Columbus State University
1999-2000 Academic Catalog
Department
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The Department of Mathematics offers the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in mathematics and the Bachelor of
Science (BS) in mathematics that has flexibility to allow the student to concentrate in
either mathematics or applied
mathematics. The two programs are designed to produce graduates with a solid
foundation in calculus, abstract and linear algebra, probability and statistics, and real
analysis, as well as some knowledge in other areas of mathematics. Graduates of these
programs will demonstrate an ability to solve problems creatively and effectively, to
reason logically and to apply mathematical skills and modern technology in positions in
industry or the professions, or to continue their studies at the graduate level.
Expected Outcomes
Graduates will have:
- an understanding of calculus and an ability to use calculus in applications
- knowledge of algebraic structures
- knowledge of the real numbers, functions, the topological properties of R,
differentiation, and integration
- knowledge and ability, to apply probability density functions
- knowledge of appropriate mathematical models
- the ability to think critically
- the ability to understand mathematical arguments and to construct mathematical proofs
- the ability to use computational devices and software in problem solving situations
- communication to acquire, develop, and convey mathematical knowledge
Course Requirements
BA Mathematics
Areas A-E and Wellness Courses
Required Hours: 45
Area F
Courses Related to Major
Required Hours: 18
- MATH 1131 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 1 (one semester hour from
Area A or D)
- MATH 1132 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 2
- MATH 2135 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 3
- Select three courses from the following four. If MATH 1132 is
completed in Area D, then all four courses must be taken and one semester hour will carry
over from Area D.
- CPSC 1301 Computer Science 1
- MATH 2115 Introduction to Linear Algebra
- MATH 2155 Foundations of Advanced Mathematics
- MATH 2175 Introduction to Probability
Area G
Program Requirements
Required Hours: 32
- Foreign language 2001/2002 selected from French or German.
- MATH 3107 Differential Equations
- MATH 3125 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 4795 Senior Seminar in Mathematics
- MATH 5111 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 1
- MATH 5112 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 2
- MATH 5115 Linear Algebra
- MATH 5151 Introduction to Real Analysis 1
- MATH 5152 Introduction to Real Analysis 2
- MATH 5175 Mathematical Statistics
Area H
Program Electives
Required Hours: 5
Select two of the following coursesSelect two of the following courses: MATH 4795 Senior Seminar in
Mathematics MATH 5116 Number Theory MATH 5135 College Geometry MATH 5165#
Numerical Analysis MATH 5176# Statistical Design & Analysis of Experiments
MATH 5177# Applied Regression Analysis MATH 5166 Linear Programming and Game
Theory MATH 5185 History of Mathematics MATH 5555 Selected Topics in Mathematics If six
semester hours are selected, then the additional semester hour will be counted in Area I.
Courses marked with A#@ are recommended for graduate study in
statistics.
Area I
General Electives
Required Hours: 23
Select 12 semester hours of courses at 3000 level or higher.
Total Hours Required 123
BS Mathematics
Areas A-E and Wellness Courses
Required Hours: 45
Area F
Courses Related to Major
Required Hours: 18
- MATH 1131 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 1 (one semester hour from
Area A or D)
- MATH 1132 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 2
- MATH 2135 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 3
- Select three courses from the following four. If MATH 1132 is
completed in Area D, then all four courses must be taken and one semester hour will carry
over from Area D.
- CPSC 1301 Computer Science 1
- MATH 2115 Introduction to Linear Algebra
- MATH 2155 Foundations of Advanced Mathematics
- MATH 2175 Introduction to Probability
Area G
Program Requirements
Required Hours: 26
- MATH 3107 Differential Equations
- MATH 3125 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 4795 Senior Seminar in Mathematics
- MATH 5111 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 1
- MATH 5112 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 2
- MATH 5115 Linear Algebra
- MATH 5151 Introduction to Real Analysis 1
- MATH 5152 Introduction to Real Analysis 2
- MATH 5175 Mathematical Statistics
Area H
Program Electives
Required Hours: 5
- Select five semester hours from the following:
MATH 5116 Number Theory
MATH 5135 College Geometry
MATH 5165# Numerical Analysis
MATH 5166 Linear Programming and Game Theory
MATH 5176# Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments
MATH 5177# Applied Regression Analysis
MATH 5185 History of Mathematics
MATH 5555 Selected Topics in Mathematics
Courses marked with A#@ are recommended for graduate study
in statistics.
Area I
General Electives
Required Hours: 29
Select 12 semester hours of courses at 3000-level or higher. Six
semester hours in French or German at the 2000-level or higher are recommended.
Total Hours Required 123
BS
Mathematics - Applied Mathematics Concentration
Areas A-E and Wellness Courses
Required Hours: 45
Area F
Courses Related to Major
Required Hours: 18
- MATH 1131 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 1 (one semester hour from
Area A or D)
- MATH 1132 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 2
- MATH 2135 Calculus with Analytical Geometry 3
- Select three courses from the following four. If MATH 1132 is
completed in Area D, then all four courses must be taken and one semester hour will carry
over from Area D.
- CPSC 1301 Computer Science 1
- MATH 2115 Introduction to Linear Algebra
- MATH 2155 Foundations of Advanced Mathematics
- MATH 2175 Introduction to Probability
Area G
Program Requirements
Required Hours: 23
- CPSC 1102 Introduction to Computer Science II
- MATH 3107 Differential Equations
- MATH 3125 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 4795 Senior Seminar
- MATH 5111 Introduction to Abstract Algebra 1
- MATH 5151 Introduction to Real Analysis 1
- MATH 5165 Numerical Analysis
- MATH 5175 Mathematical Statistics
Area H
Program Electives
Required Hours: 8-9
- Select two courses from the following:
MATH 5166 Linear Programming and Game Theory
MATH 5176 Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments
MATH 5177 Applied Regression Analysis
Select one course from the following:
MATH 4795 Senior Seminar
MATH 5115 Linear Algebra
MATH 5116 Number Theory
MATH 5135 College Geometry
MATH 5166 Linear Programming and Game Theory
MATH 5177 Applied Regression Analysis
MATH 5185 History of Mathematics
MATH 5195 Selected Topics in Mathematics
Area I
General Electives
Required Hours: 28-29
Select 12 semester hours of courses at 3000-level or higher.
Total Hours Required 123Total Hours Required 123
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