CATALOG • 2010-2011
Mathematics – Major/Minor
For information, contact Dr. Patrick Ratchford.
The mathematics major/minor programs train the student
in analytical and logical reasoning skills, based on classical mathematical
thought. The curriculum emphasizes an understanding of the nature and
structure of mathematics, its processes and applications, and is designed
to develop in the student critical thinking skills and the ability to apply
them to problems in various disciplines. The Department is strongly
committed to giving its majors a solid and broad-based mathematical
foundation that helps prepare them for a variety of careers as well as
graduate study in mathematics.
Program objectives are:
• To explore the range, beauty and power of
mathematical ideas
• To develop quantitative problem-solving skills
which transfer to other academic contexts
• To gain facility in the language and techniques
of mathematics
• To develop the ability to critically interpret
the increasing amounts of numerical and symbolic information to which we
are exposed
• To read, verify and construct mathematical
proofs and participate in the mathematical discovery process
• To construct, analyze, and solve elementary
mathematical models in applied mathematics
• To use appropriate technology applicable to
mathematics to enhance learning and enrich the intellectual environment
• To prepare for mathematical careers in
education, government, business, and industry, or advanced academic
training in mathematics or related fields
Program Requirements
A student must achieve a grade of C or better in all
mathematics courses and cognate courses to be qualified for the degree in
Mathematics. At least 18 credits of Mathematics courses must be taken
at Cedar Crest.
Course Requirements for the Mathematics Major
MAT 141 141 Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 142 Calculus II 3 credits
MAT 210 Mathematical Statistics and Probability 3
credits
MAT 211 Calculus III 3 credits
MAT 212 Calculus IV 3 credits
MAT 311 Linear Algebra 3 credits
MAT 316 Modern Algebra 3 credits
Plus choose 3 courses from the
following:
MAT 224 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits
MAT 313 Differential Equations 3 credits
MAT 321 Numerical Analysis 3 credits
MAT 324 Modern Geometry 3 credits
MAT 335 Introduction to Topology 3 credits
MAT 338 Number Theory 3 credits
MAT 339 Complex Variables 3 credits
MAT 350 Advanced Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 351 Advanced Calculus II 3 credits
MAT 390 Independent Study in Mathematics 1-3 credits
Plus the following courses:
PHY 101/102 Introductory College Physics 4 credits
each term
CIS 135 Introduction to Computer Programming 3
credits
Liberal Arts Curriculum Requirements fulfilled within the Major
Students fulfill the Information Literacy requirement
through satisfactory completion of MAT 316 and MAT 350.
Students fulfill the Technology requirement through the
satisfactory completion of MAT 141, MAT 142, MAT 210, MAT 211, MAT
212, and CIS 135.
Students who complete a co-major in secondary education
will fulfill the Oral Presentation requirement through the satisfactory
completion (C or better) of EDU 346 and EDU 373. Students who are not
completing a co-major in secondary education must fulfill the Oral
Presentation requirement with the satisfactory completion (C or better) of
CST 110 or THS 105.
Secondary Certification in Mathematics
Students also seeking a co-major in education must consult that department and plan a program before registering for the sophomore year. Students preparing for a secondary teaching
certificate must include the following courses in their program of study:
MAT 224 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits
MAT 324 Modern Geometry 3 credits
Required Courses for the Mathematics Minor
Choose six from the following courses:
MAT 141 Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 142 Calculus II 3 credits
MAT 210 Probability and Statistics 3 credits
MAT 211 Calculus III 3 credits
MAT 212 Calculus IV 3 credits
MAT 224 Discrete Mathematics 3 credits
MAT 311 Linear Algebra 3 credits
MAT 313 Differential Equations 3 credits
MAT 316 Modern Algebra 3 credits
MAT 321 Numerical Analysis 3 credits
MAT 324 Modern Geometry 3 credits
MAT 335 Introduction to Topology 3 credits
MAT 338 Number Theory 3 credits
MAT 339 Complex Variables 3 credits
MAT 350 Advanced Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 351 Advanced Calculus II 3 credits
MAT 360 Special Topics in Mathematics 1-3 credits
MAT 390 Independent Study in Mathematics 1-3 credits
