Mathematics

MTH 102. Fundamentals of Math. 3 Hours

FUNDAMENTALS OF MATH - Sets, functions and graphs, exponents, polynomials and algebraic equations, systems of equations. Prerequisite(s): One year of high school algebra.

MTH 114. Contemporary Math. 3 Hours

CONTEMPORARY MATH - Study of contemporary mathematical topics and their applications. Topics may include management science, statistics, social choice, size and shape, and computer mathematics. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra.

MTH 116. Precalculus Math. 4 Hours

PRECALCULUS MATH - Review of topics from algebra and trigonometry including polynomials, functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions and identities. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra.

MTH 128. Finite Math. 3 Hours

FINITE MATHEMATICS - Topics from mathematics used in business including systems of equations, inequalities, matrix algebra, linear programming and logarithms; applications to compound interest, annuities and other finance problems. Prerequisite(s): MTH 102 or sufficient college preparatory mathematics.

MTH 129. Calc for Business. 3 Hours

CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS - Topics from differential and integral calculus used in business; applications to optimizing financial functions, marginal functions in economics, and consumer or producer surplus. Prerequisite(s): MTH 128 or sufficient college preparatory mathematics.

MTH 137. Calc I with Review. 4 Hours

CALCULUS I WITH REVIEW - Introduction to the differential and integral calculus with an extensive review of algebra and trigonometry; differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions with applications. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra.

MTH 138. Calc I with Review. 4 Hours

CALCULUS I WITH REVIEW - Introduction to the differential and integral calculus with an extensive review of algebra and trigonometry; differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions with applications. Prerequisite(s): MTH 137.

MTH 148. Introductory Calc I. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS I - Introduction to the differential and integral calculus; differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions with applications to the life and social sciences. Prerequisite(s): MTH 116 or equivalent.

MTH 149. Introductory Calc II. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS II - Continuation of MTH 148. Multivariable calculus, matrices, difference equations, probability, discrete and continuous random variables, and differential equations with applications to the life and social sciences. Prerequisite(s): MTH 138 or MTH 148.

MTH 168. Anly Geom & Calc I. 4 Hours

ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS I - Introduction to the differential and integral calculus; differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions with applications to science and engineering. Prerequisite(s): MTH 116 or equivalent.

MTH 169. Anly Geom & Calc II. 4 Hours

ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS II - Continuation of MTH 168. Conic sections, techniques of integration with applications to science and engineering, infinite series, indeterminate forms, Taylor's theorem. Prerequisite(s): MTH 138 or MTH 168.

MTH 204. Math Concepts I. 3 Hours

MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS I - First course of a two-semester sequence designed for pre-service teachers. Concepts necessary for an understanding of the structure of arithmetic and its algorithms, number patterns, sets, problem solving, percent, relation and proportion, use of calculators. Prerequisite(s): One year of high school algebra; one year of high school geometry.

MTH 205. Math Concepts II. 3 Hours

MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS II - Continuation of MTH 204. Topics include probability, representing and interpreting data, the metric system, elementary geometry, geometric patterns, coordinate geometry, algebra and geometry, transformations, computer literacy. Prerequisite(s): MTH 204.

MTH 207. Intro to Statistics. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS - Introduction to the concepts of statistical thinking for students whose majors do not require calculus. Methods of presenting data, including graphical methods. Using data to make decisions and draw conclusions. Basic ideas of drawing a sample and interpreting the information that it contains. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra.

MTH 214. Math Concepts for MS. 3 Hours

MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS - Concepts necessary for an understanding of the arithmetic taught in both elementary and middle grades. Includes a study of the structure of arithmetic and its algorithms; problem solving; reasoning and proof; proportional reasoning; use of computers and calculators to solve problems. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra.

MTH 215. Alg,Funcs&Graphs. 3 Hours

ALGEBRA, FUNCTIONS AND GRAPHS - Development of the algebra of various families of functions including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; factoring and roots; interpretation of graphs; use of calculators and data collection devices to solve problems. Prerequisite(s): MTH 214.

MTH 216. Calc Concepts&Apps. 3 Hours

CALCULUS CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS - Develop conceptual understanding of basic calculus concepts; introduction to the notion of limit; rates of change; slopes and area computations; use of calculators and data collection devices to make predictions, estimations, and solve problems. Prerequisite(s): MTH 215.

MTH 218. Anly Geom & Calc III. 4 Hours

ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS III - Continuation of MTH 169. Solid analytic geometry, vectors and vector functions, multivariable calculus, partial derivatives, multiple integrals. Prerequisite(s): MTH 169.

MTH 219. Appl Diff Equations. 3 Hours

APPLIED DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS - First order equations, linear equations with constant coefficients, systems of equations, the Laplace transform, numerical methods, applications. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218.

MTH 229. Theory of Interest. 3 Hours

THEORY OF INTEREST - Rigorous, calculus-based treatment of the Theory of Interest. Topics covered include interest, compounding, discounting, annuities, sinking funds, amortization, bonds, yield rates, and applications of these ideas and processes to problems in finance. Prerequisite(s): MTH 169.

