University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

2008-2009 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

MATH - Mathematics

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010 Basic Mathematics and Elementary Algebra
4 crs (0-4). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: For students with minimal high school mathematics or
appropriate score on the mathematics placement test
Not a degree credit course
Audit enrollment not allowed
No credit if taken after any higher-numbered mathematics course. This course is graded on a letter grade basis. The grade received is used in calculating semester, resident, and total GPAs. See Note 1.
Develops basic mathematics and elementary algebraic skills necessary for further study of algebra.
020 Intermediate Algebra
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
P: MATH 010 or one year of college-preparatory algebra
and an appropriate score on the mathematics placement
test
Not a degree credit course
Audit enrollment not allowed
This course is graded on a letter grade basis. The grade received is used in calculating semester, resident, and total GPAs. See Note 1.
The real number system, linear equations and inequalities, operations on polynomials and rational expressions, factoring, solutions of quadratic equations, Cartesian coordinates, functions, and related applications.
104 Finite Mathematics with Applications
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: Math 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
No credit if taken after MATH 114, MATH 212, MATH 314, or
MATH 346
May not be counted toward a major or minor in mathematics with the exception of the Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence minor in mathematics. A grade of at least C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.
This course will cover applications from Economics, Social and Biological Sciences. The topics include sets, functions, counting principles, probability, solutions of linear systems by graphical and algebraic methods, matrices, linear programming, problem formulation, and using graphs and trees.
106 Introduction to Mathematical Thinking
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 106 and MATH 101
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Music degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences.
An accessible introduction to some interesting mathematical topics that require analytical thinking and abstract reasoning skills.
108 Earth Algebra
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
No credit if taken after MATH 109 or MATH 110
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Music degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Modeling real data drawn from biology, the environment, finance, and other physical systems. Topics include the development of linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, and the rate of change in an applied setting.
109 Algebra for Calculus
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp, Su.
(Formerly MATH 110)
Not for GE
P: MATH 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Algebraic concepts, techniques, and applications including polynomial and rational expressions, linear and quadratic equations, complex numbers, inequalities, absolute value, functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and zeros of polynomials. This course is for students pursuing degree programs that require calculus.
111 A Short Course in Calculus
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IB
P: MATH 109, or a grade of B or above in MATH 108, or
three years of above-average work in college-prep
MATH and a suitable mathematics placement test score
No credit if taken after or concurrently with MATH 114
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Science degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Primarily for students in biology, business, economics, psychology, and sociology. Functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals, and applications.
112 Precalculus Mathematics
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
P: MATH 108, or MATH 109, or three years of above-average
work in college-prep MATH and a suitable mathematics
placement test score
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Science degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Prepares students to enter the Math 114, 215, 216 sequence. Includes absolute value; logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions; inequalities; conic sections; complex numbers; and topics from theory of equations.
113 Trigonometry
2 crs (2-0). F, Wi, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
P: MATH 109, or a grade of B or above in MATH 108, or
three years of above-average work in college-prep
MATH and a suitable mathematics placement test score
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 113 and MATH 112
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics. See Note 1. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Science degree in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Graphs, properties, and geometric significance of trigonometric functions of a real variable. Other topics include trigonometric equations and identities, inverse trigonometric functions and applications.
114 Calculus I
4 crs (3-2). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IB
P: MATH 112, or 113, or four years of above-average work
in college-prep mathematics, including one semester of
trigonometry and a suitable mathematics placement test
score
See Note 1.
Limits, theory, and application of the derivative; introduction to integration.
184 Honors Calculus I
1 cr (1-0).
Not for GE
P: B+ or above in MATH 114
Must be taken with MATH 215
If unable to take MATH 215 concurrently, consult instructor.
Enrichment topics associated with Math 114 and 215 selected from functions, analytic geometry, limits, derivatives, integrals, and sequences and series.
203 Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
P: Limited to elementary or special education majors and
minors
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics.
An integrated study of mathematics content, methods, and curricula. Topics include problem solving, reasoning, whole numbers and numeration with an emphasis on cognitively guided instruction, elementary number theory, integers.
204 Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 203
P: Limited to elementary and special education majors and
minors
Counts only toward the elementary teaching minor in mathematics.
An integrated study of mathematics content, methods, and curricula. Topics include number theory, the rational numbers, ratio and proportion, the real number system and probability. Emphasis on communication and algebraic thinking. Practicum experience included.
212 Calculus and Business Mathematics
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IB
P: MATH 111 or 114
May not be counted toward a major in mathematics.
Multivariate calculus, matrix algebra, linear programming, mathematics of finance, and business- oriented applications.
215 Calculus II
4 crs (3-2). F, Sp, Su.
GE-IB
P: MATH 114
Applications and techniques of integration; improper integrals; sequences and series; power series and Taylor’s formula.
216 Calculus III
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Introduction to functions of several variables, including partial derivatives, multiple integrals, the calculus of vector-valued functions, and Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.
245 Introduction to Statistics
3 crs (3-0).
