Mathematics
Office:Â C.M. Knudson Hall, Room 300
Mailing Address: Â 2390 S. York St, Denver, CO 80208
Phone: 303-871-2911
Fax: 303-871-3173
Email: math-info@math.du.edu
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The Department of Mathematics offers a bachelor of arts in mathematics, bachelor of arts in mathematics with concentration in finance, bachelors of science in mathematics, and bachelor of science in mathematics with concentration in artificial intelligence. These programs provide a strong foundation in theoretical and applied mathematics with particular emphasis on the development of logical and analytical problem-solving skills. This major is often combined with a major or minor in natural sciences, computer science, business and related fields. It is an excellent preparation for graduate school in quantitative subjects. Math majors find jobs in academia, high-tech industry, financial industry and government agencies, with positions including research mathematician, applied mathematician, engineer, data analyst, computer programmer, financial analyst, economist, actuary and teacher.
Majors
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts Major Requirements
(183 credits required for the degree)
This degree requires completion of 48 credits of MATH courses numbered 1951 or higher, including at least 20 credits at the 3000-level or higher. The following courses are required:
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
MATHÂ 1951 | Calculus I | 4 |
MATHÂ 1952 | Calculus II | 4 |
or MATH 1962 | Honors Calculus II | |
MATHÂ 1953 | Calculus III | 4 |
or MATH 1963 | Honors Calculus III | |
MATHÂ 2060 | Elements of Linear Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 2070 | Introduction to Differential Equations | 4 |
MATHÂ 2080 | Calculus of Several Variables | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | Mathematical Reasoning & Proof | 4 |
MATHÂ 3161 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 4 |
MATHÂ 3170 | Introduction to Abstract Algebra | 4 |
Additional Courses | 12 | |
Total Credits | 48 |
Note
- In addition, students must complete the ETS Major Field Test in Mathematics as instructed by the department, and satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree as outlined in the University of Denver Undergraduate Bulletin.
- It is recommended that students take MATHÂ 3151 Advanced Linear Algebra after MATHÂ 2200 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof but before MATHÂ 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis and MATHÂ 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra.
Bachelor of Arts with a Concentration in FinanceÂ
Bachelor of Arts with a Concentration in Finance Major Requirements
(183 credits required for the degree)
This degree requires completion of 48 credits of MATH courses numbered 1951 or higher, including at least 20 credits at the 3000-level or higher. In addition, ACTG 2200, FIN 2800 and at least 12 credits in FIN courses at the 3000-level or higher are required. Students should work with Daniels advisors in order to make appropriate choices. The following courses are required:
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Mathematics 1 | ||
MATHÂ 1951 | Calculus I | 4 |
MATHÂ 1952 | Calculus II | 4 |
or MATH 1962 | Honors Calculus II | |
MATHÂ 1953 | Calculus III | 4 |
or MATH 1963 | Honors Calculus III | |
MATHÂ 2060 | Elements of Linear Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 2070 | Introduction to Differential Equations | 4 |
MATHÂ 2080 | Calculus of Several Variables | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | Mathematical Reasoning & Proof | 4 |
MATHÂ 3080 | Introduction to Probability | 4 |
MATHÂ 3161 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 4 |
Select one of the following: | 4 | |
Introduction to Abstract Algebra | ||
Advanced Linear Algebra | ||
Math Electives | 8 | |
Business 2 | ||
ACTGÂ 2200 | Introduction to Financial Reporting | 4 |
FINÂ 2800 | Financial Decision Making | 4 |
FIN Electives | 12 | |
Total Credits | 68 |
Notes
- In addition, students must complete the ETS Major Field Test in Mathematics as instructed by the department, and satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree with concentration in Finance as outlined in the University of Denver Undergraduate Bulletin.
- Students may enroll in ACTG 2200 Introduction to Financial Reporting only if they are formally enrolled in this degree, have completed MATH 2200 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof and have Microsoft Excel certification.
- Students in this program should work with Daniels advisors in order to make appropriate choices for 3000-level FIN electives, and ensure that prerequisites are followed.
