College Catalog
Mathematics (MATH)

1. Each student should have a firm grounding in calculus, set theory, logic, and strategies of mathematical proof and problem solving.

2. Each student should have a working knowledge of at least five of the following mathematical areas: linear algebra, abstract algebra, differential equations, numerical analysis, operations research, probability and statistics, modern geometry, real analysis, and complex analysis. The precise combination of areas will depend on the student's particular interests and career objectives.

3. Each student should understand the connections and the differences between pure and applied mathematics. Students should be able to reason rigorously in mathematical arguments, and students should be able to use mathematical models and algorithms to solve problems.

4. Each student should master the language, symbology, and form used in mathematical proof and develop the ability to communicate mathematics clearly.

5. Each student should develop the ability to use technology to reason numerically, symbolically, graphically, and verbally. Students should be able to write computer programs or use appropriate software to solve mathematical problems.

6. Each student should develop the ability to be a self-learner in mathematics in order to maximize the student's future success as a professional mathematician, an actuary, a high school teacher, a computer scientist, etc.