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Offered by Department of Mathematics and Statistics
College of Natural and Social Sciences

MATH Courses

MATH 800P - History of Mathematics - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 202*
An introduction to the history of mathematics from its primitive origins to modern day mathematics.
MATH 804P - Theory of Numbers - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 202*
Properties of integers, congruencies, primitive roots, arithmetic functions, quadratic residues, and the sum of squares.
MATH 813P - Discrete Mathematics - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 115* or MATH 123*
A study of the evolution of the number system from the naturals through the complex with emphasis on the complex. A detailed study of the topics of discrete math including counting techniques, probability, graphs, trees and relations.
MATH 814P - Theory of Compound Interest - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 115* or MATH 123*
A study of the forces of interest, accumulated values, present value factors, annuities, certain amortization schedules, sinking funds, bonds, and securities.
MATH 820P - Numerical Analysis - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 260* or permission of instructor
The solution of nonlinear equations, interpolation and approximation, numerical integration, matrices and system of linear equations, and numerical solution of differential equations.
MATH 830P - Middle School Mathematics - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 230*
A study of additional topics found in 5-9 mathematics not covered in MATH 230, 330, e.g. algebra, probability, calculators, computers, and statistics.
MATH 840P - Linear Algebra - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 115* or MATH 123*
Study of vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices and determinants.
MATH 860P - Advanced Calculus I - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 260*
A study of functions, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration.
MATH 870P - Teaching of Secondary Mathematics - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 260* or permission of instructor
Recent trends in the content of the math curriculum and of procedures for the improvement of teaching mathematics in the high school.
MATH 890P - Special Topics in Mathematics - 1-3 hours
Topics chosen from the areas of mathematics appropriate to the student's program and will involve both formal lectures and independent study.
MATH 891P - Expanded Campus Workshop - 1-3 hours
Selected contemporary topics in mathematics are covered.
MATH 895 - Independent Study in Mathematics - 1-6 hours
Prereq: background needed for proposed problem
Independent investigation of topics of mathematics appropriate to the student's program.
MATH 896P - Mathematics Seminar - 1 hour
Prereq: MATH 260* or permission
Topics not included in the normal mathematics offerings are presented by the students.

* This course is the immediate prerequisite. Other preparation is required prior to this immediate prerequisite.

18 Jun 2008

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