Biola University 2012-2013 Catalog M athematics Faculty
Abstract Algebra I
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 1.
MATH 315 MATH 370
Readings in Mathematics
MATH 370 must be taken twice (2 cedits total).
CSCI 105 Credit(s): 3. Those who plan to pursue graduate studies should take at least two of the following courses regardless of the area of concentration. MATH 410 Introduction to Real Analysis II Credit(s): 3. MATH 450 Abstract Algebra II Credit(s): 3. MATH 480 Research Seminar Credit(s): 1 - 3. Concentrations Mathematics (47 Credits) Introduction to Computer Science This concentration allows the student flexibility in the selection of upper-division courses. A faculty advisor will aid the student in making these choices. The student planning to pursue mathematics in graduate school would find this particularly appropriate. This concentration must complete: The Mathematics Core. Six courses (18 credits) in math at the 300 or 400 level. Applied Mathematics (47 Credits) Students who are interested in preparing for careers in business or industry should choose this concentration. Courses introduce a variety of areas of applied mathematics. This concentration must complete:
WilliamWade, Ph.D.
Chair
Wade
Professor
Lin, Stangl
Associate Professor
DiMuro, Wilson
Assistant Professor
Mission & Learning Outcomes The Department of Mathematics at Biola University provides several areas of concentration in addition to a basic core curriculum. The student is allowed considerable flexibility in the major, depending upon vocational or professional goals. We also have a Math Lab and a Computer Science Lab available to Math majors 24/7. The department endeavors to provide (1) a strong foundational core curriculum for the student desiring to pursue graduate study in both the pure and applied fields of mathematical science, (2) course work and training to prepare students for applied mathematical sciences (statistics, computer science, operations research and actuarial science) and the field of teaching, (3) support courses for the curriculum of other majors (biological science, physical science, engineering, business and nursing) and (4) courses basic to gaining some knowledge of mathematics as part of a liberal arts education. The department approaches mathematics as part of God’s creation and there is a concerted effort to integrate faith and learning. Mathematics Degree Program A Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and the mathematics major in one of the concentrations. All mathematics concentrations must include 24 upper-division credits. General Education Requirements The general education requirement for a foreign language for those following a mathematical sciences major may be met by two years of high school language or the first 4 credits of a college language. The science / mathematics requirement may be met by 3 credits of science. Mathematics Core Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences must complete the mathematics core and one of the concentrations. MATH 105 Calculus I Credit(s): 4. MATH 106 Calculus II Credit(s): 4. MATH 112 Discrete Structures Credit(s): 3. MATH 205 Calculus III Credit(s): 4. MATH 291 Linear Algebra Credit(s): 3. MATH 305 Introduction to Real Analysis I Credit(s): 3.
The Mathematics Core. MATH 321
Numerical Analysis
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Probability Statistics
MATH 331 MATH 332 MATH 333
Operations Research
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Differential Equations Complex Variables
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 435 OR MATH 440
Credit(s): 3.
And One course (3 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in Math. Computer Science (53 Credits) This concentration allows a mathematics major the opportunity to focus on the more mathematical aspects of computer science. This concentration must complete: The Mathematics Core. At least two courses from the following list must be taken: MATH 321 Numerical Analysis
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Probability Statistics
MATH 331 MATH 332
Operations Research
Credit(s): 3.
MATH 333
The following courses are also required: CSCI 106 Data Structures
Credit(s): 3.
Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming
CSCI 220
Credit(s): 3.
CSCI 400 Credit(s): 3. Three courses (9 credits) at the 300 or 400 level in math or computer science. Theory of Algorithms
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