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Undergraduate Mathematics

2019 Fall Term

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3 Units

QUANTITATIVE REASONING

MATH 139

A quantitative reasoning course which includes topics from college algebra ( such as functions, linear, exponential and logarithmic models), statistics, and probability. Emphasizes modeling, problem-solving and applications. Designed for students whose programs do not require further coursework in pre-calculus or calculus. Appropriate for students majoring and minoring in areas such as the arts, humanities, social sciences, and education.


3 Units

MATHEMATICAL IDEAS

MATH 140

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 for students who do not wish to take any course having MATH 141 as a prerequisite.


4 Units

FUNDAMENTALS OF COLLEGE ALGEBRA

MATH 141

A functional approach to algebra with emphasis on applications to different disciplines. Topics include linear, exponential, logarithmic, quadratic, polynomial and rational equations and functions, systems of linear equations, linear inequalities, radicals and rational exponents, complex numbers, variation. Properties of exponents, factoring, and solving linear equations are reviewed.


3 Units

FINITE MATHEMATICS FOR BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

MATH 143

Mathematical preparation for the understanding of quantitative methods in management and social sciences. Topics include sets, relations, linear functions, interest, annuities, matrices, solution of linear systems by graphical, algebraic, Gauss-Jordan, and inverse methods, linear programming by graphical and simplex methods, counting and probability. College of Business and Economics majors must take this course on a conventional grade basis.


4 Units

MATHEMATICS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING

MATH 147

A study of topics in early childhood mathematics, including sets, numbers, operations, measurement, data, and geometry. The focus is on increasing conceptual understanding of mathematics, highlighting connections, and developing the ability to communicate mathematical knowledge. Problem-solving methods used by children will also be explored. Manipulatives, cooperative learning activities, and problem solving strategies are used throughout the course.


3 Units

MATHEMATICS FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER I

MATH 148

A study of topics in early childhood through early adolescence mathematics, including sets, fundamental operations of arithmetic, fundamental algorithms, and structural properties of arithmetic. The focus is on increasing conceptual understanding of mathematics, highlighting connections, and developing the ability to communicate mathematical knowledge. Problem-solving methods used by children will also be explored. Manipulatives, cooperative learning activities, and problem solving emphasized.


3 Units

MATHEMATICS FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER II

MATH 149

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.


3 Units

COLLEGE ALGEBRA (GM)

MATH 150

Study of polynomial, radical, rational, piecewise, exponential, and logarithmic functions, including basic graphs, transformations, inverses, and combining functions; solving equations and inequalities both algebraically and graphically is explored. The course also includes an introduction to vectors.


3 Units

TRIGONOMETRY

MATH 151

Study of trigonometric functions including basic graphs, transformations, and inverses; trigonometric functions are studied through the unit circle and right triangle approaches. Also studied are trigonometric identities, equations, and applications, including Law of Sines and Law of Cosines, as well as polar coordinates.


5 Units

PRECALCULUS

MATH 152

Study of polynomial, radical, rational, piecewise, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, including basic graphs, transformations, inverses, and combining functions; solving equations and inequalities both algebraically and graphically is explored. In addition, trigonometric functions are studied through the unit circle and right triangle approaches. Also studied are vectors, trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations, and polar coordinates.


3 Units

INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL REASONING AND ANALYSIS

MATH 230

A course on the principles, procedures and concepts surrounding the production, summarization and analysis of data. Emphasis on critical reasoning and interpretation of statistical results. Content includes: probability, sampling, and research design; statistical inference, modeling and computing; practical application culminating in a research project.


3 Units

SHORT CALCULUS

MATH 243

A brief survey of the calculus. Topics covered include limits, differentiation, max-min theory, exponential and logarithmic functions, and integration. Business and social science applications are stressed.


5 Units

APPLIED CALCULUS SURVEY FOR BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

MATH 250

An applied calculus course covering elementary analytic geometry, limits, differentiation, max-min theory, exponential and logarithmic functions, integration, functions of several variables, and elementary differential equations. Some computer topics may be included. A student may earn credit for only one of MATH 243, MATH 250, and MATH 253.


