Apr 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Academic Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • LATN 511 - Special Topics in Latin Literature (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Readings from a specific period or genre. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for LATN 511 and LATN 411 over the same topic. May be repeated, as topics vary, to accrue a total of nine hours.

    Prerequisites: 18 hours of undergraduate Latin or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 201 - Library Reference (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Books and material most commonly used in reference work in libraries; characteristics of general reference works and specific reference works.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 210 - Technical Services in Libraries (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Terminology, philosophy, and practice in the application of cataloging, classification, filing, and control of library resources utilizing current national standard cataloging rules, Library of Congress Subject Headings, Dewey Decimal classification, Library of Congress Classification, and MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) formats.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 401 - Children’s Literature and Related Material (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Survey of books and related material for the elementary school-age child; principles of book selection; intensive reading of books is required.

    Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 411 - Books and Related Material for the Secondary School (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Reading needs and interests of young people; guides to book selections; library materials in relation to the school program. Intensive reading and discussion.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 420 - School Library Administration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Place of the library media center in the modern school; objectives and standards; acquisition and utilization of materials.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 421 - Library Practicum (Lab. 6, Cr. 3)


    Actual practice in all school library activities and job performance skills. Weekly electronic journal entries documenting six hours of experience at an approved school library media center.

    Prerequisites: LIBS 210, LIBS 420, and (LIBS 201, LIBS 401, or LIBS 411).

    Lab. 6 Cr. 3

  
  • LIBS 611 - Children’s and Adolescent Literature (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Critical evaluation of library resources, both print and nonprint, for the elementary and secondary student.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 092 - Developmental Mathematics (Lec. 4, Cr. 4)


    Fundamentals of introductory algebra.

    Notes
    [Grade of “S” Satisfactory, “SP” Satisfactory/Provisional, or “U” Unsatisfactory]

    Prerequisites: Designed for the student whose ACT score in mathematics is 18 or less. One year of high school algebra recommended.

    Lec. 4 Cr. 4

  
  • MATH 110 - College Algebra Recitation (Lec. 2, Cr. 2)


    Supplemental instruction for MATH 113 designed to strengthen fundamental algebra skills. Credit for this course may not be used to fulfill degree requirements.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head (Placement based on ACT). Corequisite: MATH 113.

    Lec. 2 Cr. 2

  
  • MATH 113 - College Algebra (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 1213, College Algebra

    Fundamental algebraic operations, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities with applications, radical and rational equations, functions (exponential and logarithmic), graphing, zeros of polynomials, systems of equations and inequalities.

    Prerequisites: MATH 092 with a grade of “S” or Math score of at least 19 on the ACT or permission of department head.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 114 - Mathematics of Finance (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Topics from the mathematics of finance including simple interest, compound interest, annuities, amortization.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113 or ACT Mathematics score of 22 or higher or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 116 - Applications of Calculus in Business and Management Sciences (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 2103, Applied Calculus

    Calculus with applications in maxima, minima, optimization, and other problems related to business management and economics. Relations and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices, determinants.

    Notes
    This course may not be substituted for MATH 190.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113 or ACT Mathematics score of 22 or higher.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 122 - Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Properties of the real numbers, consumer mathematics, number systems, probability, statistics and coordinate geometry. Designed for elementary education majors.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113 or ACT Mathematics score of 22 or higher or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 130 - Finite Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 1313, Finite Math

    Matrices with applications, linear programming, probability, mathematics of finance and trigonometry.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113 or ACT Mathematics score of 22 or higher or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 170 - Precalculus College Algebra (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 1236, Algebra and Trigonometry: 3-6 credit hours

    Topics from advanced algebra to include real number properties, solutions of equations and inequalities, relations, functions, graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers, systems of equations, and the theory of equations

    Prerequisites: MATH 113; or a Math score of at least 22 on the Enhanced ACT. Two years of high school algebra recommended.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 175 - Precalculus II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 1223, Trigonometry; CMAT 1236 Algebra and Trigonometry: 3-6 credit hours

    Trigonometry, circular functions, and analytic geometry.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113; or Corequisite: MATH 170 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 185 - Discrete Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Topics from discrete mathematics including symbolic logic, functions and relations, sequences, series, mathematical induction, recursion, counting techniques, trees and graphs, matrices, and simple coding techniques.

    Prerequisite: MATH 170 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 190 - Calculus I (Lec. 3, Lab. 2, Cr. 4)


    LCCN: CMAT 2114, Calculus I (4 cr. hrs.)

