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Mathematics
Hibbard
Humanities Hall 508
(715) 836-3301
http://www.uwec.edu/Lists/Acad.htm
Andrew
Balas, Chair
Eberth Alarcon, Robert Andersen, Gwendolyn Applebaugh,
William Applebaugh, Matthew Bloss, Shyam Chadha, Veena Chadha, John Drost,
Stanley Ediger, Mohamed Elgindi, Halcyon Foster, Scott Gaulke, Claudia
Giamati, Marc Goulet, Richard Heeg, Michael Howe, Josephine Ingle, Beth
Kilday, Robert Langer, Nicholas Passell, Michael Penkava, Kristopher
Presler, Paolo Ranaldi, Walter Reid, Donald Reynolds, Carl Schoen,
Alexander Smith, Simei Tong, James Walker, Vicki Whitledge.
To Mathematics
Course Descriptions
Mathematics has formed an important
part of our intellectual heritage for centuries. In addition to having its
own aesthetic value, it also pervades a growing number of human endeavors.
Mathematics is applied in fields as diverse as business, engineering, the
physical and life sciences, the social sciences, computer science, and the
fine arts. Society therefore expects of its members ever increasing
mathematical knowledge and skill.
The mathematics curriculum is
designed to address these needs. It provides a core of fundamental
mathematics as well as a variety of electives for individuals with
specific interests. Students may select programs to prepare for careers in
applied mathematics, science and research, mathematics education, or for
graduate study. Regardless of emphasis, the programs prepare students for
their immediate career objectives and provide a background that will
enable them to cope with changing career needs and goals.
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INFORMATION
FOR ALL STUDENTS
NOTE 1: All entering freshmen and
transfer students must take the mathematics placement test.
NOTE 2: A student may not register
for credit in a course which is a prerequisite for any other course in
which the student has credit.
NOTE 3: It is strongly recommended
that the student have a grade of C or above in any mathematics course that
is to be used as a prerequisite to another course.
NOTE 4: A graphing calculator may be
required in any mathematics course numbered 110 or higher.
B.A./B.S. Requirement, College of Arts and Sciences.
Students who expect to earn a B.A. or a B.S. degree in the College of Arts
and Sciences must demonstrate specified levels of competency in
mathematics. For details, see Bachelor of Arts Degree or Bachelor of
Science Degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. Further information is
available from the Chair of the Department of Mathematics.
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MAJORS
MAJOR: MATHEMATICS,
Liberal Arts
All liberal arts mathematics
Emphases require 36 semester credits, including Math 114, 215, 216, 316,
324, and 425; a capstone experience (Math 492 or 493) while a senior; plus
additional mathematics courses numbered above 310. Additional requirement:
at least three credits of computer science courses to be selected from CS
163, 170, 255, or other computer science courses approved by the
Mathematics Department. Students selecting this major will select one of
the following Emphases.
Liberal Arts Emphasis (Code 180-201): This Emphasis
requires at least one of 318, 335, or 426. The Liberal Arts Emphasis is
the traditional mathematics major, providing preparation for graduate
school as well as a broad range of careers in business and industry.
Because of the variety of courses available, students are strongly
encouraged to consult a mathematics adviser early and frequently while
pursuing this Emphasis.
Applied Emphasis (Code 180-204): This Emphasis
requires at least 12 credits from among the following courses: Math 311,
313, 314, 318, 345, 346, 351, 352, 354, 355, 358, or 456. With the
approval of the department chair, a second mathematics seminar and/or Math
491 may be included in the 12 credits. This Emphasis is appropriate for
students interested in either scientific or engineering applications of
mathematics, careers in business or industry, or in graduate work in
applied areas such as engineering, operations research, or optimization.
Statistics Emphasis (Code 180-205): This Emphasis
requires Math 346, 347, and at least two of the following courses: Math
441, 443, 445, 447, and with the approval of the department chair, Math
491. This Emphasis is intended to prepare students for careers in
statistics or graduate study in statistics or related areas such as
quality improvement.
