MATH 10 No credit
Technical Mathematics
This course is a comprehensive study of the topics generally found in a first year high school algebra course, and provides a foundation for success in required college mathematics courses. (This course is required for students with a mathematics proficiency level of 00. This course does not carry UWP degree credit.) F, S
MATH 15 No credit
Intermediate Algebra
Fundamental operations, factoring, fractions, equations, functions, graphing, exponents and radicals, linear equations, systems of equations, inequalities, polynomials, rational expressions, and quadratics. P: Mathematics 10 or proficiency level of 10 or above. This course does not carry UWP degree credit. F, S, Su
MATH 1030 3 credits
Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers I
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 15 (with a grade of "C" or better) or mathematics proficiency level of 15 or above. (Open only to elementary education majors.) F, S
MATH 1100 2 credits
Foundations of Mathematics for Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers
This is the first course in a three-course sequence designed for early childhood and elementary education majors. Topics covered include problem solving, communication, reasoning and formal and informal argument, mathematical connections, representations, technology, selected topics for statistics and probability, foundational work on functions, algebraic thinking, and the underlying concepts of calculus, and selected topics from discrete mathematics. P: MATH 15 (with a grade of "C" or better) or mathematics proficiency level of 15 or above. (Open only to early childhood and elementry education majors.) F, S
MATH 1530 3 credits
College Algebra
Equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, and sequences and series. P: MATH 15 with a grade of "C" or better or mathematics proficiency level of 15 or above. (This course is equivalent to the first half of MATH 2450. Students will not receive credit for both MATH 1530 and MATH 2450. 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 15 or MATH 1530, or mathematics proficiency level of 17 or above. F, S GE:MATH
MATH 1730 (previously 2330) 3 credits
Mathematics of Finance
Simple and compound interest, annuities, amortization, depreciation, valuation of securities, and bonds. P: MATH 15 or MATH 1530, or mathematics proficiency level of 17 or above. GE:MATH. F, S, Su
MATH 1830 (previously 2430) 3 credits
Elementary Statistics
An introduction to statistical analytical methods including graphing distributions, numerical summaries, linear regression and correlation, the normal distribution, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for means and proportions, analyzing two-way tables, and analysis of variance. P: MATH 15 or MATH 1530, or mathematics proficiency level of 17 or above. GE:MATH. F, S, Su
MATH 2030 3 credits
Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers II
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.) GE:MATH/EDUC. F, S
MATH 2100 3 credits
Geometry & Measurement for Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers
This is the second course in a three-course sequence designed for early childhood and elementary education majors. Topics covered include names, properties, and relationships of two- and three-dimensional shapes; spatial sense; transformations including rotations, reflections, and translations; coordinate geometry; concepts of measurement, including measurable attributes, standard and non-standard units, precision and accuracy, use of appropriate tool, the structure of systems of measurement; measurement including length, area, volume, size of angles, weight and mass, and temperature; indirect measurement and its uses, including developing formulas; and formal and informal argument. This course also addresses appropriate pedagogy associated with the specific content. P: MATH 1100 with a grade of "C" or better. (Open only to early childhood and elementary education majors). GE: MATH/EDUC. F, S
MATH 2110 3 credits
Numbers System and Operations for Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers
This is the third course in a three-course sequence designed for early childhood and elementary education majors. Topics covered include number theory; composition and decomposition of numbers, including place value, primes, factors, multiples, inverses, and the extension of these concepts throughout mathematics; number systems through the real numbers, their properties and relations; computational procedures for whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers; proportional reasoning; and number sense. This course also addresses appropriate pedagogy associated with the specific content. P: MATH 2100 with a grade of "C" or better. (Open only to early childhood and elementary education majors). F, S
MATH 2450 5 credits
Precalculus
Solving equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and formulas, complex numbers, systems of equations, and conic sections. P: MATH 15 with a grade of "B" or better or mathematics proficiency level of 20 or above. (Students with a grade of "C" in MATH 15 should take MATH 1530). (This course is equivalent to taking both MATH 1530 and MATH 2530. Students who have credit for MATH 1530 or MATH 2530 should not take MATH 2450). GE:MATH. F, S, Su