    Functions, limits, continuity, derivatives with applications, integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 313.

    Prerequisites: MATH 170 and 175 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Lab. 2 Cr. 4

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 223 - Geometry (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Topics in formal and informal geometry. Designed for elementary education majors.

    Prerequisite: MATH 122 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 231 - Elementary Probability and Statistical Inference (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CMAT 1303, Introductory Statistics

    Calculation of simple probability in discrete and continuous variable cases. Descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency, binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions. Testing hypotheses using normal deviate and t-statistics.

    Notes
    Duplicate credit not given for STAT 231 and MATH 231.

    Prerequisite: MATH 113 or ACT Mathematics score of 22 or higher or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MATH 236 - Introduction to Mathematical Software (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Software packages for students in the mathematical sciences. Basic use of packages for symbolic and numerical computing; presentation of mathematical results; and spreadsheet applications.

    Prerequisite: MATH 190 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 291 - Calculus II (Lec. 3, Lab. 2, Cr. 4)


    LCCN: CMAT 2124, Calculus II (4 cr. hrs.)

    Applications of integrals, techniques of integration, improper integrals, infinite series, Taylor’s formula, parametric equations, and polar coordinates.

    Prerequisite: MATH 190 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Lab. 2 Cr. 4

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning

  
  • MATH 292 - Multivariable Calculus (Lec. 4, Cr. 4)


    Three-dimensional analytic geometry, vector functions, partial derivatives, and multiple integrals.

    Prerequisite: MATH 291 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 4 Cr. 4

  
  • MATH 301 - Differential Equations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Ordinary differential equations with applications.

    Prerequisite: MATH 291.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 304 - Numerical Methods I (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    Basic numerical techniques for approximation, error analysis, interpolation, differentiation, and integration, solution of algebraic equations and simultaneous linear equations, and matrix inversion. Implementation and analysis of algorithms using appropriate software tools.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 304 and MATH 304.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and CSCI 180 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 307 - Foundations of Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Course to bridge the gap between calculus and upper division mathematics courses. Topics will include selections from set theory, relations, functions, Boolean algebra, algebraic systems, and mathematical logic.

    Prerequisite: MATH 291 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MATH 313 - Calculus for Technology I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Concepts of limits, derivatives, and differentials as applied to technical problems.

    Notes
    May not be substituted for MATH 190. No duplicate credit for MATH 313 and MATH 190.

    Prerequisite: MATH 175.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 314 - Calculus for Technology II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Continuation of MATH 313 including the concepts of integration, the infinite series, and partial differentiation as applied to technical problems.

    Notes
    May not be substituted for MATH 291 or MATH 292.

    Prerequisite: MATH 313.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 322 - Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations, vectors, vector spaces, linear transformations, and applications.

    Prerequisite: MATH 190.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 332 - Statistical Methods (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Continuation of MATH 231; expectation, linear regression and correlation, method of least squares and one-way analysis of variance. Testing simple hypotheses using Chi-square, t, F, and normal distribution.

    Notes
    This course is the same as STAT 332 and No duplicate credit for that course.

    Prerequisite: MATH 231 or STAT 231.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 395 - Undergraduate Research in the Mathematical Sciences (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Identification, investigation, and exploration of a research problem in the mathematical sciences. Extensive reading and development of research skills.

    Notes
    Work with faculty who have research expertise in the chosen area. May be taken more than once, but only 3 hours will count towards a degree in mathematical sciences.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292, MATH 307, and permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 398 - Internship in Professional Practice (Lec. 1, Lab. 6, Cr. 3)


    Provide opportunities for students to receive credit for selected career-related work experience. Evaluation by the employer and faculty supervisor. Student contract and report required. Interns must work a minimum of 40 hours per academic credit hour awarded.

    Notes
    May be repeated with permission of department head. Credit for this course may not be used to fulfill degree requirements.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 6 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 399 - Coop/Internship in Professional Practice (Cr. Var. 1-3)


    Designed to provide opportunities for students to receive credit for selected career-related, full-time or part-time work experience. Evaluation will be by employer and faculty supervisor. Student report required. Interns must work a minimum of 40 hours per academic credit hour awarded.

    Notes
    Course may be repeated. Credit for this course may not be used to fulfill degree requirements. S/U only.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Cr. Var. 1-3

  
  • MATH 401 - Partial Differential Equations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theory of partial differential equations with applications.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 401 and MATH 531.

