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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Recognizing that mathematical expertise is more important than ever, particularly in the computer and high-technology arenas, the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics degree program prepares students for employment in the mathematical sciences or for future study. Mathematics degree concentration opportunities combine math study with philosophy, economics, computer science, and math education. Faculty focuses include dynamical systems, number theory, and geometry.
Note: Students wishing to pursue a mathematics degree program may have to cross-register and take upper-level mathematics and/or related courses in the College of Arts & Sciences at day tuition rates.
Distribution Requirements
A total of 48 credits is required.
English
- MET EN 104 English Composition
- MET EN 201 Intermediate Composition
Computer Science
- MET CS 101 Computers and Their Applications
Natural Science
- Eight credits in the natural sciences
Literature
- Four credits in a 100- or 200-level MET EN literature course or MET HU 221
Philosophy
- Four credits
History
- Four credits
Additional Courses
- Four credits in the humanities (H)
- Four credits in the social sciences (S)
- Four credits in the humanities (H), natural sciences (N), or social sciences (S)
- Four credits in the humanities (H) or social sciences (S)
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Specialization and Related Courses
A total of 14 courses (56 credits), completed with a grade of C or higher, is required.
Specialization Courses
Choose ten courses (40 credits), including the four courses below:
CAS MA 226 Differential Equations
Fall ‘12
First-order linear and separable equations. Second-order equations and first-order systems. Linear equations and linearization. Numerical and qualitative analysis. Laplace transforms. Applications and modeling of real phenomena throughout. (Cannot be taken for credit in addition to CAS MA 231.) [ 4 cr. ]
| Section | Type | Instructor | Location | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | LEC | Devaney | STO B50 | TR | 9:30 am – 11:00 am |
| A2 | DIS | Devaney | MCS B25 | T | 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm |
| A3 | DIS | Devaney | PRB 148 | T | 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm |
| A4 | DIS | Devaney | PSY B49 | W | 9:00 am – 10:00 am |
| A5 | DIS | Devaney | MCS B23 | W | 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
| A6 | DIS | Devaney | PSY B33 | W | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
MET MA 123 Calculus I
Fall ‘12
Students may receive credit for either MET MA 121 or MA 123 or CAS MA 121 or MA 123, but not both. Limits; derivatives; differentiation of algebraic functions. Applications to maxima, minima, and convexity of functions. The definite integral; the fundamental theorem of integral calculus; applications of integration. [ 4 cr. ]
| Section | Type | Instructor | Location | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | IND | Staff | PSY B55 | M | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
MET MA 124 Calculus II
Fall ‘12
Students may receive credit for not more than one of the following courses: MA 122, MA 124, MA 127, or MA 129. Logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. Sequences and series; Taylor's series with the remainder. Methods of integration. Calculus I and II together constitute an introduction to calculus of a function of a single real variable. [ 4 cr. ]
| Section | Type | Instructor | Location | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | IND | Kon | MCS B33 | M | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
MET MA 225 Multivariate Calculus
Vectors, lines, and planes. Multiple integration and cylindrical and spherical coordinates. Partial derivatives, directional derivatives, scalar and vector fields, the gradient, potentials, multivariate Taylor series, approximation, and multivariate minimization. [ 4 cr. ]
The remaining six mathematics courses must include two at the 200 level or above, and four at the 300 level or above.
Related Courses
Choose four courses (16 credits), including at least one in computer science, with the advice and approval of the department coordinator.
Electives
Usually six courses (24 credits), but possibly more depending on transfer credits, chosen with the advice of an academic counselor.
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