Catalog 2010 - 2011

The Mathematics and Physical Sciences Core encourages all majors and minors in our Department to experience similar theoretical, analytical, and algorithmic viewpoints. This collection of courses incorporates programming, problem-solving, abstract analysis, and applications.

Student pursuing a mathematics major must complete the core courses and satisfy the following requirements:

• The core courses:
  • Programming structure and methods of analysis:
    • CSC-150 Introduction to Computer Programming I (4 cr)
  • Problem Solving/Analysis, one course from:
    • MAT-151 Calculus I (4 cr)
    • MAT-152 Calculus II (3 cr)
    • MAT-251 Calculus III (4 cr)
  • Mathematics and Physical Systems, one course from:
    • PHY-230 Digital Electronics (3 cr)
    • PHY-240 Electronics & Laboratory (4 cr)
    • PHY-271 Analytical Physics & Laboratory (4 cr)
• 18 credits in upper-division* in mathematics (MAT) courses.
• Independent study
• Two from the following courses:
  • MAT-431 Complex Variables (3 cr)
  • MAT-441 Topology (3 cr)
  • MAT-451 Real Analysis (3 cr)
  • MAT-461 Algebraic Structures (3 cr)

Note: Students interested in graduate work in mathematics are strongly encouraged to take MAT-451 Real Analysis and/or MAT-461 Algebraic Structures.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Discover and utilize effective analysis and problem solving skills in mathematics and mathematical applications.
• Effectively express discipline-specific content and articulate broad connections among disciplines verbally, mathematically and through written works.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the role of mathematics, mathematical applications and technology in the larger community including, but not limited to: a knowledge of ethical standards, the ramifications of technological advances and activities, and the role of all mathematics in society.