Major
The major consists of a total of twelve (12) required courses, which comprise eight specifically required courses, four electives, and an oral comprehensive examination. Students considering a major in mathematics are encouraged to take MAT 131–132 rather than MAT 117–118 in their first year.
Required Courses
MAT 131-132 Elementary Calculus I and II OR MAT 117-118 Calculus I and II
MAT 231-232 Intermediate Calculus I and II
MAT 202 Discrete Structures
MAT 203 Linear Algebra
MAT 401 Mathematics Seminar
CSC 117 Introduction to Programming
Electives
A minimum of four additional mathematics courses numbered above 200 or PHY 213 Introduction to Engineering. At least two electives must be 300-level courses, including at least one course chosen from:
MAT 332 Real Analysis
MAT 351 Modern Algebra I
MAT 358 Topology
Senior Oral Exam
Each mathematics major must pass an oral comprehensive examination administered at the end of the senior year. The exam is based on material covered in the required courses.
The required courses are offered every year. Elective courses are offered in alternate years. Students should consult with an advisor in the department to plan their program.
Minor
A minor in mathematics consists of six courses:
MAT 131-132 Elementary Calculus I and II OR MAT 117-118 Calculus I and II
MAT 202 Discrete Structures
Four additional courses from the mathematics courses numbered above 200 with at least one course numbered above 300.
Teacher Preparation Concentration
Students interested in the Concentration in Education should consult with the Chairperson of the Mathematics Department and the Education Program Coordinator in the Education Department to plan a course of study.
Middle school (5–8) and secondary school (8–12) teacher of mathematics programs require a Major in Mathematics. The required courses for the major and the following elective courses address the subject matter knowledge prescribed by the Massachusetts Department of Education for the field of licensure.
MAT 204 Number Theory (8–12)
MAT 208 Probability Theory (8–12)
MAT 351 Modern Algebra I (8–12)
MAT 353 Advanced Euclidean Geometry (5–8, 8–12)
ECO 115 Statistics OR PSY 265 Statistics (5–8, 8–12)
Actuarial Science
Students interested in the actuarial profession should consult with the Chairperson of the Mathematics Department to plan a course of study. Suggested coursework includes a major in Mathematics or Economics taking the following electives:
MAT 207 Actuarial Mathematics
MAT 208 Probability Theory
ECO 115–215 Statistics I-II
ECO 315 Econometrics
a minor in Computer Science taking the electives:
Students are advised to pursue summer work at an insurance company program, and to pass the first actuarial examination before graduation.