- Students in this degree are not eligible for a Finance minor. Good choices for complementary minors include economics, statistics, or computer science.
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science Major RequirementsÂ
(183 credits required for the degree)
This degree requires completion of 52 credits of MATH courses numbered 1951 or higher, including at least 24 credits at the 3000-level or higher. The following courses are required:
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
MATHÂ 1951 | Calculus I | 4 |
MATHÂ 1952 | Calculus II | 4 |
or MATH 1962 | Honors Calculus II | |
MATHÂ 1953 | Calculus III | 4 |
or MATH 1963 | Honors Calculus III | |
MATHÂ 2060 | Elements of Linear Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 2070 | Introduction to Differential Equations | 4 |
MATHÂ 2080 | Calculus of Several Variables | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | Mathematical Reasoning & Proof | 4 |
MATHÂ 3161 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 4 |
MATHÂ 3170 | Introduction to Abstract Algebra | 4 |
A MATH course at the 3000-level or higher that (a) is different from MATHÂ 3161 and MATHÂ 3170 and (b) has either MATHÂ 2200 or another 3000-level MATH course as a prerequisite. | 4 | |
Additional courses | 12 | |
Total Credits | 52 |
Notes
- In addition, students must complete the ETS Major Field Test in Mathematics as instructed by the department, and satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree as outlined in the University of Denver Undergraduate Bulletin.
-
It is recommended that students take MATHÂ 3151 Advanced Linear Algebra after MATHÂ 2200 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof but before MATHÂ 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis and MATHÂ 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra.
- Students are encouraged to complete the analysis sequence MATHÂ 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis, MATHÂ 3162 Introduction to Real Analysis II, MATHÂ 3110 Topology, or the algebra sequence MATHÂ 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra, MATHÂ 3166 Group Theory, MATHÂ 3176 Rings and Fields.
Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Artificial IntelligenceÂ
Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Artificial Intelligence Major Requirements
(183 credits required for the degree)
This degree requires completion of 56 credits of MATH courses numbers 1951 or higher, including 28 credits at the 3000-level or higher.
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Required Courses | ||
MATHÂ 1951 | Calculus I | 4 |
MATHÂ 1952 | Calculus II | 4 |
MATHÂ 1953 | Calculus III | 4 |
MATHÂ 2060 | Elements of Linear Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 2070 | Introduction to Differential Equations | 4 |
MATHÂ 2080 | Calculus of Several Variables | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | Mathematical Reasoning & Proof | 4 |
MATHÂ 3080 | Introduction to Probability | 4 |
MATHÂ 3151 | Advanced Linear Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 3161 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 4 |
MATHÂ 3170 | Introduction to Abstract Algebra | 4 |
MATHÂ 3600 | Numerical Analysis | 4 |
Additional two Math of AI topics courses from among the following | 8 | |
Mathematics of Complex Networks | ||
Machine Learning: Linear Models and Regression | ||
Statistics and Stochastic Methods | ||
Total Credits | 56 |
Notes
- Students need to satisfy a programming requirement that can be satisfied by COMP 1351, COMP 1671, or by the new proposed course MATH 1800 Programing for Mathematicians
- It is recommended that students take MATH 3151 Advanced Linear Algebra after MATH 2200 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof but before MATH 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis and MATH 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra.
- In addition, students must complete the ETS Major Field Test in Mathematics as instructed by the department and satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree with concentration in Artificial Intelligence as outlined in the University of Denver Undergraduate Bulletin.
Secondary MajorÂ
Secondary Major
48 credits. Same requirements as for BA degree.
MinorÂ
Minor Requirements
This minor requires completion of at least 20 credits in MATH courses numbered 1951 or higher. COMP 2300 Discrete Structures in Computer Science may be counted toward the math minor. Courses not covered by these requirements must be approved in writing by a mathematics faculty advisor.
Requirements for Distinction in the Major in Mathematics
- Complete at least one of the following tracks with a GPA of 3.5 or more:
- Analysis Track: MATHÂ 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis, MATHÂ 3162 Introduction to Real Analysis II, MATHÂ 3110 Topology.
