Mathematics, Professional Mathematics Concentration, B.S.

Major in Mathematics

A major in Mathematics requires the mathematics core of 21 hours plus 15 hours of specified upper-level courses in the department and at least 12 hours of supporting coursework (either in or out of the department). The supporting coursework must complement the student’s program and be approved by the mathematics advisor. A single minor outside the department is required.

Each Mathematics major is required to declare a concentration. Concentrations include Professional Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Actuarial Science.

Each Mathematics major is required to complete the Seminar in Mathematics, MATH 4990 . All courses in the Mathematics major or minor must be completed with a grade of C (2.00) or better. All courses transferred from other institutions for credit in the Mathematics major or minor must carry a grade of C (2.00) or better and be approved by the department chair.

Each student majoring in the department must complete the following core (21 hours):

Professional Mathematics Concentration

Students opting to study the discipline of mathematics will choose between tracks in general mathematics, advanced mathematics, business, statistics, and industrial mathematics. In addition to the mathematics core, they will take 9 additional upper-level courses in the department chosen with the approval of the mathematics advisor. A single minor outside of the department and CSCI 1170  are required.

Advanced Mathematics Track

Students interested in preparing for a graduate degree in mathematics should pursue this track. In addition to the mathematics core, they must take MATH 3120 , MATH 4250 , MATH 4510 ; two courses from MATH 3260 , MATH 4230 , MATH 4270 , MATH 4420 , MATH 4530 , MATH 4700 ; and 9 hours of approved supporting coursework chosen from among upper-level courses in the department. The program must include at least one sequence in either algebra (MATH 4420 /MATH 4510 ), analysis (MATH 4230 –MATH 4250 ), or differential equations (MATH 3120 –MATH 3260 ). Six hours of a foreign language are recommended.

Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.

Business Track

This track is appropriate for students who seek a broad background from such diverse but mutually supportive areas as mathematics, statistics, computer science, and business. The program offers preparation for the job market or for further study in the more specialized areas of actuarial science, operations research, statistics, com¬puter science, or finance.

In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take STAT 4190 , ACSI 4200 , and either STAT 4200  or STAT 4360 . The supporting coursework consists of 11 hours of computer science or information systems courses. The student must complete a minor in the Jennings A. Jones College of Business as well as ACTG 2110  and ACTG 2120  or ACTG 3000  and ECON 2410 , ECON 2420 .

Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.

General Mathematics Track

Students desiring a broad general background in mathematics should pursue this track. In addition to the mathematics core, they must take MATH 3120 , MATH 4510 ; three additional courses from MATH 3260 , MATH 4230 , MATH 4250 , MATH 4270 , MATH 4310 , MATH 4320 , MATH 4420 , MATH 4530 , MATH 4700  and STAT 3150 , STAT 4190 ; and 9 hours of approved supporting coursework chosen from among upper-level courses in the department.

Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.

Industrial Mathematics Track

The industrial mathematics track offers students a program of study that incorporates the areas of mathematics that contribute to business and industry. Coursework is designed to produce graduates who have strong qualifications that make them competitive for positions in industry and provides a solid foundation for students interested in pursuing graduate study in the area. The minor must be chosen from Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Aerospace, or Engineering Technology.

In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take MATH 3120 , MATH 3260 , MATH 4250 , and MATH 4310 . Required supporting coursework includes CSCI 1170  and CSCI 2170 . Nine additional hours of supporting coursework must be chosen with the approval of the mathematics advisor from MATH 4601 , MATH 4230 , MATH 4270 , MATH 4320 , MATH 4700  and STAT 4190 .

Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.

Statistics Track

The statistics track offers students a program of study in one of the broadest areas of applied mathematics. Statistical methods are used in many fields, including agriculture, business, communications, government, health, industry, public policy, sports, and science. Courses provide students the opportunity to learn data analysis and to develop skills in statistical methods of wide application. Emphasizing a blend of theory and practice, the program is designed to provide students with the necessary background for employment as statisticians in the public or private sector and to provide a solid foundation for those students interested in graduate studies.

In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take STAT 3150  and STAT 4190 ; MATH 4990 ; and two courses from STAT 4200 , STAT 4320 , STAT 4360 , STAT 4370 , STAT 4380 . One minor outside the department is required. Students also complete supporting coursework of 20 hours that complement the student’s program chosen with approval of the statistics advisor. These courses include computing, information systems, and other relevant courses.

Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.