Programs in Mathematics

The major provides the basic mathematical tools for applications in business and industry, such as actuarial science and computer work, statistics, operations research, teaching mathematics at the secondary school level, or pursuing graduate studies in mathematics, statistics, or related fields.

Disclaimer: The official source for information regarding programs is the Undergraduate Catalog

Core Requirements

All mathematics majors take the following core requirements:

Grade Requirements for Graduation

In order for a student to graduate with a major in mathematics:

Bachelor of Arts

In addition to the core courses listed above, the following are required: Each student selects, with the approval of a departmental adviser, four additional courses from Mathematics List A or B, including at least one from each list.
 

Mathematics List A and B
 
List A
List B
MAT 207 - Mathematics for Middle School Teachers
MAT 221 - Intermediate Applied Statistics
 MAT 300 - History of Mathematics
 MAT 230 - Mathematics of Compound Interest 
 MAT 360 - Foundations of Geometry
 MAT 245 - Differential Equations
MAT 370 - Number Theory
 MAT 320 - Probability
MAT 375 - Abstract Algebra I
 MAT 321 - Mathematical Statistics
MAT 376 - Abstract Algebra II
 MAT 322 - Numerical Analysis I
MAT 480 - Topology
 MAT 325 - Design of Experiments
MAT 405 - Elementary Mathematics from an Advanced Standpoint
 MAT 378 - Discrete Mathematics
MAT 450 - Analysis
 MAT 422 - Numerical Analysis II
 MAT 498 - Seminar in Mathematics
MAT 446 - Advanced Calculus
 
MAT 470 - Operations Research I
 
MAT 488 - Seminar in Mathematical Modeling

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education

In addition to the core courses required of all mathematics majors, the following are required: Each student selects, with the approval of a departmental adviser, two additional mathematics courses numbered 221 or higher.

The specific professional requirements for Initial Teaching Certification in Connecticut are listed under the heading Major Programs in Secondary Education in the School of Education in the course catalog.

Bachelor of Science (Applications of Mathematics)

In addition to the core courses required of all mathematics majors, the following are required:

Minor in Mathematics

The minor requires 18 hours credit in mathematics. The student is required to take MAT 150, MAT 151, and MAT 372. The remaining credit requirements are fulfilled by selecting courses numbered 178 or higher. These courses should be selected with the advice of an adviser in the Mathematics Department. Pre-engineering students are encouraged to take MAT 245 and MAT 252.

Disclaimer: The official source for information regarding programs is the Undergraduate Catalog

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