MTH 250. Adv Tech Mathematics. 3 Hours

ADVANCED TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS - Appropriate analytical techniques for students of engineering technology; topics include integration by parts, multivariable calculus, complex numbers, matrices and system of linear equations, and first and second order differential equations. Applications are appropriate for the engineering technology programs (circuits, vibrations, and heat transfer). Prerequisite(s): MTH 138 or MTH 168.

MTH 266. Disc&Fin Mth in MS. 3 Hours

DISCRETE AND FINITE MATHEMATICS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS - Topics in finite and discrete mathematics; linear programming; applications in finance; graph theory; mathematics of social choice; logic; use of computers and calculators to model and solve problems. Prerequisite(s): MTH 214.

MTH 270. Geom Concepts&Apps. 3 Hours

GEOMETRY CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS - Introduction to the geometry of two- and three-dimensional space; patterns in geometry; measurement systems; transformations and similarity; coordinate geometry; the algebra of geometry; trigonometry; use of dynamic computer software to explore geometric concepts. Prerequisite(s): MTH 214.

MTH 290. Topics-(Named Area). 1-3 Hours

TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS - Exploration of varying topics appropriate for the needs of the pre-service training of teachers of mathematics. May be repeated as topics change. Prerequisite(s): One mathematics course beyond MTH 102; permission of department chairperson and/or instructor.

MTH 295. Hst Rts of Elem Math. 3 Hours

HISTORICAL ROOTS OF ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS - Fundamental historical development of modern arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and number systems from early Egyptian, Babylonian, and Greek sources. Students may not receive credit for both this course and MTH 395. Prerequisite(s): MTH 214.

MTH 308. Fndtn & Discrete Mth. 3 Hours

FOUNDATIONS AND DISCRETE MATHEMATICS - An introduction to proof using topics in foundational and discrete mathematics; propositional logic; number theory; sequences and recursion; set theory; relations; combinatorics; linear programming. Prerequisite(s): MTH 169.

MTH 310. Lin Alg & Matrices. 3 Hours

LINEAR ALGEBRA AND MATRICES - Fundamental concepts of vector spaces, determinants, linear transformations, matrices, inner product spaces, and eigen-vectors. Offered each term. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308. (May be taken as corequisites).

MTH 328. Actuarial Prob Sem. 1 Hour

ACTUARIAL PROBABILITY SEMINAR - Problem solving seminar to develop and improve skills in applied probability. This seminar will focus on actuarial applications of probability theory. Prerequisite(s): MTH 411.

MTH 329. Acturarial Fin Sem. 1 Hour

ACTURARIAL FINANCE SEMINAR - Problem solving seminar to develop and improve skills in applied mathematical finance. This seminar will focus on integrating the mathematical presentation of the Theory of Interest to the field of finance. Prerequisite(s): FIN 470; MTH 229.

MTH 330. Intermed Analysis. 3 Hours

INTERMEDIATE ANALYSIS - Theoretical development of the calculus of a real-valued function of a real variable. Topics include the algebraic and topological properties of the real line, limits of sequences and functions, continuity, differentiability, and integration. Prerequisite(s): MTH 310.

MTH 342. Set Theory. 3 Hours

SET THEORY - Elementary set theory including relations, functions, indexed families, denumerable and nondenumerable sets, cardinal and ordinal arithmetic, Zorn's Lemma, the well-ordering principle and transfinite induction. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308.

MTH 343. Math-CPE&ELE Engr. 3 Hours

MATHEMATICS FOR ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERS - Linear algebra and matrices, complex variables, mathematical transforms and their inter-relations. Focus on mathematical theories as well as applications and an extensive use of MATLAB. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219.

MTH 361. Intro-Abstrct Algbra. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT ALGEBRA - Fundamental concepts of groups, rings, integral domains and fields. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308.

MTH 367. Statistical Meth I. 3 Hours

STATISTICAL METHODS I - Probability distributions including binomial, hypergeometric, Poisson, and normal. Estimation of population mean and standard deviation: Confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses using t-, Chi-square, and F-statistics. Mathematics majors enroll in MTH 411 instead of MTH 367. Prerequisite(s): MTH 149 or MTH 169.

MTH 368. Statistical Meth II. 3 Hours

STATISTICAL METHODS II - Distribution-free methods including rank tests, sign tests, and Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. Method of least squares, correlation, linear regression, analysis of variance. Design of experiments and computer applications. Mathematics majors enroll in MTH 412 instead of 368. Prerequisite(s): MTH 367.

MTH 370. Intro to Higher Geom. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO HIGHER GEOMETRY - Projective, affine, and hyperbolic geometries using synthetic and/or analytic techniques. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308.

MTH 376. Number Theory. 3 Hours

NUMBER THEORY - Topics include Diophantine equations, Chinese Remainder theorem, Mobius inversion formula, quadratic residues and the Law of Quadratic Reciprocity, Gaussian integers, and integral quaternions. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308.

