The Undergraduate Curriculum Models in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics



We offer four curriculum models for a Major in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics: 

Each curriculum model requires a total of 120 semester credit hours.  The freshman year is the same in all models, and the core curriculum requirements are identical.  In fact, all required courses (math and non-math) below the 4000-level, with one exception, are the same in all models.  (The exception is that ADSM requires MATH-3710, Discrete Math, instead of MATH-3100, Introduction to Advanced Math.)  This makes it easy for students to switch from one curriculum model to another, even after completion of their sophomore year.
Specific course requirements for the four curriculum models are detailed below. 

 

The Mathematics Curriculum (MATH)


Freshman Year


Fall Semester (17 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-1610, Calculus I (4) MATH-1620, Calculus II (4)
Core Philosophy (3) COMP-1200, Intro to Computing (2)
ENGL-1100, English Composition I (3) ENGL-1120, English Composition II (3)
Core History I (3) Core History II (3)
Core Science I (4) Core Science II (4)




Sophomore Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (15 hours)
MATH-2630, Calculus III (4) MATH-2650, Differential Equations (3)
MATH-2660, Linear Algebra (3) STAT-3600, Probability & Statistics I (3)
Core Social Science I (3) MATH-3100, Intro to Advanced Math (3)
ENGL-2200, Great Books I (3) ENGL-2210, Great Books II (3)
Elective (3) Elective (3)




Junior Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-5200, Analysis I (3) MATH-5210, Analysis II (3)
MATH-5310, Algebra I (3) MATH-5320, Algebra II (3)
Core Social Science II (3) Core Fine Arts (3)
Elective (3) Elective (3)
Foreign Language I (4) Foreign Language II (4)




Senior Year


Fall Semester (12 hours)  Spring Semester (12 hours)
MATH-5500, Topology (3) Math Elective (3)
Applied Math Elective (3) Math Elective (3)
Math Elective (3) Math Elective (3)
Elective (3) Elective (3)

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Definitions

Core Science I/II:  One of the sequences Engineering Physics I/II, Principles of Biology/Organismal Biology, Fundamentals of Chemistry I/II, Physical/Historical Geology.

Math Electives:  Courses designated MATH or STAT at the level of 3000 or higher; no more than one 3000-level course.  Subject to advisor’s approval.

Applied Math Elective:  Any 5000-level MATH course in the area of Applied Math.  See advisor for approved courses.

Foreign Language I/II:  Any two-semester course sequence in a foreign language.  It is recommended that students continuing language studies from high-school take the sequence as early as possible.



The Applied Mathematics Curriculum (AMTH)

Freshman Year


Fall Semester (17 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-1610, Calculus I (4) MATH-1620, Calculus II (4)
Core Philosophy (3) COMP-1200, Intro to Computing (2)
ENGL-1100, English Composition I (3) ENGL-1120, English Composition II (3)
Core History I (3) Core History II (3)
Core Science I (4) Core Science II (4)




Sophomore Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (15 hours)
MATH-2630, Calculus III (4) MATH-2650, Differential Equations (3)
MATH-2660, Linear Algebra (3) STAT-3600, Probability & Statistics I (3)
Core Social Science I (3) MATH-3100, Intro to Advanced Math (3)
ENGL-2200, Great Books I (3) ENGL-2210, Great Books II (3)
Interdisciplinary Elective (3) Interdisciplinary Elective (3)




Junior Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-5200, Analysis I (3) MATH-5210, Analysis II (3)
MATH-5630, Numerical Analysis I (3) MATH-5640, Numerical Analysis II (3)
Core Social Science II (3) Core Fine Arts (3)
Interdisciplinary Elective (3) Interdisciplinary Elective (3)
Elective (4) Elective (4)




Senior Year


Fall Semester (12 hours)  Spring Semester (12 hours)
MATH-5670, Prob. & Stoch. Proc. I (3) Math Elective (3)
MATH-5000, Math. Modeling (3) Math Elective (3)
Math Elective (3) Math Elective (3)
Interdisciplinary Elective (3) Elective (3)

UNIV-4990, Graduation Check (0)
 

Definitions

Core Science I/II:  One of the sequences Engineering Physics I/II, Principles of Biology/Organismal Biology, Fundamentals of Chemistry I/II, Physical/Historical Geology.

Math Electives:  Courses designated MATH or STAT at the level of 3000 or higher; no more than one 3000-level course.  Subject to advisor’s approval.

Interdisciplinary Electives:  Courses in areas concerned with applications of mathematics.  At least three courses must be taken in the same general area. Students should consult with MATH advisors in choosing interdisciplinary electives and must have a plan of study on file in the Dean's Office in order to be cleared for graduation. In general, students may choose from 2000 level courses or above in the schools of Business, Engineering, and Science and Mathematics. Also, COSAM courses at the 1000 level that are prerequisites for 2000 level COSAM courses would generally satisfy the requirement (for example PHYS 1600-1610 and CHEM 1110-1120).

Coherence Requirement:  Course choices for Core Science, Interdisciplinary Electives, and Math Electives must constitute a coherent plan of study, chosen with advisor's approval.

