2009-2010 Catalog II - Newberry College

MAT 334. Linear Algebra. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 212 or permission of department.
Topics include the theory of finite dimensional vector spaces and matrices treated from the standpoint of
linear transformations.
Required for state teacher certification in Mathematics.
MAT 335. Modern Geometry. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 121 or higher.
A study of modern geometry including history, current axiom systems, and alternate developments of
geometry using coordinates, vectors, and groups.
Required for state teacher certification in Mathematics.
MAT 336. Methods of Teaching Secondary Mathematics. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 150 or higher.
This course is designed to give teacher candidates practical training in the teaching of mathematics on the
secondary level (9-12). Teacher candidates will become familiar with the national and state curriculum
standards for mathematics instruction. They will develop an understanding of instructional strategies,
activities, and materials essential for effective teaching of mathematics in secondary schools. Twenty-four
hours of field experience will be required.
Required for teacher certification in Mathematics. Open only to students in the Teacher Education Program.
Does NOT satisfy Core Curriculum requirements for Areas D-2 or D-3.
MAT 338. Vector Analysis. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 300.
A study of the algebra of vectors and the calculus of vector-valued functions. Topics include vector identities,
space curves, and the gradient, divergence, and curl of vector functions. Also considered are line and surface
integrals including the Divergence Theorem, Green‘s Theorem, and Stoke‘s Theorem.
Offered at departmental discretion.
MAT 341. Differential Equations. (3)
Co-requisite: MAT 300.
Methods for the solution of differential equations of the first order and special equations of the second order.
MAT 342. Applied Mathematics. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 341 or permission of instructor.
Topics include curvilinear coordinate systems, Fourier Series, and transforms. Boundary value problems of
interest to science and mathematics students. An introduction to the calculus of residues. Laplace transforms
and the inversion integral.
Offered at departmental discretion.
MAT 428. Discrete and Continuous Probability. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 212.
A study of chance from a theoretical perspective. Topics include: random variables, moment-generating
functions, conditional probability and stochastic independence, sampling distributions, the Central Limit
Theorem.
MAT 433. Modern Abstract Algebra. (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 212 or consent of the department.
Topics include groups, rings, and fields.
Required for state teacher certification in Mathematics.
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