Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Degree Description
Mathematics is both a body of knowledge concerning a class of symbols and the relation between them, as a system of thought and communication, as well as the application of that system to other areas of human experience. As a system of thought, it derives from philosophy and provides a language, which has particular beauty and clarity. Applied to other areas of human experience mathematics has provided great power and precision to a wide range of endeavors, and thereby has supplied an essential contribution to the rise of modern civilization. The study of mathematics prepares students for graduate studies in mathematics, related sciences, economics and business administration. Other options include beginning actuarial work, teaching at the secondary level and beginning work in the area of data processing. Third and fourth year MA courses will be determined in consultation with the student’s advisor.
REQUIREMENTS FOR: B.A. MAJOR – 39 HOURS, 2.0 GPA
Core
| MA 221 |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry for Majors I |
5 cr. |
| MA 222 |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry for Majors II |
5 cr. |
| MA 223 |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry for Majors III |
3 cr. |
| MA 301 |
Mathematical Thought |
3 cr. |
| MA 311 |
Linear Algebra |
3 cr. |
| MA 312 |
Abstract Algebraic Structures |
3 cr. |
| MA 401 |
Analysis |
3 cr. |
| MA 450 |
Seminar in Mathematics |
3 cr. |
| TOTAL |
|
27 cr. |
At least four courses of the following:
| MA 302 |
Ordinary Differential Equations |
3 cr. |
| MA 305 |
Probability |
3 cr. |
| MA 350 |
History of Mathematics |
3 cr. |
| MA 360 |
Modern Geometries |
3 cr. |
| MA 370 |
Number Theory |
3 cr. |
| MA 380 |
Mathematical Statistics |
3 cr. |
| MA 402 |
Topology |
3 cr. |
| MA 406 |
Special Topics |
3 cr. |
| TOTAL |
|
12 cr. |
Written or oral examinations may be required for the major.
Two semesters of French or German are recommended.
Recommended major courses for Secondary Teachers:
The core requirements and MA 312, MA 360, MA 370, MA 406(Enrichment Topics)
Recommended major courses for actuarial or other technical preparations:
The core requirements and MA 370, MA 380, MA 401, MA 406(Selected Problems)
Recommended major courses to be coupled with majors in chemistry, biology, physics or other science:
The core requirements and MA 302, MA 312, MA 380, MA 406(Selected Problems)
Recommended major courses to be combined with a major in Computer Science:
The core requirements and MA 302, MA 312, MA 380, MA 406(Numerical Analysis))
Recommended major courses for the student preparing for graduate study in Mathematics:
The core requirements and MA 312, MA 380, MA 401, MA 406(Numerical Analysis))
Requirement for Minor - 20-22 hours, 2.0 GPA
MA 221,
MA 222,
and four additional courses numbered at the 205 level or above.
Written or oral examinations may be required for the minor.
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