5 Units

CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I

MATH 253

Review of algebraic and trigonometric functions, transcendental functions, limits, study of the derivative, techniques of differentiation, continuity, applications of the derivative, L' Hopital's Rule and indeterminate forms, the Riemann integral, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, the substitution rule, and applications of the integral, including volumes of revolution and average value.


4 Units

CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II

MATH 254

Techniques of integration, introduction to differential equations, parametric equations, and infinite sequences and series.


4 Units

CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY III

MATH 255

A course in multivariable calculus. Topics include: solid analytic geometry; vectors and vector functions; functions of several variables, including limits, continuity, partial and directional derivatives, gradient vectors, and Lagrange multipliers; multiple integrals in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates; line and surface integrals; Green's Theorem, Stokes' Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.


1 Units

INTRODUCTION TO R

MATH 263

This course will cover basic topics in R, a statistical computing framework. Topics include writing R functions, manipulating data in R, accessing R packages, creating graphs, and calculating basic summary statistics.


3 Units

DISCRETE MATHEMATICS

MATH 280

This course provides an introduction to mathematical proof, beginning with a discussion of formal logic. Topics include sets, functions, relations, number theory, combinatorics, and probability.


1 Units

PUTNAM COMPETITION AND PROBLEM SOLVING

MATH 281

Preparation for the William Lowell Putnam Competition. Includes advanced problem solving techniques in pure mathematics. Review of previous examination problems and related material. May be repeated for a total of four credits. Satisfactory/No Credit only.


1-3 Units

INDEPENDENT STUDY

MATH 298

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable. Department Consent required.


3 Units

INTRODUCTION TO ANALYSIS

MATH 301

A first course in real analysis. Topics include properties of the real numbers, convergence of sequences, monotone and Cauchy sequences, continuity, differentiation, the Mean Value Theorem, and the Riemann integral. Emphasis is placed on proof-writing and communicating mathematics.


3 Units

APPLIED STATISTICS

MATH 342

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. This course contains a writing component.


3 Units

APPLIED PROBABILITY: THEORY AND PRACTICE

MATH 343

Sets and counting, probability spaces, discrete and continuous random variables, mathematical expectation, discrete and continuous distributions with applications and probabilistic computing using R.


3 Units

MATRICES AND LINEAR ALGEBRA

MATH 355

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.


3 Units

DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

MATH 361

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.


3 Units

PROBLEM SOLVING FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER

MATH 370

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.


3 Units

DEVELOPMENT OF MATHEMATICS

MATH 375

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.


4 Units

BEGINNING ALGEBRA

MATH 41

A course for those who need to strengthen their basic algebra skills. Topics include properties of the real numbers, linear and quadratic equations, linear inequalities, exponents, polynomials, rational and radical expressions, and systems of linear equations. The course credits count towards the semester credit load and GPA, but are not included in the 120 credit graduation requirement.


3 Units

GEOMETRY FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER

MATH 416

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.


3 Units

APPLIED REGRESSION ANALYSIS

MATH 420

This is a second course in regression analysis and its applications. Topics include correlation, simple and multiple linear regression, model assumptions, inference of regression parameters, regression diagnostics and remedial measures, categorical predictors, multicollinearity,and model selection. Real data re emphasized and analyzed using statistical software such as R or SAS.


3 Units

MATHEMATICS FOR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS II

MATH 422

The course continues the exploration of the high school curriculum from an advanced perspective that was started in MATH 421. The focus is on deepening understanding of concepts, highlighting connections and solving challenging problems. The mathematical content includes congruence, distance, similarity, trigonometry, area, and volume. Connections to algebra are emphasized throughout the course.


3 Units

INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT ALGEBRA

MATH 452

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.


3 Units

COMPLEX VARIABLES

MATH 463

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.


1-3 Units

WORKSHOP

MATH 49

Variable credit course offering with a defined topic. Repeatable with a change of topic.


1-5 Units

INDEPENDENT STUDY

MATH 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable. Department Consent required.


1-3 Units

INDEPENDENT STUDY - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

MATH 498R

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable. Department Consent required.

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