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The mathematics major is designed to prepare students for graduate work in mathematics, for teaching mathematics in secondary school, and for a variety of careers in mathematics-related fields in government, business, or industry.
All students are expected to learn methods and techniques of problem-solving and to develop facility in the mathematical mode of thinking. They are expected to become acquainted with the major areas of current interest in mathematics, with the great achievements of the past, and with the fundamental problems of number, space, and infinity.
The minor in Applied Mathematics is designed for students majoring in any discipline that uses mathematical tools to enhance that field of study, especially physics, economics, biology, chemistry or any social science with a quantitative focus. The minor will introduce students to calculus, linear algebra, differential equations and mathematical modeling.
A student with a major or minor in Mathematics may not also minor in Applied Mathematics.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain core concepts in algebra and analysis
- Analyze the reasoning in mathematical proofs
- Construct clear, coherent, and logical proofs, including proofs by contradiction and mathematical induction
- Solve mathematical problems by identifying and applying the mathematcal techniques appropriate to each problem
- Demonstrate clear written articulation and effective oral communication of mathematical ideas
- Implement mathematical skills and techniques in real-world problems outside of mathematics