    Prerequisites: MATH 301 and MATH 292.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 403 - Numerical Methods II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic numerical methods for finding and approximating eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations. Least squares approximation and function approximation. Implementation and analysis of algorithms.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for CSCI 403, CSCI 503, CSCI 533, MATH 403, or MATH 533.

    Prerequisites: MATH 301 and MATH 322 and MATH/CSCI 304.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 404 - Linear Programming (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Transportation problem, simplex method, revised simplex method, dual problem, parametric and integer programming, special applications and LP program packages and operation.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 404 and MATH 534, CSCI 404 or CSCI 534.

    Prerequisite: MATH 322.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 406 - Fundamental Concepts of Geometry (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Foundations of geometry, congruencies, parallelism, similarities, measures, coordinate systems, and introduction to Non-Euclidean geometries.

    Prerequisites: MATH 291 and 322 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 411 - Advanced Calculus I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Systematic development of the calculus including limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, series, functions of several variables, vector calculus. Point set theory.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 411 and MATH 541 or MATH 412 and MATH 542. Power series.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and 322.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 412 - Advanced Calculus II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Systematic development of the calculus including limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, series, functions of several variables, vector calculus. Point set theory.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 411 and MATH 541 or MATH 412 and MATH 542. Power series.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and 322.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 421 - Modern Algebra I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to the theory of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 421 and MATH 551 or MATH 422 and MATH 552.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and 322 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MATH 422 - Modern Algebra II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to the theory of groups, rings, integral domains, and fields.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 421 and MATH 551 or MATH 422 and MATH 552.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and 322 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 430 - Probability (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Probability spaces, theory of random variables, distribution theory, moment-generating and characteristic functions, and limit theorems of probability theory.

    Notes
    Duplicate credit not given for MATH 430 and MATH 560, STAT 430, or STAT 560.

    Prerequisite: MATH 292.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 431 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An introductory course in the theory of statistics and probability using the concepts and methods of the theory of sets and calculus.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 431-432 and MATH 561-562, STAT 431-432, or STAT 561-562.

    Prerequisite: MATH 292.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 432 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An introductory course in the theory of statistics and probability using the concepts and methods of the theory of sets and calculus.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 431-432 and MATH 561-562, STAT 431-432, or STAT 561-562.

    Prerequisite: MATH 292.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 446 - Introduction to Topology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic set theory, functions, topological spaces, separation and countability axioms, convergence, metric spaces.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 446 and MATH 576.

    Prerequisites: MATH 292 and 322 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 453 - Topics in Applied Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics in mathematics such as Fourier analysis, complex variables, advanced linear algebra, advanced differential equations, vector analysis, and combinatorics.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 9 hours. No duplicate credit for MATH 453 and MATH 583.

    Prerequisite: MATH 292.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 461 - History of Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    This course covers topics in the development of mathematics from ancient Sumeria (development of counting and arithmetic) to 1993 (proof of the Fermat-Wiles theorem).

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 461 and MATH 591.

    Prerequisite: MATH 291 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 469 - Topics in Mathematics (Lec. 1-3, Cr. 1-3)


    Current topics in mathematics. May be offered as a workshop.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a maximum of 9 credit hours.  No duplicate credit (for the same topic) for MATH 469 and MATH 599.

    Prerequisite: Varies with topic offered.

    Lec. 1-3 Cr. 1-3

  
  • MATH 491 - Seminar (Cr. 3)


    Assigned readings, discussions, and reports dealing with international diversity, history, applications, literature, and current research in the mathematical sciences. Oral presentations and paper are required.

    Notes
    Capstone course for mathematics majors.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

