Mathematics

Ross Gingrich
CHAIRPERSON

MAJOR 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.

All mathematics majors take the following core requirements:
MAT 150 — Calculus I
MAT 151 — Calculus II
MAT 250 — Foundations of Mathematics: An Introduction
MAT 252 — Calculus III
MAT 372 — Linear Algebra

Grade Requirements for Graduation
In order for a student to graduate with a major in mathematics: he/she must achieve at least a grade of C- in every core mathematics course (MAT 150, 151, 250, 252, and 372), and in those mathematics courses which a student applies toward a major in mathematics, he/she must have a QPR of 2.0 and, at most, one grade below C-.

Bachelor of Arts
In addition to the core courses listed above, the following are required:
CSC 152 — Computer Programming I or
CSC 150 — Computer Programming I: Pascal
MAT 375 — Abstract Algebra I
MAT 450 — Analysis or
MAT 446 — Advanced Calculus
MAT 488 — Seminar in Mathematical Modeling or
MAT 498 — Seminar in Mathematics

Each student elects, 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
MAT 207 — Mathematics for Middle School teachers
MAT 300 — History of Mathematics
MAT 360 — Foundations of Geometry
MAT 370 — Number Theory
MAT 376 — Abstract Algebra II
MAT 480 — Topology
MAT 405 — Elem. Math. from an Advanced Standpoint
MAT 450 — Analysis
MAT 498 — Seminar in Mathematics

List B
MAT 221 — Intermediate Applied Statistics
MAT 230 — Mathematics of Compound Interest
MAT 245 — Differential Equations
MAT 320 — Probability
MAT 321 — Mathematical Statistics
MAT 322 — Numerical Analysis I
MAT 325 — Design of Experiments
MAT 378 — Discrete Mathematics
MAT 422 — Numerical Analysis II
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:
CSC 152 — Computer Programming I or
CSC 150 — Computer Programming I: Pascal
MAT 320 — Probability
MAT 360 — Foundations of Geometry
MAT 375 — Abstract Algebra I
MAT 405 — Elem. Math from an Advanced Standpoint Each student selects, with the approval of a departmental adviser, two additional mathematics courses numbered 207 or higher.

The specific professional requirements for Initial Teaching Certification in Connecticut are listed under the major programs in secondary education in the School of Education.

Bachelor of Science (Applications of Mathematics)
In addition to the core courses required of all mathematics majors, the following are required:
CSC 152 — Computer Programming I or
CSC 150 — Computer Programming I: Pascal
MAT 245 — Differential Equations
MAT 320 — Probability
MAT 321 — Mathematical Statistics
MAT 322 — Numerical Analysis I
MAT 378 — Discrete Mathematics
MAT 488 — Seminar in Mathematical Modeling

and one additional course from among:
MAT 375 — Abstract Algebra I
MAT 450 — Analysis
MAT 480 —Topology

Also required are two additional cognate courses beyond those used to satisfy the University Requirements, selected by the student with the approval of a departmental adviser, from any of the following areas of application: biology, chemistry, computer science, earth science, economics, physics, or another approved area of application.

Additional elective courses in mathematics and the area of application should be chosen in consultation with a departmental adviser and can be selected to further career or graduate school objectives.

MINOR IN MATHEMATICS
The minor requires 18 credits 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.

C O O R D I N A T O R S:
Dr. Richard Decesare