERMEDIATE CALCULUS (4 hours)
An extension of techniques of integration, applications of the integral, a study of sequences and infinite series, including power series, Maclaurin series, and Taylor series, use of polar coordinates, and partial differentiation. Prerequisite: MATH 1801.
2535 HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
A historical integration of mathematical ideas, content, settings and biography, with particular attention to values of invention, creativity
and application, as well as the influence of classical mathematics on recent developments. Prerequisite: MATH 1801 or MATH
1701.
2602 INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING (3 hours)
The initial programming course, to include control structures, stepwise refinements, top down analysis, data types, file structures, string manipulation, and arrays. Prerequisite: MATH 1801 or MATH 1701.
2900 INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL PROOFS (3 hours)
An introduction to reading and writing mathematical proofs. Proof techniques and methods will be applied in areas that may include logic, sets, relations, functions, continuity, convergence, and countability arguments. Prerequisites: MATH 1801 or MATH 1701.
3501 LINEAR ALGEBRA (3 hours)
A study of the theory and applications of vector spaces, linear transformations, and matrices. Prerequisite: MATH 1801 or MATH 1701.
3515 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS (3 hours)
An introduction to numerical methods utilizing the computer, including the solution of a system of linear equations, solution of non-linear equations, numerical differentiation and integration. Prerequisites: MATH 2602.
3521 MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS (3 hours)
A study of the theory and applications of probability and statistics, including discrete and continuous probability models and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: MATH 1801.
3531 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS (3 hours)
A study of the methods of solution of ordinary differential equations, linear differential equations with constant coefficients, nonhomogenous equations, inverse differential operators and transforms. Prerequisite: MATH 1802.
3533 ABSTRACT ALGEBRA (3 hours)
A study of basic algebraic structures, including groups, rings, and fields. Prerequisite: MATH 2900 and MATH 3501.
3535 ADVANCED GEOMETRY (3 hours)
A study of synthetic Euclidean Geometry with special emphasis on the principles of duality and the non-rigid transformation such as homothetic, inversion, pole and polar, and projective. Prerequisite: MATH 2900.
3541 ADVANCED CALCULUS (3 hours)
Rigorous treatment of real numbers, elements of set theory, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration. Prerequisite: MATH 1802 and MATH 2900.
4101 MATHEMATICS SEMINAR (1-3 hours)
Reading, discussion, independent research and written reports on a topic selected by the department. Prerequisite:Permission of
Instructor.
4201 PRACTICUM IN MATHEMATICS (3 hours)
An application of theory and methods of specific areas of mathematics in a supervised field experience. Prerequisite: permission of Department Chairman.
4301 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MATHEMATICS (1-4 hours)
Self-directed study following a contractual plan initiated by the student and accepted by the staff. Prerequisite: permission of
Department Chairman.
4400 CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE (3 hours)
A capstone experience for advanced mathematics majors to integrate content learned in courses spanning the major, including analysis, synthesis and evaluation of learned knowledge, in a project having a professional focus and effective communication of the results of the study. Course requirements also include a satisfactory score on a major field achievement test. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Math Major.