Actuarial Emphasis (Code 180-206): This Emphasis
requires Math 346, 347, 350, and at least two credits from the following
courses: Math 351, 355 or 358, 441, 456, and with the approval of the
department chair, Math 491. Econ 316 is recommended. This Emphasis is
intended to prepare students for careers in actuarial science.
MAJOR: MATHEMATICS,
Teaching (Code 180-203)
Thirty-six semester credits,
including Math 114, 215, 216, 324, 330, 345, 425; a capstone experience
(Math 492 or 493) while a senior; and additional credits to be chosen from
mathematics courses numbered above 310. Math 346 and Math 347 may be
substituted for Math 345. Technology requirement for licensure: Math 451
or CS 170*. *CS 170 does not count toward the 36 credits required for the
mathematics major. This major leads to licensure to teach in Early
Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: PHYSICS MATHEMATICS, Teaching
See Multidisciplinary
Programs.
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MINORS
MINOR: MATHEMATICS,
Liberal Arts (Code 180-401)
Twenty-four semester credits,
including Math 114, 215, 324, and at least 13 additional credits to be
chosen from Math 212, 216, or mathematics courses numbered above 310. At
least one course in a computer programming language is recommended.
MINOR: MATHEMATICS, Actuarial Science (Code 180-406)
Twenty-four semester credits, including Math 114, 215, 216, 346, 350, 450,
and Fin 320. For students counting Fin 320 as credits toward their major
program, an elective can be chosen from among Math 347, 355, 358, 441, and
456. This minor is intended to provide students with academic skills
useful in business areas such as insurance and financial services. The
coursework will enable the student to sit for the first two professional
actuarial science examinations.
MINOR: MATHEMATICS,
Teaching (Code 180-403)
Twenty-four semester credits,
including Math 114, 215, 324, 330, 345, 425, and at least three additional
credits chosen from Math 216 or mathematics courses numbered above 310.
Additional requirement: CS 170 or equivalent as approved by the
Mathematics Department. This minor leads to licensure to teach in Early
Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms.
MINOR: MATHEMATICS,
Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence
(Code 180-405)
A minimum of 24 semester credits, including Math
114, 204, 245, 305, 314 or 365, 322 or 341, and 330 plus one additional
course chosen from Math 104, 212, 215, 314, 322, 341, or 365. Math 345 may
be substituted for Math 245 if 215 is chosen. This minor leads to
licensure to teach mathematics in Middle Childhood through Early
Adolescence classrooms.
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INFORMATION
FOR MAJORS AND MINORS
NOTE 5: Suggested courses for
mathematics majors who are planning to be secondary school teachers
include Math 314, 332, 342, 346, 347, 462, and courses in computer science
and physics.
NOTE 6: Suggested courses for
mathematics majors who are planning to pursue graduate study in
mathematics include Math 311, 315, 316, 318, 335, 342.
NOTE 7: Math 101, 110, 111, 112, and
203 do not count toward any major or minor in mathematics. Math 104, 204,
and 305, count only toward the elementary teaching minor in mathematics.
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DEPARTMENTAL
HONORS IN MATHEMATICS
Purpose:
The Mathematics Department Honors Program is intended to deepen the
exposure of students to material of profound mathematical interest and to
increase their opportunity to express mathematical creativity, initiative,
and independence.
Eligibility: Upper-class
students with a GPA of 3.50 in mathematics courses and who completed Math
215 are eligible for the Mathematics Honors Program.
Procedure: Students should
enquire in the Mathematics Department office for information about
admission to the Honors Program.
Requirements: (1) Math 184 or
285. (2) Nine credits of mathematics courses numbered above Math 310 taken
for honors credit and the Capstone Seminar taken for honors credit. In
courses taken for honors credit, students will be required to do extra
enrichment work that may include classroom presentations, extra reading,
special problem assignments, and the writing of research papers. (3) At
the time of graduation, students must have achieved resident and total
GPAs of at least 3.50 in mathematics courses, in all work in the major
program, and in all credits attempted to meet graduation requirements.
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