- Algebra Track: MATHÂ 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra, MATHÂ 3166 Group Theory, MATHÂ 3176 Rings and Fields.
- Complete an honor thesis.
The course plans below are intended to give students an example of how they might complete their degree requirements in four years. All of the required courses are included, but the quarters in which certain courses are taken can vary significantly from student to student.
For the first quarter of the first year, math majors are typically advised to take an FSEM, at least one math course (MATH 1951, or something else depending on credit earned through examinations) and enough other credits so that the student is enrolled in 16 or more credits total. Those additional other credits may include common curriculum courses, courses in a second major or minor, or electives.
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
First Year | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
FSEMÂ 1111 | 4 | WRITÂ 1122 | 4 | WRITÂ 1133 | 4 |
MATHÂ 1951 | 4 | MATHÂ 1952 | 4 | MATHÂ 1953 | 4 |
SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 |
AI: Society | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | AI: Society | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Second Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
MATHÂ 2060 | 4 | MATHÂ 2070 | 4 | MATHÂ 2080 | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | MATHÂ 31511 | 4 |
Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 |
Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 |
 | INTZ 25013 | 1-2 |  | ||
 | 16 |  | 17-18 |  | 16 |
Third Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
Study Abroad | 16 | MATHÂ 31702 | 4 | MATHÂ 31612 | 4 |
 | Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 | |
 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | |
 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Fourth Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
ASEM | 4 | MATH Elective | 4 | MATH Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Total Credits: 193-194 |
- 1
MATH 3151 is not required, but is recommended after taking MATH 2200 but before taking MATH 3161 or MATH 3170
- 2
Besides MATH 3161 and MATH 3170, an additional 12 MATH credits at the 3000-level are required
- 3
INTZÂ 2501Â is required for any student who studies abroad, and may be taken in any quarter within the year prior to studying abroad
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
First Year | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
FSEMÂ 1111 | 4 | WRITÂ 1122 | 4 | WRITÂ 1133 | 4 |
MATHÂ 1951 | 4 | MATHÂ 1952 | 4 | MATHÂ 1953 | 4 |
SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 |
AI: Society | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | AI: Society | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Second Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
MATHÂ 2060 | 4 | MATHÂ 2070 | 0-4 | MATHÂ 2080 | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | MATHÂ 31513 | 4 |
Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 |
Minor 11 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 |
 | INTZ 25012 | 1-2 |  | ||
 | 16 |  | 13-18 |  | 16 |
Third Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
Study Abroad | 16 | MATHÂ 31704 | 4 | MATHÂ 31614 | 4 |
 | Minor 1 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 | |
 | Minor 2 | 4 | Minor 2 | 4 | |
 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Fourth Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
ASEM | 4 | MATH Elective | 4 | MATH Elective | 4 |
MATH Elective | 4 | Minor 2 | 4 | Minor 2 | 4 |
Minor 2 | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Total Credits: 189-194 |
- 1
For the BS, one of the two minors must come from a BS-granting department (e.g., a Natural Science or Computer Science).
- 2
INTZÂ 2501Â is required for any student who studies abroad, and may be taken in any quarter within the year prior to studying abroad.
- 3
MATH 3151 is not required, but is recommended after taking MATH 2200 but before taking MATH 3161 or MATH 3170.
- 4
Besides MATH 3161 and MATH 3170, an additional 16 MATH credits at the 3000-level are required. One of these 16 credits, four must be from a course that has either MATH 2200 or another 3000-level MATH course as a prerequisite.
Students are encouraged to complete the analysis sequence MATH 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis, MATH 3162 Introduction to Real Analysis II, MATH 3110 Topology, or the algebra sequence MATH 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra, MATH 3166 Group Theory, MATH 3176 Rings and Fields.