MATH 2530 3 credits
Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry
Functions and their graphs, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and formulas, solution of triangles, complex numbers, exponential and logarithmic functions, and conic sections. P: MATH 1530 with a grade of "C" or better or mathematics proficiency level of 30 or above. (This course is equivalent to the second half of MATH 2450. Students will not receive credit for both MATH 2450 and MATH 2530). GE:MATH. F, S, Su
MATH 2630 3 credits
Calculus with Applications
Functions, limits, rates of change, exponential and logarithmic functions differentiation, integration; with applications in the fields of business and economics. P: MATH 1530 or MATH 1630 or MATH 2450, or mathematics proficiency level of 30 or above. GE:MATH. 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 MATH 2530 with a grade of "C" or better, or mathematics proficiency level of 40. GE:MATH. F, S, Su
MATH 2730 3 credits
Discrete Mathematics
Logic, sets, combinations, relations, networks and algebraic structures. P: MATH 2450 or MATH 2530 or MATH 2630 or MATH 2640 with a grade of "C" or better, or mathematics proficiency level of 40. F, S
MATH 2740 4 credits
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Derivatives and integrals involving exponential, logarithmic, and inverse trigonometric functions, further study of limits, further techniques and applications of integration, sequences and series, polar coordinates, and parametric equations. 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
An analysis of the mathematics studied in the middle and secondary schools. Topics include the principles and standards implemented by the NCTM for teaching mathematics and the methods and materials used in educating students in mathematics. P: MATH 2740, junior standing, and admission to the School of Education. F
MATH 3030 3 credits
Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers III
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
MATH 3040 4 credits
Mathematics Seminar for Middle School Teachers
This course is intended to provide a background for teaching algebra and geometry in the middle school. The course will emphasize problem solving, communication, reasoning, representations, and making connections. Through problem solving activities lead by either the instructor or students, the course will emphasize specific topics such as proportional reasoning, pattern finding, generalizing functional relationships, solving equations, area, perimeter, and volume. In particular, the course will emphasize the links between algebra and geometry, and when appropriate, will use relevant manipulatives including technology. The course will also emphasize pedagogical implications of current research regarding the teaching and learning of algebra and geometry. (Open only to students in the early adolescent education program). P: MATH 3030 with a grade of "C" or better. S
MATH 3130 3 credits
College Geometry
Topics from Euclidean geometry including classical theorems, transformational geometry, and Euclidean constructions. Noneuclidean topics include inversion and reciprocation, as well as some ideas from projective geometry. A dynamic geometry software program is used extensively to illustrate ideas in the course P: MATH 2640 and junior standing or consent of department chairperson. 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
This course is intended to provide an introduction to numerical methods. Topics will include computer arithmetic, solving nonlinear equations, numerical linear algebra, interpolation and curve fitting, numerical calculus, and numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations. Other topics may be added as time permits. P: MATH 3230 and fluency in a programming language. S
MATH 3830 3 credits
Differential Equations II
Linear systems of differential equations, nonlinear systems, series solutions of differential equations, partial differential equations, orthogonal sets, and Fourier series. P: MATH 3630 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 more advanced applications in statistics including joint distributions, linear regression, multiple regression, design of experiments for a single factor and multiple factors, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics, and statistical quality control. P: MATH 4030 with a grade of "C" or better. S (odd)
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 modern mathematics. P: MATH 2640 and junior standing or consent of department chairperson. F (odd)
MATH 4330 3 credits
Theory of Numbers
Integers, divisibility, prime numbers, Euclidean algorithm, linear Diophantine equations, congruences, Wilson's and Euler's theorems, Fermat's little theorem, and other selected topics. P: MATH 2640 and junior standing or consent of department chairperson. F (even)
MATH 4430 3 credits
Advanced Calculus
Study, through formal proof, of 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 (even)
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.
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 is 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.