 

The Applied Mathematics Curriculum:

Applied Discrete Mathematics Option (ADSM)

Freshman Year


Fall Semester (17 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-1610, Calculus I (4) MATH-1620, Calculus II (4)
Core Philosophy (3) COMP-1200, Intro to Computing (2)
ENGL-1100, English Composition I (3) ENGL-1120, English Composition II (3)
Core History I (3) Core History II (3)
Core Science I (4) Core Science II (4)




Sophomore Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (15 hours)
MATH-2630, Calculus III (4) MATH-2650, Differential Equations (3)
MATH-2660, Linear Algebra (3) STAT-3600, Probability & Statistics I (3)
Core Social Science I (3) MATH-3710, Discrete Math (3)
ENGL-2200, Great Books I (3) ENGL-2210, Great Books II (3)
COMP-2000, Prog. With HTML & Java (3) COMP-3000, Object-oriented Prog. (3)




Junior Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-5750, Graph Theory (3) Analysis Elective (3)
MATH-5310, Algebra I (3) MATH-5330, Computational Algebra (3)
Core Social Science II (3) Core Fine Arts (3)
Interdisciplinary Elective (3) Interdisciplinary Elective (3)
Elective (4) Elective (4)




Senior Year


Fall Semester (12 hours)  Spring Semester (12 hours)
Discrete Math Elective (3) Discrete Math Elective (3)
Discrete Math Elective (3) Math Elective (3)
Algebra/Linear Algebra Elective (3) Math Elective (3)
Interdisciplinary Elective (3) Elective (3)

UNIV-4990, Graduation Check (0)

Definitions

Core Science I/II:  One of the sequences Engineering Physics I/II, Principles of Biology/Organismal Biology, Fundamentals of Chemistry I/II, Physical/Historical Geology.

Math Electives:  Courses designated MATH or STAT at the level of 3000 or higher; no more than one 3000-level course.  Subject to advisor’s approval.

Discrete Math Electives:  5000-level MATH courses in the area of Discrete Mathematics.  See advisor for approved courses.

Analysis Elective:  Any 5000-level MATH course in the area of Analysis.  See advisor for approved courses.

Algebra/Linear Algebra Elective:  Any 5000-level MATH course in the area of Algebra/Linear Algebra. See advisor for approved courses.

Interdisciplinary Electives:  Courses in areas concerned with applications of mathematics.  At least three courses must be taken in the same general area. Students should consult with MATH advisors in choosing interdisciplinary electives and must have a plan of study on file in the Dean's Office in order to be cleared for graduation. In general, students may choose from 2000 level courses or above in the schools of Business, Engineering, and Science and Mathematics. Also, COSAM courses at the 1000 level that are prerequisites for 2000 level COSAM courses would generally satisfy the requirement (for example PHYS 1600-1610 and CHEM 1110-1120).

Coherence Requirement:  Course choices for Core Science, Interdisciplinary Electives, Math Electives, and Discrete Math, Analysis, and Algebra/Linear Algebra Electives must constitute a coherent plan of study, chosen with advisor's approval.

 

The Applied Mathematics Curriculum:

Actuarial Sciences Option (ACTU)

Freshman Year


Fall Semester (17 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-1610, Calculus I (4) MATH-1620, Calculus II (4)
Core Philosophy (3) COMP-1200, Intro to Computing (2)
ENGL-1100, English Composition I (3) ENGL-1120, English Composition II (3)
Core History I (3) Core History II (3)
Core Science I (4) Core Science II (4)




Sophomore Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (15 hours)
MATH-2630, Calculus III (4) MATH-2790, Math of Interest Theory (3)
MATH-2660, Linear Algebra (3) MATH-2650, Differential Equations (3)
ACCT-2910, Fund. of Accounting (3) MATH-3100, Intro to Advanced Math (3)
ENGL-2200, Great Books I (3) ENGL-2210, Great Books II (3)
ECON-2020, Microeconomics (3) ECON-2030, Macroeconomics (3)




Junior Year


Fall Semester (16 hours)  Spring Semester (16 hours)
MATH-4790, Actuarial Seminar (3) MATH-4820, Act. Seminar in Prob. (3)
STAT-3600, Probability & Statistics I (3) Math Elective (3)
Core Social Science I (3) Statistics Requisite (3)
Core Fine Arts (3) FINC-3610, Business Finance (3)
Elective (4) Elective (4)




Senior Year


Fall Semester (12 hours)  Spring Semester (12 hours)
MATH-5800, Actuarial Math I (3) MATH-5810, Actuarial Math II (3)
MATH-5000, Math. Modeling (3) Math Elective (3)
FINC-3630, Adv. Business Finance (3) Math Elective (3)
Elective (3) Elective (3)

UNIV-4990, Graduation Check (0)

Definitions

Core Science I/II:  One of the sequences Engineering Physics I/II, Principles of Biology/Organismal Biology, Fundamentals of Chemistry I/II, Physical/Historical Geology.

Math Electives:  Courses designated MATH or STAT at the level of 3000 or higher; no more than one 3000-level course.  Subject to advisor’s approval.

Statistics Requisite:  Any course that will serve as the statistics prerequisite for FINC-3630.  See advisor for approved courses.

Coherence Requirement:  Course choices for Core Science and Math Electives, together with the required interdisciplinary courses, must constitute a coherent plan of study, chosen with advisor's approval.