MATH 040
PRE-ALGEBRA 3
u
A course for students who need a review of basic mathematics or who lack the computational skills required for
success in algebra and other University courses. Topics
include fractions, decimals, percent, descriptive statistics,
English and metric units of measure, and measures of geometric
figures. Emphasis is on applications. A brief introduction to
algebra is included at the end of the course. This course does
count toward the semester credit load and will be computed
into the grade point average. It will not be included in the
120 units required for graduation. It may be taken for a
conventional grade or on a satisfactory/no credit basis. Not
available to students who have satisfied the University
Proficiency requirement in mathematics.
Unreq: MATH 140 or
MATH 141
MATH 041 BEGINNING
ALGEBRA 4
u
A course for those who have a sound background in
basic arithmetic, but who have not been exposed to algebra, or
who need to strengthen their basic algebra skills. Topics
include properties of the real numbers, linear and quadratic
equations, linear inequalities, exponents, polynomials,
rational expressions, the straight line, and systems of linear
equations. The course counts towards the semester credit load
and will be computed into the grade point average. It will
not, however, be included in the units necessary for
graduation. It may be taken for a conventional grade or on a
satisfactory/no credit basis.
Prereq: MATH 040 or
equivalent demonstration of capability. Students cannot
receive credit for MATH 041 if they have been waived from the
Mathematics Proficiency Requirement. Not available to students
who have satisfied the University Proficiency requirement in
mathematics.
Unreq: MATH 140 or 760 141.
MATH 140 MATHEMATICAL
IDEAS
(Proficiency)
3 u
Designed to give students a broad understanding
and appreciation of mathematics. Includes topics not usually
covered in a traditional algebra course. Topics encompass some
algebra, problem solving, counting principles, probability,
statistics, and consumer mathematics. This course is designed
to meet the University Proficiency Requirement in mathematics
for those students who do not wish to take any course which
has MATH 141 as a prerequisite.
Prereq: Satisfactory
completion of MATH 041, with a grade of C or better, or
demonstration of equivalent capability. This course cannot be
taken for credit after completing any mathematics course above
141.
MATH 141 INTERMEDIATE
ALGEBRA
(Proficiency)
4 u
Introduction to college algebra. Topics and
concepts extend beyond those taught in a beginning algebra
course. A proficiency course for those who have not had
sufficient preparation in high school to allow them to take
MATH 143 or MATH 152. Students may not take for credit any
course for which they have received a waiver, nor may they
take for credit any course in the same department that is a
prerequisite for a course that has been waived (e.g., if a
student has been waived from Math 143, he may not take Math
141 for credit).
Prereq: Satisfactory completion of MATH
041 with a grade of C or better, or demonstration of
equivalent capability.
Unreq: MATH 140
MATH 143 FINITE
MATHEMATICS FOR BUSINESS AND SOCIAL
SCIENCES
GM 3
u
Mathematical preparation for the understanding of
various quantitative methods in modern management and social
sciences. Topics included are sets, relations, linear
functions, interest, annuities, matrix theory, the solution of
linear systems by the graphical, algebraic, Gauss-Jordan, and
inverse methods, linear programming by graphical and simplex
methods, counting and probability, and decision theory.
College of Business and Economics majors must take this course
on a conventional grade basis.
Prereq: Waiver of or a
grade of C or better in MATH 141.
MATH 148 MATHEMATICS FOR THE
ELEMENTARY TEACHER I
GM 3
u
A study of sets, whole numbers, fundamental
operations of arithmetic, fundamental algorithms and
structural properties of arithmetic, fractions, problem
solving and introduction to inductive and deductive logic
stressing the structure of mathematics. All students will
prepare a mathematics based activity and present it at an area
elementary school. For elementary education prekindergarten-6
and elementary education elementary/middle school emphasis
students.
Prereq: A grade of C or better in MATH 141 or a waiver from the university mathematics
proficiency requirement.
MATH 149 MATHEMATICS FOR
THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER
II 3 u
Topics in probability and statistics, with emphasis on descriptive techniques. Investigations in geometric figures, measurement, construction, transformations, congruent and similar geometric figures. Problem solving strategies, manipulatives, and cooperative learning activities are emphasized throughout the course. All students will prepare a mathematics based activity and present it at an area elementary school.
Prereq: MATH 148 with a grade of C or better.