GE-IB
P: One year of high school algebra
No credit if taken after MATH 345, MATH 347, or PSYC 265.
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 245 and MATH 246
Basic statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, simple linear regression, and correlation.
246 Elementary Statistics
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 020, or two years of college-preparatory algebra
and a suitable mathematics placement test score
No credit if taken after MATH 345, MATH 347, or PSYC 265.
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 245 and MATH 246
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics with the exception of the Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence minor in mathematics. A grade of at least a C (not C-) or a mark of S demonstrates mathematics competency for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Bachelor of Music degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Basic statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, simple linear regression, correlation, Chi- Square, and Analysis of Variance.
255 Statics
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
P: PHYS 231 or concurrent registration and MATH 215 or
concurrent registration
Calculators may be required.
Designed primarily for pre-engineering students. Includes static equilibrium of rigid bodies, centroids, analysis of structures, friction, and moments of inertia.
256 Dynamics
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 and 255
Calculators may be required.
A continuation of Math 255. Dynamics of rigid bodies, moments of inertia, work, energy, impulse, and momentum.
285 Honors Calculus II
1 cr (1-0).
Not for GE
P: B+ or above in MATH 215
Must be taken with MATH 216
If unable to take MATH 216 concurrently, consult instructor.
Enrichment topics associated with Math 215 and 216 selected from integrals, sequences and series, vectors and vector-valued functions, and multiple variable calculus.
291 Special Topics
1-3 crs.
Not for GE
Course may be taken 3 times
Topics will vary, depending on interest of students and faculty.
305 Mathematics for Elementary/Middle School Teachers III
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 204 or consent of the mathematics department.
Exceptions to the Math 204 prerequisite may be made
for students who are certifying only in special
education.
P: Limited to elementary and special education majors and
minors
Minimum junior standing
Counts only toward the elementary teaching minor in mathematics.
An integrated study of mathematics content, methods, and curricula. Topics include statistics, measurement, geometries, patterns, and functions. Emphasis on communication and algebraic thinking. Practicum experience included.
311 /511 Differential Equations
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 216
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 311 and MATH 312
Ordinary differential equations of first and second order, linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, series solutions, and systems of linear differential equations.
312 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
4 crs (4-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 311 and MATH 312
Linear algebra: basis, dimension, matrix algebra, determinants, inverses, systems of linear equations, eigenvalues/eigenvectors. (Optional) matrices as linear transformations. Differential equations: first-order linear, separable; second-order linear with constant coefficients; higher order differential equations; first- order linear systems with constant coefficients; Laplace transforms; power series solutions. (Optional) Proof of Existence and Uniqueness Theorems.
313 /513 Digital Signal Processing
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 or consent of instructor
Fundamentals of digital signal processing. Fourier series, Fourier transforms and computerized Fourier transforms (FFTs) are described and applied to the analysis of digitized audio and digitized images.
314 /514 Discrete Mathematics
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
GE-IB
P: MATH 114 or 212
No credit if taken after CS 240
Introductory course in discrete mathematics. Topics include elementary combinatorics, graph theory, trees, and Boolean algebra. The course emphasizes an algorithmic approach to problem solving.
315 /515 Advanced Calculus I
3 crs (3-0).
Not for GE
P: MATH 216 and 324
Differential and integral calculus of several variables; vector calculus; line, surface, and space integrals including Green’s theorem, Divergence theorem, and Stokes’ theorem.
316 /516 Introduction to Real Analysis
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 216 and 324
Real numbers, introductory topological topics, limits, sequences of numbers, continuity, sequences of functions, and series.
317 Introduction to Real Analysis II
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
P: MATH 316
Differentiation and integration in R^n, Riemann-Stieltjes integral, functions of bounded variation, implicit function theorem, introduction to metric spaces including Arzela’s Theorem and Tietze extension Theorem, and selected topics in analysis.
318 /518 Introduction to Complex Variables
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 216
Elementary functions of a complex variable, complex integrals, and residue theory.
322 Abstract Algebra for Elementary Teachers
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: 11 credits in mathematics to include MATH 111 or 114;
MATH 204
P: Limited to elementary education majors
Includes sets, functions, and abstract algebraic structures such as groups, rings, and fields.
324 /524 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
An introductory course in linear algebra including matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear transformations, and eigenvalues.
330 /530 Modern Geometry
3 crs (2.5-0.5). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 114 & basic knowledge of Euclidean Geometry
Contemporary and classical Euclidean geometry, with emphasis on constructions, transformations, and proof. The Mira and geometry software will be used to illustrate these topics. Some non-Euclidean geometry included.
335 /535 Introduction to Point-Set Topology
3 crs (3-0). F, even-numbered years.
Not for GE
P: MATH 316
Theory of sets, continuity of functions, neighborhoods of points, topological and metric spaces, connectedness and compactness.
338 Introduction to Differential Geometry
3 crs (2.5-0.5). Sp, odd-numbered years.