Bachelor of Arts with Concentration in Finance
First Year | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
FSEMÂ 1111 | 4 | WRITÂ 1122 | 4 | WRITÂ 1133 | 4 |
MATHÂ 1951 | 4 | MATHÂ 1952 | 4 | MATHÂ 1953 | 4 |
SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 | SI: Natural | 4 |
AI: Society | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | AI: Society | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Second Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
MATHÂ 2060 | 4 | MATHÂ 2070 | 0-4 | MATHÂ 2080 | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | MATHÂ 31512 | 4 |
Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 |
Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 |
 | INTZ 25011 | 1-2 |  | ||
 | 16 |  | 13-18 |  | 16 |
Third Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
Study Abroad | 16 | MATHÂ 3080 | 4 | MATHÂ 31612 | 4 |
 | ACTG 2200 | 4 | FIN 2800 | 4 | |
 | Minor | 4 | Minor | 4 | |
 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Fourth Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
MATH Elective | 4 | MATH Elective | 4 | FIN Elective | 4 |
FIN Elective | 4 | FIN Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 | Elective | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Total Credits: 189-194 |
- 1
INTZÂ 2501Â is required for any student who studies abroad, and may be taken in any quarter within the year prior to studying abroad.
- 2
Besides MATH 3080, MATH 3161 and MATH 3151 (or MATH 3170), an additional 8 MATH credits at the 3000-level are required
Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Artificial IntelligenceÂ
First Year | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
FSEMÂ 1111 | 4 | WRITÂ 1122 | 4 | WRITÂ 1133 | 4 |
MATHÂ 1951 | 4 | MATHÂ 1952 | 4 | MATHÂ 1953 | 4 |
Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 | Language sequence | 4 |
Minor 1 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 16 |
Second Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
MATHÂ 2060 | 4 | MATHÂ 2070 | 0-4 | MATHÂ 2080 | 4 |
MATHÂ 2200 | 4 | SI: Society | 4 | MATHÂ 3151 | 4 |
Minor 1 | 4 | Minor 1 | 4 | SI: Society | 4 |
AI: Society | 4 | AI: Society | 4 | Elective | 4 |
 | 16 |  | 12-16 |  | 16 |
Third Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
Study Abroad | 16 | MATHÂ 3170 | 4 | MATHÂ 3161 | 4 |
 | MATH 3080 | 4 | MATH 3600 | 4 | |
 | Minor 2 | 4 | Minor 2 | 4 | |
 | Elective | 4 |  | ||
 | 16 |  | 16 |  | 12 |
Fourth Year | |||||
Fall | Credits | Winter | Credits | Spring | Credits |
Minor 2 | 4 | Math of AI | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Minor 2 | 4 | Advanced Seminar | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Elective | 4 | Minor 2 | 4 | Elective | 4 |
Math of AI | 4 | Â | Minor 2 | 4 | |
 | 16 |  | 12 |  | 16 |
Total Credits: 180-184 |
MATHÂ 1010 Elements of College Algebra (2,4 Credits)
This course is designed to review the required algebra skills to be successful in Business Calculus. The following topics are covered: review of basic algebra, solving equations and inequalities, rectangular coordinate systems and graphing, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and solving exponential and logarithmic equations. Students who completed a MATH course numbered 1200 or higher may not take this course.
MATHÂ 1070 College Algebra and Trigonometry (4 Credits)
Selected topics in algebra and analytic trigonometry intended to prepare students for the calculus sequence. Cannot be used to satisfy the Analytical Inquiry: The Natural and Physical World requirement. Students who completed a MATH course numbered 1951 or higher may not take this course.
MATHÂ 1150 Foundations Seminar (4 Credits)
The seminars offer challenging and interesting mathematical topics that require only high school mathematics. Examples of seminars are Introduction to Cryptography, Patterns and Symmetry, Mathematical Art and Patterns of Voting. This course counts toward the Analytical Inquiry: The Natural and Physical World requirement.
MATHÂ 1190 Algebra Workshop for Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (1 Credit)
This is a workshop that students can enroll in to accompany the course MATHÂ 1200, Calculus for Business and Social Sciences. The course will help support students in the algebra skills which are essential for success in MATHÂ 1200.
MATHÂ 1200 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (4 Credits)
This is a one-quarter course for students in business, social sciences, and liberal arts. It covers elementary differential calculus with emphasis on applications to business and the social sciences. Topics include functions, graphs, limits, continuity, differentiation, and mathematical models. Students are required to attend weekly labs. This course counts toward the Analytical Inquiry: The Natural and Physical World requirement.