MATH 152 ELEMENTARY
FUNCTIONS
GM 5
u
Review of algebraic functions, inequalities,
mathematical induction, theory of equations, exponential and
logarithmic functions, circular functions, trigonometric
identities and equations, inverse trigonometric functions,
solution of triangles.
Prereq: Waiver of or a grade of C
or better in MATH 141.
MATH 177 THE LOGIC OF
CHESS 1 u
A study of logic particularly as it is used in the game of
chess and, most particularly, in chess strategy and the end
game of chess. The rules are taught to those who are not
already acquainted with the game.
Prereq: Fulfillment of
University Proficiency requirement in mathematics.
MATH 230 INTRODUCTORY
STATISTICS
GM
3 u
A pre-calculus course in statistics. Descriptive
statistics, probability distributions, prediction, hypothesis
testing, correlation, and regression. This course does not
count towards a mathematics major or minor in either liberal
arts or secondary education or towards a mathematics minor in
elementary education. This course may not be taken for credit
if credit has been or is being earned in any other statistics
course.
Prereq: Waiver or a grade of C or better in MATH
141.
Unreq: Any other statistics course.
MATH 231 UNDERSTANDING
PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS
GM 3
u
A pre-calculus course in probability and statistics.
Descriptive statistics, classical probability, probability
distributions, prediction, parametric and nonparametric
hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and use of some
statistical software. This course does not count towards a
mathematics major or minor in liberal arts or towards a
mathematics major in secondary education. This course may not
be taken for credit if credit has been or is being earned in
any other statistics course.
Prereq: Completion, with a
grade of C or better, of either MATH 143 or MATH 152.
Unreq:
Any other statistics course.
MATH 243 SHORT CALCULUS
FOR BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
GM 3
u
A general survey of the Calculus. Topics covered
include limits, differentiation, max-min theory, exponential
and logarithmic functions, integration and functions of
several variables. As in MATH 143, business and social science
applications are stressed. College of Business and Economics
majors must take this course on a conventional grade basis.
Prereq: Completion with a grade of C or better in either
of the courses MATH 143 or MATH 152.
Unreq: MATH 250. Students
should check with their major department for advice on whether
to take MATH 243 or MATH 250.
MATH 250 APPLIED CALCULUS
SURVEY FOR BUSINESS AND THE SOCIAL SCIENCES
GM 5
u
An applied calculus course covering elementary
analytic geometry, limits, differentiation, max-min theory,
transcendental functions, integration, functions of several
variables, and elementary differential equations. Some
computer topics may be included. College of Business and
Economics majors must take this course on a conventional grade
basis.
Prereq: MATH 143, with a grade of C or
better, or equivalent preparation as determined by the
Mathematics Department.
Unreq: MATH 243, MATH 253.
MATH 253 CALCULUS AND
ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I
GM 5
u
Review of algebraic and trigonometric functions,
transcendental functions, limits, study of the derivative,
techniques of differentiation, continuity, applications of the
derivative, L' Hospital's Rule and indeterminate forms, the
Riemann integral, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus,
substitution rule. Conventional grade basis only if
course is required in the College of Business for major.
Prereq: MATH 152 or equivalent high school preparation as
determined by the Mathematics Department.
Unreq: MATH 243 and
MATH 250.
MATH 254 CALCULUS AND
ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II 5
u
Techniques of integration, applications of the
integral, introduction to differential equations, polar
coordinates and conic sections, infinite sequences and series.
This course includes a writing component.
Prereq: MATH 250
with a grade of B or better, or MATH 253.
MATH 255 CALCULUS AND
ANALYTIC GEOMETRY
III 3 u
Solid analytic geometry, vectors and vector functions,
functions of several variables, multiple integrals and their
applications.
Prereq: MATH 254.
MATH 280 DISCRETE
MATHEMATICS 3
u
This course will supply a thorough grounding in the
mathematical topics which are central to the study of computer
science, and which form the basis for many modern applications
of mathematics to the social sciences. Topics covered will
include sets, logic, Boolean algebra and switching circuits,
combinatorics, probability, graphs, trees, recursion, and
algorithm analysis. Expressing mathematical ideas and writing
proofs will be emphasized.
Prereq: MATH 250 with a grade
of C or better, or MATH 253.
MATH 301 INTRODUCTION TO
ANALYSIS 3
u
The main emphasis of this course is to introduce
students to mathematical proofs. Students will learn to read
and write proofs in mathematics by writing proofs of theorems
about limits, sets of real numbers, and continuous functions.
If time permits, other topics may include derivative and
integration theorems, theory of open and closed sets, and
cardinality of sets.
