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School of Sciences and Engineering
Professors: M. Abd-el-Malek, A. Hadi, N. Moussa, M. Moustafa, M. Youssif
Associate Professors: G. DeYoung, M. Hebert (Chair)
Assistant Professor: M. El Ashram
Mathematics is the study of relationships among quantities, magnitudes and properties. It uses logical operations to find order within the appearance of chaos and to identify intrinsic relations and patterns among seemingly disparate questions and problems. The techniques of mathematics may be applied to a wide array of problems, such as the design and analysis of experiments, statistics and data analysis, mathematical modeling and operations research. As the "language" of science, it constitutes the theoretical background for computer science, engineering, and the natural sciences. The Department of Mathematics, recognizing the central position of mathematics in traditional liberal studies, provides a rigorous foundation in pure as well as applied mathematics, equipping students for further study and preparing them to use their mathematical skills in many different employment arenas.
Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics develops a level of skill that will enable the student to apply his/her knowledge in industry or teaching, as well as prepare the student for advanced study of mathematics and other fields.
A total of 130 credits is required for the bachelor's degree in mathematics. Students may be exempted from the MATH 131 requirement by passing a placement examination.
Core Curriculum (40 credits)
The science requirements of the core curriculum electives are satisfied by the collateral requirements of the major.
Concentration Requirements (63 credits) |
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CSCI |
106 |
Fundamentals of Computer Science, 3 cr. |
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MATH |
112 |
Statistical Reasoning, 3 cr. |
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131 |
Calculus I, 3 cr. |
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132 |
Calculus II, 3 cr. |
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200 |
Discrete Mathematics, 3 cr. |
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231 |
Calculus III, 3 cr. |
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232 |
Calculus IV, 3 cr. |
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233 |
Differential Equations, 3 cr. |
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302 |
Real Analysis I, 3 cr. |
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303 |
Linear Algebra, 3 cr. |
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304 |
Numerical Methods, 3 cr. |
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306 |
Applied Probability I , 3 cr. |
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401 |
Complex Function Theory, 3 cr. |
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403 |
Modern Algebra, 3 cr. |
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Additional 21 math credits excluding MATH 100 and MATH 101. These courses may be used to satisfy the Statistics and Data Analysis Option requirements.
Collateral Requirements (14 - 16 credits)
To be chosen among the following: |
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CHEM |
105&115L |
(4 credits) |
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CHEM |
106&106L |
(4 credits) |
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BIOL |
104 |
(4 credits) |
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BIOL |
105 |
(4 credits) |
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PHYS |
111&123L |
(4 credits) |
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PHYS |
112&124L |
(4 credits) |
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CSCI |
110 |
(3 credits) |
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CSCI |
210 |
(3 credits) |
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Electives (15 to 17 credits)
Courses to be chosen in consultation with the adviser, excluding MATH 100, MATH 101.
Statistics and Data Analysis Option:
Within the bachelor degree in Mathematics, students may choose the Statistics and Data Analysis Option by taking the following courses:
The 21 credits of concentration electives must include:
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MATH |
307 |
Applied Regression Methods, 3 cr. |
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404 |
Applied Multivariate Analysis, 3 cr. |
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405 |
Statistical Inference, 3 cr. |
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and a minimum of 9 credits selected from the following:
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MATH |
308 |
Linear Programming, 3 cr. |
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310 |
Operations Research, 3 cr. |
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312 |
Mathematical Modeling, 3 cr. |
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406 |
Stochastic Processes, 3 cr. |
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409 |
Selected Topics in Mathematics, 3 cr. |
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410 |
Guided Studies in Mathematics, 1-3 cr. |
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Minor in Mathematics
The minor in Mathematics will acquaint non-mathematics majors with the diversity of the field and enhance the student's ability to formulate and solve problems in other disciplines.
Requirements (15 credits)
For students majoring in the Science & Engineering School: MATH 233, MATH 303, and 3 courses among:
MATH 232 and the 300-level and 400-level MATH courses.
For all the other students:
MATH 112, MATH 131, and any other 3 MATH courses (excluding MATH 100 and MATH 101).
Minor in Applied Probability and Statistics
Applied Probability and Statistics are essential tools for analyzing data in various fields. A minor in Applied Probability and Statistics will prepare students and enhance their abilities to understand and solve problems in their own major fields. The minor in Applied Probability and Statistics is also designed to meet a demand by industry and governmental agencies for personnel who are able to utilize appropriate statistical and other quantitative methods to solve problems as diverse as quality control and population dynamics and to facilitate wise decision making in the face of uncertainty.
Requirements (15 credits)
MATH 112, MATH 306 and MATH 307, and two courses from the following: MATH 404, 405, 406.
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