MATHÂ 1941 Calculus I Workshop (1 Credit)
This is a workshop that students can enroll in to accompany the course MATHÂ 1951 Calculus I. Students will work in groups on challenging problems from Calculus to gain deeper understanding of the covered material. The workshop is not intended for remediation, tutoring, or working on homework assigned in the accompanying course. The workshop cannot be used toward math major/minor. Co-requisite: Students must be concurrently enrolled in MATHÂ 1951 Calculus I.
MATHÂ 1942 Calculus II Workshop (1 Credit)
This is a workshop that students can enroll in to accompany the course MATHÂ 1952 Calculus II. Students will work in groups on challenging problems from Calculus to gain deeper understanding of the covered material. The workshop is not intended for remediation, tutoring, or working on homework assigned in the accompanying course. The course cannot be used toward math major/minor. Co-requisite: Students must be concurrently enrolled in MATHÂ 1952 Calculus II.
MATHÂ 1943 Calculus III Workshop (1 Credit)
This is a workshop that students can enroll in to accompany the course MATHÂ 1953 Calculus III. Students will work in groups on challenging problems from Calculus to gain deeper understanding of the covered material. The workshop is not intended for remediation, tutoring, or working on homework assigned in the accompanying course. The course cannot be used toward math major/minor.
Co-requisite: Students must be concurrently enrolled in MATHÂ 1953 Calculus III.
MATHÂ 1951 Calculus I (4 Credits)
Limits, continuity, differentiation of functions of one variable, applications of the derivative. This course counts toward the Analytical Inquiry: The Natural and Physical World requirement. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1070 or equivalent.
MATHÂ 1952 Calculus II (4 Credits)
Differentiation and integration of functions of one variable especially focusing on the theory, techniques and applications of integration. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1951.
MATHÂ 1953 Calculus III (4 Credits)
Integration of functions of one variable, infinite sequences and series, polar coordinates, parametric equations. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1952 OR MATHÂ 1962.
MATHÂ 1962 Honors Calculus II (4 Credits)
Same topics as MATHÂ 1952 treated rigorously and conceptually. Topics include differentiation and integration of functions of one variable especially focusing on the theory, techniques and applications of integration. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 1951 and permission of instructor.
MATHÂ 1963 Honors Calculus III (4 Credits)
Same topics as MATHÂ 1953 treated rigorously and conceptually. Topics include integration of functions of one variable, infinite sequences and series, polar coordinates, parametric equations. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 1952 or MATHÂ 1962 and permission of instructor.
MATHÂ 1988 Study Abroad Resident Credit (0-18 Credits)
MATHÂ 2050 Symbolic Logic (4 Credits)
Modern propositional logic; symbolization and calculus of predicates, especially predicates of relation. This course counts toward the Analytical Inquiry: The Natural and Physical World requirement. Cross listed with PHILÂ 2160.
MATHÂ 2060 Elements of Linear Algebra (4 Credits)
Matrices, systems of linear equations, vectors, eigenvalues and eigenvectors; idea of a vector space; applications in the physical, social, engineering and life sciences. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1200 or MATHÂ 1951.
MATHÂ 2070 Introduction to Differential Equations (0-4 Credits)
Solution of linear differential equations; special techniques for nonlinear problems; mathematical modeling of problems from physical and biological sciences. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1953 or MATHÂ 1963.
MATHÂ 2080 Calculus of Several Variables (4 Credits)
Multivariable processes encountered in all sciences; multiple integration, partial differentiation and applications; algebra of vectors in Euclidean three-space; differentiation of scalar and vector functions. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1953 or MATHÂ 1963.
MATHÂ 2200 Mathematical Reasoning & Proof (4 Credits)
Introduction to theory of sets; relations and functions; logic, truth tables and propositional calculus; proof techniques; introduction to combinatorial techniques.
MATHÂ 2988 Study Abroad Resident Credit (0-18 Credits)
MATHÂ 3000 The Real World Seminar (1 Credit)
Lectures by alumni and others on surviving culture shock when leaving the University and entering the job world. Open to all students regardless of major. Cross listed with COMPÂ 3000.