Prereq: MATH 255 and MATH 280
MATH 342/542 APPLIED
STATISTICS 3
u
This course will cover the basics of statistical
testing, regression analysis, experimental design, analysis of
variance, and the use of computers to analyze statistical
problems.
Prereq: MATH 253 or MATH 250 or consent of instructor.
Unreq: ECON 245.
MATH 352 INFINITE PROCESSES FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER 3
u
This course is primarily for pre-service elementary and middle school teachers.
Students will be introduced to the concepts of calculus, which include infinite
processes, limits, and continuity. In addition, derivatives and integrals, and
their relationship to area and change, will be covered.
Prereq: MATH 152
MATH 353 COLLEGE
GEOMETRY 5
u
The topics included in this course are foundations
of Euclidean geometry, Euclidean transformational geometry,
modern synthetic geometry that builds on Euclidean geometry,
selected finite geometries, and an introduction to
non-Euclidean and projective geometry, including their
relationship to Euclidean geometry. Although the course is
adapted to the prospective teacher of geometry, it will also
meet the needs of those in other majors needing a background
in geometry. Standards and guidelines of appropriate national
and local bodies will be implemented.
Prereq: MATH 253 and
MATH 280 or consent of instructor.
MATH 355/555 MATRICES AND
LINEAR ALGEBRA
3 u
Systems of linear equations, matrices and
determinants, finite dimensional vector spaces, linear
dependence, bases, dimension, linear mappings, orthogonal
bases, and eigenvector theory. Applications stressed
throughout.
Prereq: MATH 250 or MATH 253.
MATH 359 MATHEMATICAL MODELING
&
STATISTICS 3
u
An introduction to mathematical modeling and
descriptive statistics. Students will develop the basic skills
of formulation, simplification, and analysis of mathematical
models for describing and predicting physical phenomena. The
basic tools of descriptive statistics will also be introduced;
the use of descriptive statistics in formulating and
interpreting mathematical models will be emphasized.
Prereq: MATH 255 or consent of instructor.
MATH 361 DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS 3
u
Ordinary differential equations: general theory of
linear equations, special methods for nonlinear equations
including qualitative analysis and stability, power series and
numerical methods, and systems of equations. Additional topics
may include transformation methods and boundary value
problems. Applications stressed throughout.
Prereq: MATH
255.
MATH 370/570 PROBLEM SOLVING FOR THE
ELEMENTARY TEACHER 3 u
This course is primarily for pre-service elementary and middle school teachers.
Students will learn a variety of problem solving strategies applicable in
elementary and middle school. The applications will cover many different
areas of mathematics.
Prereq: MATH
149.
MATH 375/575 DEVELOPMENT
OF MATHEMATICS
3 u
A study of the development of mathematical
notation and ideas from prehistoric times to the present.
Periods and topics will be chosen corresponding to the
backgrounds and interests of the students.
Prereq: MATH
152 or consent of instructor.
MATH 415/615 MODERN
ALGEBRA AND NUMBER THEORY FOR THE ELEMENTARY
TEACHER 3 u
An introduction to modern algebra with special
emphasis on the number systems and algorithms which underlie
the mathematics curriculum of the elementary school. Topics
from logic, sets, algebraic structures, and number theory.
Prereq: MATH 149 and MATH 152.
Unreq: MATH 452.
MATH 416/616 GEOMETRY FOR
THE ELEMENTARY
TEACHER 3 u
A study of the intuitive, informal geometry of sets of
points in space. Topics include elementary constructions,
coordinates and graphs, tessellations, transformations,
problem solving, symmetries of polygons and polyhedra, and use
of geometry computer software.
Prereq: MATH 149 and MATH
152
MATH 417/617 THEORY OF
NUMBERS 3
u
A study of the properties of integers,
representation of integers in a given base, properties of
primes, arithmetic functions, module arithmetic. Diophantine
equations and quadratic residues. Consideration is also given
to some famous problems in number theory.
Prereq: MATH 280
or MATH 415 or consent of instructor.
MATH 431/631
TOPOLOGY 3
u
An introduction to point-set topology, including
such topics as topological spaces, mappings, connectedness,
compactness, separation axioms, metric spaces, complete
spaces, product spaces and function spaces.
Prereq: MATH
255 and either MATH 280 or consent of instructor.
MATH 441/641 PROBABILITY
THEORY 3 u
Probability spaces, discrete and continuous random
variables, mathematical exception, discrete and continuous
distributions.
