MATH 1000 3 credits Intermediate Algebra
Fundamental operations, factoring, fractions, equations, functions, graphing, exponents and radicals, simultaneous equations, progressions and the binomial theorem. P: Mathematics proficiency level of 10 or above. F S Su
MATH 1030 3 credits Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers
Problem solving, history and development of number systems, sets, number theory, and fundamental operations with whole numbers and integers; special emphasis on the relationship of these topics to the elementary school mathematics curriculum, including modeling appropriate methods of teaching. P: MATH 1000 or mathematics proficiency level of 15 or above. (Open only to elementary education majors.) F S
MATH 1530 3 credits College Algebra
Functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, inequalities, systems of equations, sequences and series, mathematical induction, and binomial series. P: MATH 1000 or mathematics proficiency level of 15 or above. (MATH 1530 and MATH 2530 may not be taken concurrently.) F S Su
MATH 1630 3 credits Finite Mathematics with Applications
Set theory, coordinate systems and graphs, matrices, linear systems, linear programming (geometric and simplex), probability, Markov Processes; with applications in the fields of business and economics. P: MATH 1000, 1530 or mathematics proficiency level of 20 or above. F S
MATH 2030 3 credits Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers
Fractions and decimals, percents, rational and irrational numbers, two- and three-dimensional figures, symmetry, congruence, and an introduction to LogoWriter; special emphasis on the relationship of these topics to the elementary school mathematics curriculum, including modeling appropriate methods of teaching. P: MATH 1030 with a grade of "C" or better. (Open only to elementary education majors.) F S
MATH 2330 3 credits Mathematics of Finance
Simple and compound interest, annuities, amortization, depreciation, valuation of securities, and insurance. P: MATH 1000, 1530 or mathematics proficiency level of 20 or above. F S Su
MATH 2430 3 credits Elementary Statistics
Frequency distributions, graphical representation, basic probability, binomial distribution, normal distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. P: MATH 1000, 1530 or mathematics proficiency level of 20 or above. F S Su
MATH 2450 5 credits Precalculus
Inequalities, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, complex numbers, theory of equations, systems of equations, sequences, binomial theorem, and conic sections. P: MATH 1000 or mathematics proficiency level of 20 or above. F S Su
MATH 2530 3 credits Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry
Trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and formulas, solution of triangles, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, polar coordinates. (Students will not receive credit for both 2450 and 2530.) P: MATH 1530 with a grade of "C" or better or mathematics proficiency level of 30 or above. F S Su
MATH 2630 3 credits Calculus with Applications
Functions, limits, rates of change, differentiation, integration; with applications in the fields of business and economics. P: MATH 1530, 1630, 2450, or mathematics proficiency level of 30 or above. S
MATH 2640 4 credits Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Limits and continuity, differentiation, differentials, antiderivatives, the definite integral and applications. P: MATH 2450 or 2530 with a grade of "C" or better or mathematics proficiency level of 40. F S Su
MATH 2730 3 credits Discrete Mathematics
Logic, sets, combinations, relations, networks and algebraic structures. P: MATH 2450, 2530, 2630, or 2640 or mathematics proficiency level of 40. F S
MATH 2740 4 credits Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Further techniques and applications of integration, analytic geometry in two dimensions, polar coordinates, further study of limits, and infinite series. P: MATH 2640 with a grade of "C" or better or advanced placement. F S Su
MATH 2840 4 credits Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
Analytic geometry of three dimensions, vector analysis, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, and line integrals. P: MATH 2740 with a grade of "C" or better or advanced placement. F S Su
MATH 3020 3 credits Teaching of Mathematics in the Middle and Secondary School
A study of the mathematics curriculum 6-12 and the methods and materials used in teaching middle and secondary school mathematics. P: MATH 2740. Every third semester.
