CRN

14050

Distribution

E/G

Course No.

MATH 111                                   Q course

Title

Calculus I

Professor

Mark Halsey

Schedule

Tu Th  10:30 am - 12:20 pm  HEGEMAN 106

An introduction to the basic ideas of differentiation and integration in one variable. Topics include limits, techniques of differentiation, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, and applications.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 110 or equivalent.

 

CRN

14051

Distribution

E/G

Course No.

MATH 112                                Q course

Title

Calculus II

Professor

Ethan Bloch

Schedule

Tu Th            1:30 pm -  3:20 pm       ALBEE 106

This course, a continuation of Calculus I, reinforces the fundamental ideas of the derivative and the definite integral.  Topics covered include L'Hopital's rule, integration techniques, improper integrals, volumes, arc length, sequences and series, power  series, continuous random variables, and separable differential equations. 

Prerequisites:  Mathematics 111 or the equivalent.

 

CRN

14052

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 131                                 Q course

Title

Exploration in Number Theory

Professor

Lauren Rose

Schedule

Mon Wed       1:30 pm -  2:50 pm       PRE 128

This course will provide an overview of one of the oldest and most beautiful areas of mathematics. It is ideal for any student who wants a taste of mathematics outside of the calculus sequence. Topics may include: number puzzles, prime numbers, congruences, quadratic reciprocity, sums of squares, Diophantine equations, cryptography, coding theory, and continued fractions.

Prerequisite: Precalculus or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

14319

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 135                                     Q course

Title

Game Theory

Professor

Mark Halsey

Schedule

Wed Fr          10:00 am - 11:20 am     PRE 128

In the twentieth century, the theory of games gained prominence for its application to the social sciences. Game theory is a mathematical approach to modeling situations of conflict whether real of theoretical. This course will introduce the student to this exciting area of mathematics. Using algebra and some analytical geometry, students will be able to explore the mathematical foundations of game theory. At the same time students will encounter a wide range of applications of the theory of games. Topics covered will be chosen from: zero sum games, nonzero sum games, pure and mixed strategies, von Neumann’s Minimax Theorem, Nash equilibria, and cooperative games.

Prerequisites: Precalculus or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

14053

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 212                                      Q course

Title

Vector Calculus

Professor

Karen Ricciardi

Schedule

Mon Wed   8:30 am - 10:20 am  HEGEMAN 106

This course investigates differentiation and integration of multivariable functions. Topics covered include vectors, coordinate systems, vector valued functions, partial derivatives, gradients, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, change of variables, line integrals, Green’s theorem, and Stoke’s theorem.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 111 and 112 or the equivalent.

 

CRN

14054

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 242                              Q course

Title

Elementary Linear Algebra

Professor

Karen Ricciardi

Schedule

Mon Wed       3:00 pm -  4:20 pm       ALBEE 106

This course will cover the basics of linear algebra in n-dimensional Euclidean space, including vectors, matrices, systems of linear equations, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, as well as applications of these concepts to the natural, physical and social sciences.  Equal time will be given to computational, applied, and theoretical aspects of the course material.  Prerequisite: Math 111 or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

14055

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 261                             Q course

Title

Proofs and Fundamentals

Professor

Lauren Rose

Schedule

Tu Th   9:00 am - 10:20 am  HEGEMAN 106

This course introduces students to the methodology of mathematical proof. The logic of compound and quantified statements, mathematical induction, and basic set theory including functions and cardinality are covered. Topics from foundational mathematics are developed to provide students with an opportunity to apply proof techniques.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 111 and 112, or permission of instructor.

 

CRN

14320

Distribution

E/G

Course No.

MATH 322                              Q course

Title

Operations Research

Professor

Karen Ricciardi

Schedule

Tu Th            10:00 am - 11:20 am     PRE 128

Cross-listed: Economics

Operations research is a scientific approach to decision making, which seeks to determine how best to design and operate a system, usually under conditions requiring the allocation of scarce resources.  This course will introduce the student to the branch of operations research known as deterministic optimization.  Deterministic optimization tackles problems such as how to schedule classes with a limited number of classrooms on campus, how to determine a diet that is both rich in nutrients and low in calories, how design a machine that will be most energy efficient and how to create an investment portfolio that meets your investment needs.  A broad range of optimization techniques will be covered in this course including linear programming, network flows, integer/combinatorial optimization and nonlinear programming.  The course will emphasize the importance of problem formulation as well as how to apply algorithms to real-world problems to arrive at optimal solutions.  Prerequisites: A working knowledge of multivariable calculus and basic linear algebra.

 

CRN

14056

Distribution

E/Q

Course No.

MATH 332

Title

Abstract Algebra

Professor

Lauren Rose

Schedule

Tu Th   1:30 pm -  2:50 pm  HEGEMAN 106

An introduction to modern abstract algebraic systems. The structures of groups, rings, and fields are studied together with the homomorphisms of these objects. Topics include equivalence relations, finite groups, group actions, integral domains, polynomial rings, and finite fields.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

14321

Distribution

E

Course No.

MATH 351                            Q course

Title

Point Set Topology

Professor

Ethan Bloch

Schedule

Mon Wed  1:30 pm -  2:50 pm  HEGEMAN 106

An introduction to point set topology. Topics include metric spaces, compactness, connectedness, continuity, homeomorphisms, separation criteria, and possibly the fundamental group.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 or permission of the instructor.