Prereq: MATH 255 and either MATH 280 or
consent of instructor.
MATH 442/642 MATHEMATICAL
STATISTICS 4
u
This course will cover moment generating functions,
moments of linear combinations of random variables,
conditional expectation, functions of random variables,
sampling distributions, the theory of estimation, Bayesian
estimation, hypothesis testing, nonparametric tests, and
linear models.
Prereq: MATH 441 and either MATH 355 or
consent of instructor.
MATH 446/646 ACTUARIAL
MATHEMATICS 3
u
This course will discuss the actuarial profession
and the insurance industry, provide direction to students
wishing to take the first few actuarial examinations,
thoroughly cover the theory of interest, and introduce the
basic concepts of actuarial mathematics.
Prereq: MATH 441
or concurrent registration.
MATH 449 ACTUARIAL EXAMINATION PREPARATION 3
u
Designed for students preparing to take either the first (probability) or second (interest theory) actuarial examination, the course will review the mathematics required for the examination and bring the student through a series of exercises design to give them the required training to pass their examination.
Prereq: MATH 441
MATH 452/652 INTRODUCTION
TO ABSTRACT ALGEBRA
3 u
An introductory survey of abstract algebra and
number theory with emphasis on the development and study of
the number systems of integers, integers mod n, rationals,
reals, and complex numbers. These offer examples of and
motivation for the study of the classical algebraic structures
of groups, rings integral domains and fields. Applications to
algebraic coding theory and crystallography will be developed
if time allows.
Prereq: MATH 280.
Unreq: MATH 415.
MATH 453/653 ABSTRACT
ALGEBRA 3
u
This course is a continuation of MATH 452/652 with
emphasis on ring and field theory. Topics include a review of
group theory, polynomial rings, divisibility in integral
domains, vector spaces, extension fields, algebraic extension
fields, finite fields, etc.
Prereq: MATH 355 and MATH 452.
MATH 458/658 APPLIED
MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS
I 3 u
Selected topics in ordinary differential equations: series
solutions, stability, transform methods, special functions,
numerical methods, vector differential calculus, line and
surface integrals.
Prereq: MATH 361.
MATH 459/659 PARTIAL
DIFFERENTIAL
EQUATIONS 3
u
Fourier analysis, partial differential equations and
boundary value problems, complex variables, and potential
theory.
Prereq: MATH 361.
MATH 463 COMPLEX
VARIABLES 3
u
This course is a study of the algebra and geometry
of complex numbers, the properties of analytic functions,
contour integration, the calculus of residues, and the
properties of power series.
Prereq: MATH 255.
MATH 464/664 ADVANCED
CALCULUS 3
u
This course presents a rigorous treatment of the
differential and integral calculus of single variable
functions, convergence theory of numerical sequences and
series, uniform convergence theory of sequences and series of
functions, metric spaces, functions of several real variables,
and the inverse function theorem. This course contains a
writing component.
Prereq: MATH 301.
MATH 471/671 NUMERICAL
ANALYSIS 3
u
Emphasis on numerical algebra. The problems of
linear systems, matrix inversion, the complete and special
eigenvalue problems, solutions by exact and iterative methods,
orthogonalization, gradient methods. Consideration of
stability and elementary error analysis. Extensive use of
microcomputers and programs using a high level language, such
as PASCAL.
Prereq: COMPSCI 171 and MATH 355.
MATH 490/690
WORKSHOP 1-3
u
Repeatable.
Prereq: Consent of instructor.
MATH 492 FIELD
STUDY 1-3
u
A study for which data is obtained or observations
are made outside the regular classroom. Repeatable.
Prereq: Consent of instructor.
MATH 494/694
SEMINAR 2
u
Repeatable.
Prereq: Consent of instructor.
MATH 496/696 SPECIAL
STUDIES 1-3
u
Repeatable three times maximum in 6 years.
Prereq:
Consent of instructor.
MATH 498 INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
u
Repeatable.
Prereq: Consent of instructor and
consent of department chairperson.
MATH
499 PROJECT
FOR MAJORS 1
u
This course is designed to give students experience
and to improve their skill in reading, writing, and
understanding mathematics by requiring them to research one or
more mathematical topics and then write a report about their
activities and discoveries. The focus is on the learning and
communication of mathematics: how to read with understanding,
write with clarity and precision, and in the process discover
how writing can aid in understanding.
Prereq: Jr st or
cons dept chp.