Bachelor of Science in Pure and Applied Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science in Pure and Applied Mathematics offers a broad background appropriate for students planning to pursue a job in industry, while also offering students the depth and rigor required for graduate studies in mathematics or related fields.
The curriculum satisfies the core Bachelor of Science curriculum that includes certain breadth requirements in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, the humanities and social sciences. In addition to this science core, the student completes fourteen upper-level mathematics courses (called technical electives). Some of these technical courses are prescribed by the program as being foundational to an undergraduate degree in mathematics. The remaining technical electives are chosen by the student in consultation with his/her academic advisor. In some cases courses from other departments can be substituted as technical electives with the approval of the undergraduate advisor. The program also includes two general electives which can be applied toward a minor or a second major in another discipline. Entering freshmen mathematics majors are expected to enroll in the seminar course MA 188 once they have completed the Calculus I requirement. Students interested in taking computer science courses beyond the minimum requirement should plan to take Discrete Mathematics, MA 134, no later than Term 3. Students are required to complete Senior Research Project 1, MA 498. As early as possible, students should discuss with the academic advisor how best to use the electives to focus the program on a particular area of mathematics.
The link to the mathematics curriculum takes you to a recommended study plan. The courses do not need to be taken in exactly the order listed. See the Department of Mathematics Web page for information on when particular courses are offered. There are additional notes at the end of the study plan regarding recommended electives and possible course substitutions. Mathematics majors are required to submit an approved study plan in Term 2.
Mathematics Curriculum
Term I
| CAL 103 | Writing and Communications Colloquium | 3 |
| CH 115 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 117 | General Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| CS 105 | Introduction to Scientific Computing | 3 |
| MA 121 | Differential Calculus | 2 |
| MA 122 | Integral Calculus | 2 |
| PEP 111 | Mechanics | 3 |
Term II
| BIO 281 | Biology and Biotechnology | 3 |
| CAL 105 | CAL Colloquium: Knowledge, Nature, Culture | 3 |
| CH 116 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CH 118 | General Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| MA 123 | Series, Vectors, Functions and Surfaces | 2 |
| MA 124 | Calculus of Two Variables | 2 |
| PEP 112 | Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
Term III
| MA 221 | Differential Equations | 4 |
| PEP 221 | Physics Lab I for Scientists | 1 |
| BT | Economics | 3 |
| G.E. | General Elective | 3 |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term IV
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| E 234 | | 3 |
| | Or | |
| CH 321 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
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| MA 222 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MA 227 | Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| MA 240 | Proofs and Refutations | 3 |
| PEP 222 | Physics Lab II for Scientists | 1 |
| | Physical Education | |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
Term V
| MA 232 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MA 331 | Intermediate Statistics | 3 |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term VI
| MA 336 | Modern Algebra | 3 |
| MA 346 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| MA 234 | Complex Variables with Applications | 3 |
| PEP 242 | Modern Physics | 3 |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term VII
| MA 410 | Differential Geometry | 3 |
| MA 441 | Introduction to Mathematical Analysis | 3 |
| MA 498 | Senior Research Project I | 3 |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
Term VIII
| G.E. 2 | General Elective | 3 |
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
Note:
CS 105: Students may choose CS 115, Intro. to Computer Science, in place of CS 105.
Technical Elective. Preapproved: MA 134, 230, 335, 360, 361, 442, 499, 503, 525, 526, 544, 550, 565, 567, 575.
Economics: Either BT 243 (Macro) or BT 244 (Micro). The second economics course can be used as 200-level Humanities elective.
Humanities requirements and electives can be found under the College of Arts and Letters, Humanities Requirements.
General elective: Chosen by the student. Any approved 3 credit course. Typical examples: courses used to fulfill minor requirements, language courses, course taken during an international experience.
Graduation Requirements
Physical Education Requirements
All undergraduate students must complete a minimum of four semesters of Physical Education (P.E.). A large number of activities are offered in lifetime, team and wellness areas.
All P.E. courses must be completed by the end of the sixth semester. Students can enroll in more than the minimum required P.E. for graduation and are encouraged to do so.
Students can use up to four semesters of Varsity and/or Club sports to fulfill the P.E. requirements.
Note: Student may repeat Physical Education class but the repeated course (excluding varsity and club sports) will not count toward the graduation requirement.
Humanities Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to fulfill certain Humanities requirements in order to graduate. Go to the catalog section for the College of Arts & Letters, Humanities Requirements to see a description of specific program requirements.