29 courses with the subject MATH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MATH 114Math for Liberal Arts3
A survey course in mathematics for liberal arts students. Course covers an introduction to many topics including problem-solving, consumer mathematics, sets, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics, voting methods and flaws of voting methods. STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE MATHXL FOR THIS COURSE. Offered: F; S.
Fundamental algebraic ideas; equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, linear and quadratic functions, and polynomial and rational functions. Emphasizes calculator and computer use and modeling of problems.
Mathematics Placement Test. STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE MATHXL FOR THIS COURSE. Offered: F; S; SS.
MATH 118Precalculus3
Exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, trigonometric applications, and sequences and series. Emphasizes calculator and computer use and modeling of problems.
MATH 115 or Mathematics Placement Test. STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE MATHXL FOR THIS COURSE. Offered: F;S;SS.
MATH 121Number Systems and Algebra3
Designed for prospective elementary and middle school teachers. Emphasis on numeric and algebraic concepts, with applications to teaching. Topics include: sets; number systems and operations and properties of number; equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; appropriate use of technology; historical/cultural perspectives.
Department Chair’s written consent. Offered: F; S.
MATH 122Geometry and Data Analysis3
A second course designed for prospective elementary and middle school teachers. Topics covered include: basic data analysis and statistics; measurement and problem in solving geometry; a study of geometric concepts and construction of geometric figures; logical arguments.
Limits and their Properties, differentiation, definite integrals, fundamental theorem of calculus, applications of derivatives and integrals and use of computational tool.
Sequences, summations, algorithm design and analysis including computational complexity, counting techniques, mathematical induction and recursion, recurrence relations/functions and recursive algorithms, combinatorics, graphs, trees, and applications.
Techniques and applications of integration, Improper integrals, conic sections, parametric equations and polar coordinates, sequences, series, power series, Taylor’s Theorem, and use of computational tools.
Vector algebra, and vector functions. Functions of several variables, partial derivatives, gradients, directional derivatives, maxima, and minima. Multiple integration. Line and surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorems, Stokes’ Theorem , and application and use of computational tools.
Development of theoretical tools for rigorous mathematics; Topics include: proof techniques, sets, logic, functions, relations, countable and uncountable sets. Gives students an introduction to the major and to provide the basic knowledge, overview and foundation for the curriculum.
(formerly MATH 451) A survey of the historical development of mathematics. The emphasis will be on mathematical concepts, problem solving, and pedagogy from a historical perspective.
Integers, numbers in other bases, primes, greatest common divisors and Euclidean Algorithm, Diophantine Equations, congruences, applications of congruences, Wilson’s, Fermat’s, and Euler’s theorems, multiplicative functions, and continued fractions.
Systems of linear equations and matrix theory, finite dimensional vector spaces, and linear transformations. Applications of linear algebra to social, biological, and physical sciences.
A survey of topics in advanced geometry from three historical perspectives: synthetic, analytic, and transformational. Topics include advanced results in Euclidean geometry, axiomatics of Euclidean geometry, axioms and results in non-Euclidean geometry, an introduction to projective geometry, the use of coordinates, and insights gained from transformations. Use of Geometric Sketchpad software.
Binary operations, equivalence relations, groups, cyclic and symmetric groups, subgroups, Lagrange’s theorem, homomorphisms and normal subgroups, factor groups, isomorphism theorem, and direct products.
(formerly MATH 458) Ordinary differential equations of first order, higher order linear equations, Laplace transform methods, and numerical solution of differential equations. Applications to physical sciences and engineering. of solution of ordinary differential equations of the first order and of higher orders. Applications of ordinary differential equations in physics, geometry, chemistry and biology. Use the computer for the numerical solution of differential equations.
Elementary concepts in cryptography; classical cryptosytems; modern symmetric cryptography; public key cryptography; digital signatures, authentic schemes; modular arithmetic, primality testing.
This course develops the techniques used in linear programming such as the simplex method and the duality method. Linear programming techniques will be applied for solving real-world-decision optimization problems.
Students engage in supervised mathematics-related experience with academia, industry or government. Evaluation to be based on written reports by instructor.
Internship offer, Junior standing, and consent of chairperson. Offered: SS.
MATH 454Abstract Algebra II3
Fundamental Theorem of Finite Abelian Groups, Sylow theorem and its application, introduction to rings and fields, ideals, factorization, extension of fields, automorphisms, and Galois theory.
Rigorous development of the real number system and the theory of Calculus on the real number line. Topics include: sequences and series, limits and continuity, the derivative, and the Riemann Integral.
Lectures and discussion on various issues in mathematics education, surveying trends, and developments with emphasis on content, meaning, methods, current status, and implications for the profession.
Consent of Department Chair. Offered: Upone Request.
MATH 459Special Studies/Seminars in Mathematics1-3
Independent or small-group study in selected areas of mathematics, culminating in approved project or research paper. (This also may be used for organizing workshops or academic-year institutes for mathematics teachers of high schools and junior high schools.) These courses may be repeated.
Consent of Department Chairperson. Offered: Upon Request.
MATH 462Mathematical Modeling3
Basic techniques for model formulation and model analysis in physical phenomena, engineering applications as well as biological systems will be considered. The main focus is on modeling dynamical systems using differential equalities and a system of differential equations.
The first component of the capstone course for mathematics majors.This course will provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate their accumulated knowledge, skills, and growth in the major. Review of upper level mathematics topics culminating in an exit test.
The Capstone course for Mathematics majors. Designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate their accumulated knowledge, skills and growth in the major. Review of Computer Algebra Systems, written and oral report required.
