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MATHEMATICS MAJOR (MATH)

Program Effective: Fall 2004
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    1. MAJOR REQUIREMENTS (37 Credits)
      1. Required Mathematics Courses (25 Credits)
        CODE COURSE CREDITS
        MATH 122 Calculus I 4
        MATH 221 Calculus II 4
        MATH 222 Calculus III 4
        MATH 335 Elements of Linear Algebra 4
        MATH 340 Probability 3
        MATH 425 Advanced Calculus I 3
        MATH 431 Foundations of Modern Algebra 3

      2. Elective Mathematics Courses: Choose at least 12 credits from MATH 398-469 & 480-499, STAT 440-449, 490-499
        CODE COURSE CREDITS
        MATH 398 Vector Calculus 3
        MATH 420 Differential Equations 4
        MATH 423 Complex Variables 3
        MATH 426 Advanced Calculus II 3
        MATH 433 Theory of Numbers 3
        MATH 436 Elements of Logic 3
        MATH 450 Foundations of Geometry 3
        MATH 451 (old #428) Topology 3
        MATH 460 Intro. to Applied Mathematics 3
        MATH 463 Numerical Analysis 3
        MATH 464 Operations Research I 3
        MATH 465 Operations Research II 3
        MATH 466 Financial Mathematics I 3
        MATH 467 Financial Mathematics II 3
        MATH 469 Mathematical Modeling 3
        MATH 485 (old #410) Applied Combinatories and Graph Theory 3
        MATH 490 Honors Seminar in Mathematics 3
        MATH 495 Topics in Math for Undergraduates 1-3
        MATH 497/8 Undergraduate Research in Mathematics 1-3
        STAT 440 Statistical Methods 3
        STAT 441 Statistical Computing 3
        STAT 443 Intro. to Mathematical Statistics 3
        STAT 495 Topics in Statistical Science 1-3
        STAT 497 Undergraduate Research in Statistical Science 1-3

    2. REQUIRED COLLATERAL COURSES. Complete the following 11 credits
      CODE COURSE CREDITS
      PHYS 191 University Physics I 4
      PHYS 192 University Physics II 4
      CMPT 183 Foundations of Computer Science I 3

    3. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS. 44-47 Semester Hours
      Core:
      1. New Student Seminar (1 credit):
        CODE COURSE CREDITS
        MATH 102 New Student Experience for Mathematical Sciences 1

      2. Interdisciplinary Core (9 credits):
        # CODE COURSE CREDITS
        B1 GNED 201 Contemporary Issues I: Scientific Issues 3
        B2 GNED 202 Contemporary Issues II: National Issues 3
        B3 GNED 303 Contemporary Issues III: Global Issues 3

      Distribution:
      1. Communication (9 credits):
        C1 Writing/Literature 3 credits
        C1 Writing/Literature 3 credits
        C2 Communication 3 credits

      2. Fine and Performing Arts (3 credits):
        D Fine and Performing Arts 3 credits
        * Meets Multicultural Awareness Requirement.
        ** For honors program students only.

      3. World Languages (3-6 credits):
        E World Languages 3-6 credits

      4. Humanities (6 credits):
        F1 World Literature or General Humanities 3 credits
        F2 Philosophy or Religion 3 credits

      5. Computer Science (0-credit included in major) ... (CMPT 183)
      6. Mathematics (0-credit included in major) ... (MATH 122,221)
      7. Natural/Physical Science (0-credit included in major) ... (PHYS 191)

      8. Physical Education (1 credit):
        J Physical Education 1 credit

      9. Social Science (9 credits):
        K1 American or European History 3 credits
        K2 Non-Western Cultural Perspectives 3 credits
        K3 Social Science 3 credits
        * Meets Multicultural Awareness Requirement.
        ** For honors program students only.

      10. General Education Elective (3)

    4. FREE ELECTIVE CREDITS. 25-28 Semester Hours

    MINIMUM TOTAL FOR GRADUATION: 120 Semester Hours