MTH 395. Develop-Mathmtl Idea. 3 Hours

DEVELOPMENT OF MATHEMATICAL IDEAS - The evolution of mathematical ideas and techniques from ancient times to the present with emphasis on the Greek era. Famous people and famous problems. Chronological outline of mathematics in each of its branches along with applications. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218, MTH 308.

MTH 403. Boundary Value Probs. 3 Hours

BOUNDARY VALUE PROBLEMS - Introduction to the Sturm-Liouville problem. Fourier trigonometric series, Fourier integrals, Bessel functions, and Legendre polynomials. The heat equation, wave equation, and Laplace's equation with applications. Solutions by the product method. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219, MTH 310.

MTH 404. Complex Variables. 3 Hours

COMPLEX VARIABLES - Functions of a complex variable, conformal mapping, integration in the complex plane. Laurent series and residue theory. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219.

MTH 411. Probablty & Stat I. 3 Hours

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS I - Mathematical probability, random variables, Bayes' Theorem, Chebyshev's Inequality, Binomial, Poisson, and Normal probability laws, moment generating functions, limit theorems, descriptive statistics, large sample statistical inference. MTH 308 is recommended as preparation for this course. Prerequisite(s): MTH 218.

MTH 412. Probablty & Stat II. 3 Hours

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS II - Multivariate distributions, transformations of random variables, sampling distribution theory, estimation of parameters including maximum likelihood, confidence intervals, the Neyman-Pearson lemma, tests of hypotheses, likelihood ratio tests. Prerequisite(s): MTH 411.

MTH 430. Real Analysis. 3 Hours

REAL ANALYSIS - Continuation of MTH 330. Topics include the theory of convergence of sequences and series of functions in the context of metric spaces, uniform continuity, uniform convergence, and integration. Prerequisite(s): MTH 330.

MTH 435. Adv Multivar Calc. 3 Hours

ADVANCED MULTIVARIATE CALCULUS - Topics include directional derivatives, chain rule, Lagrange multipliers, Taylor's formula, the mean value theorem, inverse mapping theorem, implicit function theorem, integration, Fubini's theorem, change of variables, line integrals, Green's theorem and Stoke's theorem. Prerequisite(s): MTH 310.

MTH 440. Intro Math Modeling. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICAL MODELING - Introduction to the use of mathematical techniques and results in constructing and modifying models designed to solve problems encountered in everyday life. Computer simulation and limitations thereof, dimensional analysis, scaling and approximations at various levels are discussed. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219, MTH 310.

MTH 441. Mathematics Clinic. 1 Hour

MATHEMATICS CLINIC - Student teams will be responsible for the development and/or modification and testing of a mathematical model designed for a particular purpose. Faculty guidance. Prerequisite(s): MTH 440; permission of department chairperson.

MTH 445. Special Topics. 1-3 Hours

SPECIAL TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS - Lectures in specialized areas such as abstract algebra, applied mathematics, complex variables, differential forms, functional analysis, Galois theory, game theory, general topology, normed linear spaces, probability theory, real variables, topological groups. May be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.

MTH 458. Math Models in Fin. 3 Hours

MATHEMATICAL MODELS IN FINANCE - Mathematical models in finance which include discrete and continuous models for stock price, interest rate model, bond pricing model, and option pricing model. Quantitative methods are introduced and employed. The methods include Black-Scholes formula, Monte-Carlo simulation, and binomial tree. Markowitz's optimal portfolio selection method is introduced and employed. Prerequisite(s): MTH 310.

MTH 465. Linear Algebra. 3 Hours

LINEAR ALGEBRA - Vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, determinants, inner product spaces, invariant direct-sum decomposition and the Jordan canonical form. Prerequisite(s): MTH 310.

MTH 466. Grph Thry&Combntrics. 3 Hours

GRAPH THEORY AND COMBINATIORICS - Graphs as algebraic structures; Eulerian, Hamiltonian, complete, connected and planar graphs. Applications include scheduling and routing problems. Discussion of algorithms for optimal or near-optimal solutions. Combinatorial topics could include generating functions, recurrence relations, Polya's theorem and Ramsey Theory. Prerequisite(s): MTH 308 or MTH 310.

MTH 467. Comb Design Theory. 3 Hours

COMBINATORIAL DESIGN THEORY - Topic include discussion of Latin squares, mutually orthogonal Latin squares, orthogonal and perpendicular arrays, Steiner triple systems, block designs, difference sets, and finite geometries. Prerequisite(s): MTH 308.

MTH 471. Topology. 3 Hours

TOPOLOGY - Introduction to topological spaces and continuous functions including a study of separation and countability axioms and elementary properties of metric spaces, connected spaces, and compact spaces. Prerequisite(s): MTH 308.

MTH 477. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.

MTH 478. Honors Thesis. 3 Hours

HONORS THESIS PROJECT - Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.

MTH 490. Readings. 1-3 Hours

READINGS IN MATHEMATICS - Individual study in specialized areas carried out under the supervision of a staff member. May be taken more than once. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chairperson.