MATHÂ 3010 History of Mathematics (4 Credits)
This course surveys major mathematical developments beginning with ancient Egyptians and Greeks and tracing the development through Hindu-Indian mathematics, Arabic mathematics, and European mathematics up to the 18th century. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1953 or MATHÂ 1963.
MATHÂ 3040 Lattices and Order (4 Credits)
Ordered sets, lattices as relational and as algebraic structures, ideals and filters, complete lattices, distributive and modular lattices, Boolean algebras, duality for finite distributive lattices. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3050 Set Theory (4 Credits)
Zermelo-Fraenkel axioms, axiom of choice, Zorn's Lemma, ordinals, cardinals, cardinal arithmetic. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3060 Mathematical Logic (4 Credits)
Classical propositional calculus (deductive systems and truth-table semantics), first-order logic (axiomatization and completeness), elements of recursion theory, introduction to nonclassical logics. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3080 Introduction to Probability (4 Credits)
Basic probability models, combinatorial methods, random variables, independence, conditional probability, probability laws, applications to classical problems. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 1953 or MATHÂ 1963.
MATHÂ 3090 Mathematical Probability (4 Credits)
Limit theorems for independent random variables, multivariate distributions, generating functions. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2080 and MATHÂ 3080.
MATHÂ 3110 Topology (4 Credits)
Point set topology including topological spaces, connectedness, compactness and separate axioms; preparation for advanced courses in analysis. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3161. Cross listed with MATHÂ 4110.
MATHÂ 3151 Advanced Linear Algebra (4 Credits)
Vector spaces, linear mappings, matrices, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2060 and MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3161 Introduction to Real Analysis (4 Credits)
A theoretical introduction to the structure of real numbers, to convergence of sequences and series, and to the topology of the real line, including limits and continuity. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2080 and MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3162 Introduction to Real Analysis II (4 Credits)
A rigorous introduction to the analysis of functions of a real variable, including differentiation, Riemann integration, and the notions of pointwise and uniform convergence for sequences of functions. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3161.
MATHÂ 3166 Group Theory (4 Credits)
Groups and homomorphisms, isomorphism theorems, symmetric groups and G-sets, the Sylow theorems, normal series, fundamental theorem of finitely generated abelian groups. Cross listed with MATHÂ 4166. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3170.
MATHÂ 3170 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (4 Credits)
Examples of groups, permutations, subgroups, cosets, Lagrange theorem, normal subgroups, factor groups, homomorphisms, isomorphisms, rings, integral domains, quaternions, rings of polynomials, Euclid algorithm, ideals, factor rings, maximal ideals, principal ideals, fields, construction of finite fields. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2060 and MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3176 Rings and Fields (4 Credits)
Rings, domains, fields; ideals, quotient rings, polynomials; PIDs, UFDs, Euclidean domains; maximal and prime ideals, chain conditions; extensions of fields, splitting fields, algebraic and transcendental extensions; brief introduction to Galois theory. Cross listed with MATHÂ 4176. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3170 or equivalent.
MATHÂ 3260 Metric Spaces (4 Credits)
Metric spaces and continuous functions; completeness and compactness; examples including norm spaces; pointwise and uniform convergence; Baire Category Theorem. Cross listed with MATHÂ 4260. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3161 or equivalent.
MATHÂ 3311 Linear Programming (4 Credits)
Linear optimization models, simplex algorithm, sensitivity analysis and duality, network models, dynamic programming, applications to physical, social and management sciences. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2060.
MATHÂ 3312 Markov Chains (4 Credits)
Discrete-time and continuous Markov Chains, ergodic theorems, random processes, elementary queueing theory, applications. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2060 and MATHÂ 3080.
MATHÂ 3351 Introduction to Dynamical Systems (4 Credits)
Dynamical systems (one-parameter families such as circle rotations/tent maps, shift spaces); global properties (transitivity/mixing/sensitivity); behavior of trajectories (chaos, long-term averages, periodicity). Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3161.