    Capstone Course CAP
  
  • MATH 531 - Partial Differential Equations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Partial differential equations including the heat equation, wave equation, Laplace’s equation, Green’s functions and special applications. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 531 and MATH 401.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 533 - Numerical Methods II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic numerical methods for finding approximating eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations. Least squares approximation and function approximation. Implementation and analysis of algorithms used. Independent study required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 403 and MATH 533; CSCI 403 and CSCI 533; MATH 533 and CSCI 503.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 534 - Linear Programming (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theory of linear inequalities. Theory of linear programming, simplex method, variants of simplex method, dual problem, parametric and integer programming with selected applications and LP program packages and operation. Independent projects required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 534 and MATH 404, CSCI 534, or CSCI 404.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 541 - Advanced Calculus I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Systematic development of the calculus. Functions of several variables, vector calculus with applications. Point set theory. Power series, uniform convergence. Linear transformations and implicit functions. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 541 and MATH 411 or MATH 542 and MATH 412.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 542 - Advanced Calculus II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Systematic development of the calculus. Functions of several variables, vector calculus with applications. Point set theory. Power series, uniform convergence. Linear transformations and implicit functions. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 541 and MATH 411 or MATH 542 and MATH 412.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 551 - Modern Algebra I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to theory of groups, rings, integral domains, fields, and Galois theory. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 551 and MATH 421 or MATH 552 and MATH 422.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 552 - Modern Algebra II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to theory of groups, rings, integral domains, fields, and Galois theory. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 551 and MATH 421 or MATH 552 and MATH 422.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 560 - Probability (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic ideas of probability theory and random variables, discrete probability functions, continuous probability densities, transformation of random variables. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 560 and MATH 430, STAT 560, or STAT 430.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 561 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theory and methods in probability and statistics. Important distributions, transform methods, limit theorems, hypothesis testing, Bayesian methods. Applications. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 561-562 and MATH 431-432, STAT 561-562, or STAT 431-432.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 562 - Mathematical Statistics and Probability II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theory and methods in probability and statistics. Important distributions, transform methods, limit theorems, hypothesis testing, Bayesian methods. Applications. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 561-562 and MATH 431-432, STAT 561-562, or STAT 431-432.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 576 - Introduction to Topology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Fundamental concepts of point-set topology, topological spaces, metric spaces, continuous mappings, separation axioms, compactness, and connectedness. Product Spaces. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 576 and MATH 446.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 583 - Topics in Applied Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics in mathematics such as Fourier analysis, complex variables, advanced linear algebra, advanced differential equations, vector analysis, and combinatorics. Independent readings and presentations required.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 9 semester hours. No duplicate credit for MATH 583 and MATH 453.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 591 - History of Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    This course covers topics in the development of mathematics from ancient Sumeria (development of counting and arithmetic) to 1993 (proof of the Fermat-Wiles theorem). Directed reading and/or a research project is required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 591 and MATH 461.

    Prerequisite: MATH 291 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 599 - Topics in Mathematics (Lec. 1-3, Cr. 1-3)


    Current topics in mathematics. May be offered as a workshop. Independent readings and presentations.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary. Credit for this course may not be applied toward a master’s degree in any curriculum. No duplicate credit for MATH 599 and MATH 469.

    Prerequisite: Varies with topic offered.

    Lec. 1-3 Cr. 1-3

  
  • MATH 601 - Special Problems and Research (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Designed to develop the student’s ability to utilize available mathematical literature and to strengthen the ability to pursue individual research in a specific area of mathematics.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MATH 601 and CSCI 601.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 602 - Introduction to the Theory of Numbers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Divisibility, primes, congruencies, quadratic residues, numerical functions, recurrence functions. Diophantine equations, continued fractions, distribution of primes.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 603 - Selections from Advanced Mathematics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Notes
    Credit for this course may be acquired more than once.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 606 - Topics in Topology and Geometry (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics from topology and geometry such as graph theory, homotopy theory, homology theory, non-Euclidean geometry, differential geometry, transformational geometry.

    Notes
    May be repeated, as topics vary, to accrue a total of nine semester hours.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 610 - Mathematical Analysis-Real Variables I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Prerequisite for MATH 610: MATH 411 or 541. Prerequisite for MATH 611: MATH 610.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 611 - Mathematical Analysis-Real Variables II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Prerequisite for MATH 610: MATH 411 or 541. Prerequisite for MATH 611: MATH 610.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 612 - Mathematical Analysis-Complex Variables I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Prerequisite for MATH 612: MATH 411 or 541. Prerequisite for MATH 613: MATH 612.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 613 - Mathematical Analysis-Complex Variables II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Prerequisite for MATH 612: MATH 411 or 541. Prerequisite for MATH 613: MATH 612.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 615 - Introduction to Functional Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Content of the course varies with the needs of the students.

    Prerequisite: MATH 411 or 541.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 621 - Topics in Modern Abstract Algebra I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 622 - Topics in Modern Abstract Algebra II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 624 - Topics in Mathematics for Elementary and Middle School Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics from the Mathematical Sciences for elementary and middle school teachers.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary. Credit for this course may not be applied toward a master’s degree in any curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 625 - Topics in Mathematics for Secondary Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics from the Mathematical Sciences for secondary teachers.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary. Credit for this course may not be applied toward a master’s degree in any curriculum.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 641 - Topics in Numerical Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics in advanced numerical analysis.