MATH 3030 3 credits Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers
Measurement, area, perimeter, volume, algebra, coordinate geometry, constructions, congruence mappings, similarity mappings, topological mappings; special emphasis on the relationship of these topics to the elementary school mathematics curriculum, including modeling appropriate methods of teaching. P: MATH 2030 with a grade of "C" or better. (Open only to elementary education majors.) F S
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MATH 3040 4 credits Algebra and Geometry for Elementary/Middle School Teachers
Extends the teacher's knowledge of mathematics through the study of algebra, number theory, motion geometry, inductive and deductive reasoning, and problem solving. Calculators and computers will be used to investigate topics of mathematics by using spreadsheets, geometric investigation software, graphing software, graphing calculators, and the LogoWriter computer language. Students will learn to use manipulatives to help students understand mathematical concepts. This will include Algebra Lab Gear, D.I.M.E. materials, and geoboards. P: MATH 3030 with a grade of "C" or better. S
MATH 3130 3 credits College Geometry
Topics in Euclidean geometry include: classical theorems, transformational geometry and Euclidean construction. Axiomatic structures are studied by examining finite geometries. P: MATH 2740. S
MATH 3230 3 credits Linear Algebra
Matrices, systems of equations, determinants, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, vector spaces, linear transformations, and diagonalization. P: MATH 2740 with a grade of "C" or better. F S Su
MATH 3330 3 credits Modern Algebra
Study of the structure of abstract algebraic systems through formal proof; deals primarily with groups, but also examines other algebraic systems including rings and fields. P: MATH 3230 with a grade of "C" or better. S
MATH 3630 3 credits Differential Equations I
Solutions of first order differential equations, linear homogeneous and non-homogeneous differential equations, Laplace transforms, linear systems and applications. P: MATH 2840 with a grade of "C" or better. F S Su
MATH 3730 3 credits Numerical Analysis
An introduction to numerical methods stressing the basic operations of computations, approximation, interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, and the numerical solution of equations. P: MATH 2840 and fluency in a programming language. S
MATH 3830 3 credits Differential Equations II
Series solutions of linear differential equations, nonlinear series solutions, specific power series equations, numerical methods, partial differential equations, orthogonal sets, and Fourier series. P: MATH 2740 with a grade of "C" or better. S
MATH 4030 3 credits Statistical Methods with Applications
Introduction to probability, density and distribution functions, special discrete and continuous distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, chi-square, correlation and regression. P: MATH 2740 with a grade of "C" or better. F S Su
MATH 4040 3 credits Statistics and Probability
A thorough investigation of the density functions, means, variances, and moment generating functions for some common probability distributions. Gamma and beta distributions. Tchebysheff's theorem. Joint, marginal, and conditional probability distributions. Probability distributions of functions of random variables. Order statistics. Sampling distributions and the Central Limit Theorem. Point estimators. Method of moments. Maximum likelihood estimators. Hypothesis testing including power of the test and the likelihood ratio test. Simple and multiple linear regression. Analysis of variance. Nonparametric statistics. P: MATH 4030. S
MATH 4320 2 credits History and Development of Mathematical Concepts
A study of the history and development of mathematics from the primitive origins of numbers to the modern math-ematics of the 21st century. P: MATH 2740. F (odd)
MATH 4330 3 credits Theory of Numbers
Properties of numbers, Euclid's Algorithm, prime numbers, congruences, residue classes, Wilson's, Euler's and Fermat's Theorems and their consequences, and other selected topics. P: MATH 2740. F (even)
MATH 4430 3 credits Advanced Calculus
Sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, infinite series, and uniform convergence. P: MATH 2840 with a grade of "C" or better. F
MATH 4530 3 credits Complex Variables
Complex numbers, complex functions, differentiation, elementary functions, integration and infinite series. P: MATH 2840 with a grade of "C" or better. S
MATH 4620 1-3 credits Topics in Modern Mathematics
Topics to be selected by the instructor. P: MATH 2840 with a grade of "C" or better. Taught on demand.
MATH 4660 1-8 credits Cooperative Field Experience
Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperating agency, business, industry, or institution. The nature of the assignment, type of experience, number of credits and evaluation procedure to be stipulated in a statement of agreement (learning contract) between the student and department.
MATH 4810 1 credit Senior Seminar
Development of library research techniques, organization and presentation of research findings beyond those formed in existing courses. P: 12 credits of mathematics selected from MATH 3100 and above. F S
MATH 4920 1-3 credits Independent Study in Mathematics
P: Consent of department chair.
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