Not for GE
P: MATH 216
An introduction to the study of curves and surfaces. Topics on curves include curvature, torsion, and the Frenet frames. Topics on surfaces include curvature, minimal surfaces, and Gauss’ Remarkable Theorem.
341 Classical Number Theory
3 crs (3-0). Sp, odd-numbered years.
Not for GE
P: MATH 114
Classical number theory including divisibility, primes and their properties, theory of congruences, Diophantine equations, number theoretic functions, primitive roots, and selected optional topics.
342 Mathematical Logic and Proof
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Introductory logic statements, inference, quantification, and methods of proof with applications in sets, number theory, relations, and algebra.
345 /545 Introduction to Probability and Mathematical Statistics
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 or concurrent registration
Credit cannot be earned in both MATH 345/545 & MATH 346/546
MATH 246 may not be taken for credit after or concurrently with MATH 345/545.
Counting techniques, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression, correlation, nonparametric statistics. Students who desire more extensive probability and statistics should take Math 346/546, 347/547.
346 /546 Introduction to Probability
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Credit cannot be earned in both MATH 345/545 & MATH 346/546
Probability in discrete and continuous sample spaces, conditional probability, counting techniques, probability functions, moment generating functions, and the binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions.
347 /547 Mathematical Statistics
4 crs (3-2). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215; MATH 346/546
MATH 246 may not be taken for credit after or concurrently with MATH 347/547.
Transformations of variables; normal, chi-square, t, and F distributions; estimation; hypothesis testing; regression; correlation; nonparametric statistics; and analysis of variance.
350 Introduction to Financial Mathematics
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 or consent of instructor
Mathematical theory of interest and discount, annuities, yield rates, amortization, sinking funds, securities valuation, and an introduction to financial derivatives. This course is meant, in part, to prepare students for the second actuarial examination.
351 /551 Numerical Analysis I
3 crs (3-0). F.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 and either one of the following: CS 163, 170,
255, or consent of instructor
Nonlinear equations, interpolation and approximation, least squares, systems of linear equations, and error analysis.
352 /552 Numerical Analysis II
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215 and either one of the following: CS 163, 170,
255, or consent of instructor
Numerical solution of differential equations, numerical differentiation and integration, and the eigenvalue problem.
354 /554 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling
4 crs (4-0). Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Discrete dynamical systems, discrete and continuous stochastic models, empirical modeling using regression theory and interpolation techniques, modeling with differential equations and, depending on the interests of the instructor and students, topics from optimization and dimensional analysis.
355 /555 Linear Programming
3 crs (3-0). F, odd-numbered years.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
Introductory topics in linear programming including computational development of the simplex method, duality theory of linear programming, dual simplex method, transportation problem, and the use of a linear programming package.
358 /558 Introduction to Optimization
3 crs (3-0). Sp, odd-numbered years.
Not for GE
P: MATH 215
An introduction to the theory and application of optimization techniques. Analytic and numerical methods for linear and nonlinear problems of both constrained and unconstrained type will be considered.
363 /563 Studies of Women in Mathematics
1-3 crs. V.
GE-V
Cross-listed with WMNS 363
P: WMNS 100 or 215 or 250 or 301; completion of
mathematics competency
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 363 and WMNS 363
Course may be taken 2 times
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics.
Studies of the history and contributions of women in mathematics, and of special interest to students and faculty. The particular focus will vary.
365 Patterns of Problem Solving
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
GE-IB
P: Minimum-level University Mathematics Competency
May not be counted for credit toward a major or minor in mathematics except in elementary education.
Provides tools and concepts needed in problem solving in a variety of disciplines.
395 Directed Studies
1-3 crs. F, Sp, Su.
Not for GE
P: 2.00 GPA in mathematics
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office
For the student who wishes to pursue independent study of a topic in mathematics under the supervision of a member of the mathematics department.
399 Independent Study - Juniors
1-3 crs. F, Sp.
Not for GE
Minimum junior standing
May be repeated - additional restrictions may apply
Get form from department office

425 /625 Abstract Algebra I
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 324/524
No credit if taken after or concurrently with MATH 322
An introduction to the abstract concepts of algebra such as groups, rings, and fields. Topics such as direct products, group homomorphisms, factor groups, integral domains, and polynomial rings will be included.
426 /626 Abstract Algebra II
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
Not for GE
P: MATH 425/625
No credit if taken after MATH 322
A continuation of Math 425 including more advanced topics from groups, rings, and fields, such as the Sylow theorems, prime and maximal ideals, unique factorization domains, and finite fields.
440 Digital Image Processing
3 crs (2.5-0.5). Sp, even-numbered years.
Not for GE
Cross-listed with PHYS 440
P: MATH 215
Credit may not be earned in both MATH 440 and PHYS 440
Applications of Fourier analysis and wavelets to optics and image processing. Topics include: diffraction, wave optical theory of lenses and imaging, wavelets, and image processing.
441 Linear Regression Analysis
3 crs (3-0). F, even-numbered years.
Not for GE