    Notes
    Course may be repeated for different topics. No duplicate credit for MATH 641 and CSCI 641.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 651 - Matrix Theory and Applications I (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Topics from matrix theory with emphasis on techniques useful for applications. Matrices, determinants, orthogonality, some linear algebra, material on canonical forms. Advanced statistical applications.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 652 - Matrix Theory and Applications II (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Topics from matrix theory with emphasis on techniques useful for applications. Matrices, determinants, orthogonality, some linear algebra, material on canonical forms. Advanced statistical applications.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 665 - Topics in Mathematical Analysis for Secondary Teachers (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Selected topics in mathematical analysis chosen to prepare secondary teachers for courses in precalculus and calculus.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of nine semester hours.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MATH 695 - Teaching Assistant Training Seminar (Cr. 1)


    Seminar on the preparation and techniques for communicating Mathematical Sciences principles and concepts, in college courses.

    Notes
    (S/U grades only). May not be counted toward the M.S. in Mathematical Sciences.

    Prerequisite: Permission of department head.

    Cr. 1

  
  • MATH 699 - Thesis (Cr. 3-6)


    Student must register for the thesis course during each regular semester the thesis is in progress. Student must be enrolled in Thesis the semester the thesis is completed and approved by the examining committee.

    Notes
    May be repeated. However, only 6 hours credit will be applied to the Master of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences.

    Cr. 3-6

  
  • MCOM 131 - Introduction to Mass Communication (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Role of mass media in society, including newspapers, radio, television, advertising, public relations, and the Internet. Covers the basic functions of these media and their impact on American society, politics, and culture.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 131 and SOCL 131, MCOM 132, or SOCL 132.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 210 - Writing for the Media (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Preparation in writing for a diversity of media formats.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 102.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 231 - Production Across Media (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Producing content across a diversity of media formats.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 261 - Introduction to Public Relations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Principles and processes of public relations including history and development, research methods, programming, and evaluation. Special publics, public relations law, and media relations.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 261 and SPCH 251.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 101-102 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 311 - Writing for Radio and Television (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Preparation of written material, including commercials, promos, scripts, and newscasts used in broadcasting.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 311 and MCOM 211.

    Prerequisites: MCOM 131 and MCOM 210.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 312 - Newswriting (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theory and practice of investigating and writing news across media.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 312 and MCOM 212 or MCOM 315.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 210.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 332 - Radio and Television Announcing (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Announcing techniques in radio and television.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 131.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 333 - Management in New Media (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Current practices in management and marketing of new media outlets. Special emphasis on the World Wide Web and social media.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 444 and MCOM 333.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 231

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 338 - Writing for Public Relations (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Writing news releases, memos and letters, newsletters and brochures, reports and proposals, speeches and scripts.

    Prerequisites: MCOM 131 and MCOM 210.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 340 - Advanced Production (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Advanced techniques in producing content across a diversity of media formats.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 231.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 343 - News Production (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Development of news content for distribution to the audience, with special attention to desktop publishing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 347 - Feature Writing (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Research and write feature stories.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 210 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 353 - Ethics in the Mass Media (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Ethical dimensions of mass media practices in journalism, advertising and public relations. Special attention will be given to moral reasoning using major ethical theories, the philosophical presuppositions of freedom of the press, claims for a unique moral status by media professionals, and case studies drawn from professional practice. Includes public speaking component.

    Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    Writing Enriched Course WE

  
  • MCOM 355 - Emerging Media Practices (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An examination of important emerging technological practices in the field of mass communication.

     

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 355 and ART 307.

    Prerequisites: MCOM 131, MCOM 210, and MCOM 231.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 361 - Public Relations Techniques (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to various public relations techniques such as writing press releases, producing video news releases, reports, brochures, and speeches.

    Prerequisite: MCOM 261 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 365 - The Television Documentary (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Documentary journalism including pre-production, production, and post-production.

    Prerequisites: MCOM 355 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • MCOM 371 - Public Relations Case Studies (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Case study approach to the practice of public relations as related to business and industry, unions, voluntary agencies, politics, and education.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for MCOM 371 and SPCH 351.

    Prerequisites: MCOM 131 and MCOM 210, or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

 

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