Catalog 2020-2021

MAT - Mathematics

Credit cannot be earned in mathematics courses that are prerequisites for courses already completed.

MAT 150 Introductory Algebra

A study of the basic concepts of algebra such as first-degree equations, factoring, rational expressions, graphing, quadratic equations, exponents and radicals. May not be used to satisfy general distribution requirements of the Baccalaureate Experience.

Credit Hours: 4

MAT 155 Finite Mathematics for Liberal Arts

Appropriate as a general distribution requirement for liberal arts students. Topics include graph theory, planning and scheduling, data collection, descriptive statistics, social choices and voting, the problem of fair division, and the study of size and shape.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 150 or equivalent.

MAT 160 College Algebra

Topics include functions and their graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and matrices.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 150 or equivalent.

MAT 170 Precalculus

Covers exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, applications of trigonometric functions and polar coordinates.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 160 or equivalent.

MAT 180 College Geometry

This course covers the basic concepts of geometry to include properties of geometric shapes, transformations, similarity, problem solving and proof writing. May not be used to satisfy general distribution requirements of the Baccalaureate Experience.
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 160 or equivalent

MAT 201 Introduction to Statistics

An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, with applications in various disciplines using statistical computer software. May not be used to satisfy general distribution requirements of the Baccalaureate Experience.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 155 or equivalent (or higher).

MAT 225 Calculus for Business

This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental components of differential and integral calculus, with a particular emphasis on those aspects of calculus that have applications to business. The course covers exponential and logarithmic functions, limits, differentiation and differentiation techniques, applications of the derivative (e.g., marginal cost, marginal revenue, rate of growth), anti-derivatives, the integral as an area, functions of several variables, and partial derivatives.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 160 or equivalent.

MAT 260 Calculus I

Covers limits, continuity, differentiation, applications of derivatives, integration, and integration by substitution.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 170 with a grade of "C" or higher, or equivalent.

MAT 261 Calculus II

Covers integration techniques and applications, parametric and polar curves, sequences and infinite series.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 260 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 262 Calculus III

Covers vectors in two and three dimensional space, partial derivatives, multiple integration and vector calculus.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 261 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 285 Programming with Mathematical Applications

This course teaches programming fundamentals such as program design and modularity, with an emphasis on mathematical applications. Mathematical fields from which problems will be drawn include number theory, linear algebra, statistics, differential equations, multivariable calculus and modeling.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 261 with a grade of "C" or higher

MAT 299 Introduction to Higher Mathematics

Covers proof techniques, basic set theory, relations and partitions, functions and cardinality.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 262 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 300 Differential Equations

Covers first-order differential equations with applications, higher-order differential equations with applications, systems of differential equations and numerical solutions of differential equations.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 262 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 301 Discrete Mathematics

Covers sets, induction, algorithms, recursion, matrices, relations, functions, digraphs, partially ordered sets, lattices, Boolean algebra, switching circuits, trees and combinatorial analysis.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 308 Linear Algebra

Covers systems of equations, matrices, vectors spaces and subspaces, dimension, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 310 Probability

The main objective of this course is to provide students with an introduction to probability and its applications. Basic ideas of probability and random variables, discrete probability functions, continuous probability densities, joint distributions, transformation of random variables, moments, and moment generating functions of random variables, and limit theorems will be discussed.
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 315 Actuarial Mathematics P

Actuarial Mathematics P is intended, but not limited to actuarial science majors. The course covers the basic principles of insurance and risk management and introduces students to the actuarial profession. The course has a problem-solving approach, where probability theory is applied to solve problems related to quantitative assessment of risk. MAT 315 is designed to provide preparation for the Society of Actuaries (SOA) "Exam P".
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 310 Probability with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 401 Real Analysis

Covers the theory of limits, continuity, differentiation and integration.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 410 Complex Analysis

Covers complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary functions, integrals, series, residues and poles.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 415 Actuarial Mathematics FM

Actuarial Mathematics FM is intended for, but not limited to actuarial science majors. The course is designed to provide an understanding of the fundamental concepts of financial mathematics, and how those concepts are applied in calculating present and accumulated values for various streams of cash flows.  A substantial portion of the course is dedicated to problem solving in a preparation for the Society of Actuaries (SOA) “Exam FM”.
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 310 Probability with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 420 Modern Abstract Algebra

Covers the theory of groups, rings and fields.

Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 425 Mathematical Statistics

Mathematical Statistics is intended, but not limited to mathematics and actuarial science majors. This course focuses on inferential statistics and the theory of estimation. It covers a number of different methods of estimation, including the method of moments and the method of maximum likelihood. Students will become familiar with the construction of confidence intervals for unknown parameters, and construction of hypothesis tests via the likelihood ratio.
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisites

MAT 201 (or equivalent) and MAT 310 Probability with a grade of "C" or higher.

MAT 450 Independent Study

Involves independent study directed by a full-time mathematics faculty member on a topic agreed upon by the faculty member and the student. May be repeated for credit if subject matter varies.
Credit Hours: 1-4

Prerequisites

Consent of department chair.

MAT 490 Senior Seminar

An in-depth study of a topic in mathematics or mathematical programming. Requires consultation with a faculty member, personal research, library research and an oral presentation.

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisites

Senior standing in mathematics or mathematical programming. Must have completed at least four (4) mathematics courses numbered MAT 300 or above. Permission of the department chair required.

MAT 491 Undergraduate Research in Mathematics

This course provides a research experience in different topics of mathematics. Students select a specific research topic to investigate in collaboration with the instructor. The research work culminates with a presentation at an undergraduate conference, and optionally a publication.
Credit Hours: 2

Prerequisites

MAT 299 with a grade of "C" or higher. If the class is taken in place of MAT 490, then the student must have completed at least four (4) mathematics courses numbered MAT 300 or above.

MAT 495 Internship in Mathematics

This internship exposes the student to a real-life learning experience. Students are hired by an organization for the specific objective of gaining work experience in that organization. The internship might be paid or unpaid, for a variable number of credit hours (1-4).  A student should work 56 hours for one credit hour. The internship should be in the actuarial field or other math-related fields, previously approved by the instructor.
Credit Hours: 1-4

Prerequisites

Junior or senior standing with a GPA of 2.25 or higher.

MAT 499 Selected Topics

Subject may be chosen from point-set topology, partial differential equations, combinatorics, graph theory or other topics.

Credit Hours: 1-4