MATHÂ 3400 Introduction to Geometry (4 Credits)
Specific geometrical systems including finite, Euclidean, non-Euclidean and projective geometries. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3451 Chaos, Dynamics & Fractals (4 Credits)
Introduction to one-dimensional dynamical systems, fractals; fixed and periodic points; sources and sinks; period doubling and tangent node bifurcations; chaotic dynamical systems; Sarkovskii's Theorem. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3161.
MATHÂ 3550 Introduction to Theory of Numbers (4 Credits)
Concepts of nonanalytic number theory and its history; prime numbers, divisibility, continued fractions, modular arithmetic, Diophantine equations and unsolved conjectures. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3600 Numerical Analysis (4 Credits)
An introduction to numerical methods. Topics include: iterative methods, Banach fixed point method, Runge-Kutta and finite element methods for partial differential equations, numerical optimization and gradient descent algorithm, and back propagation in neural networks. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3605 Mathematics of Complex Networks (4 Credits)
An introduction to the study of complex networks, focusing on the modeling, classification and geometrical properties of complex systems. Topics include stochastic and non-stochastic models of complex networks, measures of centrality and clustering, influence propagation and geometric data (expansion, the small world phenomena and PageRank). Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3610 Machine Learning: Linear Models and Regression (4 Credits)
An introduction to modern regression techniques, with an emphasis in theoretical foundations and applications in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Topics include multilinear regression, polynomial regression, logistic regression, and support vector machines, including kernels methods. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3151 & MATHÂ 3080.
MATHÂ 3615 Statistics and Stochastic Methods (4 Credits)
Statistical decision theory, estimation, testing, confidence intervals. Bayesian statistics, introduction to Markov chains, and hidden Markov chains with applications to artificial intelligence. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200 & MATHÂ 3080.
MATHÂ 3651 Ordinary Differential Equations (4 Credits)
Modeling of phenomena by ordinary differential equations; techniques of analysis and solution of such equations; oscillation theory and boundary value problems, power series methods, special functions, Laplace transforms and difference equations. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2060 and MATHÂ 2070.
MATHÂ 3661 Partial Differential Equations (4 Credits)
First and second order linear equations, Fourier series, the wave equation, the Cauchy problem, the heat equation, maximum principles, Laplace's equation, Green's functions. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2070 and MATHÂ 2080.
MATHÂ 3701 Combinatorics (4 Credits)
The principle of inclusion and exclusion, elementary counting techniques, systems of distinct representatives, partitions, recursion and generating functions, Latin squares, designs and projective planes. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3705 Topics in Mathematics (4 Credits)
Varying selected advanced topics in mathematics, depending on student demand and instructor interest.
MATHÂ 3710 Graph Theory (4 Credits)
Paths, cycles, trees, Euler tours and Hamilton cycles, bipartite graphs, matchings, basic connectivity theorems, planar graphs, Kuratowski's theorem, chromatic number, n-color theorems, introduction to Ramsey theory. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3720 Coding Theory (4 Credits)
Goals of coding theory and information theory, instantaneous and Huffman codes, Shannon theorems, block and linear codes, generating and parity-check matrices, Hamming codes, perfect codes, binary Golay code, Reed-Muller codes, cyclic codes, BCH codes, Reed-Solomon codes, ideas of convolutional and turbo codes. Prerequisite: MATHÂ 3170.
MATHÂ 3851 Functions Complex Variable (4 Credits)
Complex numbers, analytic functions, complex integration, series expansions, residue theory, conformal maps, advanced topics and applications. Prerequisites: MATHÂ 2060 and MATHÂ 2080 and MATHÂ 2200.
MATHÂ 3951 Advanced Proofs and Problem Solving (4 Credits)
Problem solving techniques for contest-style math problems, with applications to areas including calculus, linear algebra, geometry, number theory, and linear recurrences. Emphasis will be on short introductions to a variety of topics, and meticulous and careful proof-writing requiring creative solutions to open-ended problems.
MATHÂ 3988 Study Abroad Resident Credit (0-18 Credits)
MATHÂ 3991 Independent Study (1-10 Credits)
Cannot be arranged for any course that appears in regular course schedule for that particular year.
MATHÂ 3995 Independent Research (1-10 Credits)