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Mathematics
The mathematics major is designed for
students who are interested in employment in
government or industry, who plan to attend
graduate or professional school, or who plan
to teach.
Why Study Mathematics at Butler?
• One of the few collegiate departments in
the U.S. to adhere to the CUPM
(Committee for Undergraduate Program
in Mathematics) guidelines
• Active student clubs in mathematics and
mathematics education
• Butler Math Lab hires mathematics and
mathematics education majors to tutor
students enrolled in lower-level and core
mathematics classes
Faculty:
• Teach all courses, including introductory,
without graduate assistants, resulting in
personal attention and interaction with
students
• Wide range of specialties in the field of
mathematics
• Student/professor research sponsored by
Butler Summer Institute (BSI)
Butler University offers degrees in:
• Theoretical mathematics
• Mathematics education
• Mathematics and engineering (dual degrees)
with Purdue University-Indianapolis
Degrees:
• B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics
• Minor in Mathematics
Mathematics Program Student
Learning Outcomes
• Demonstrate an understanding of
mathematical arguments, and assess their
validity.
• Identify the fundamental concepts in
the main areas of mathematics, including
set theory, logic, calculus, discrete mathematics,
linear and modern algebra, and
real analysis.
• Construct mathematical proofs using
standard techniques such as induction,
contradiction and contraposition.
• Solve mathematical problems and perform
calculations by applying abstraction and
mathematical models as appropriate.
• Communicate mathematical ideas and
concepts to various audiences, including
170 Butler University
being able to use mathematical word
processing systems to write mathematics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of various
interconnections among the branches of
mathematics, the breadth and depth of
mathematics, and the beauty in mathematics.
Requirements for the Major
• MA106, 107, 208, Calculus and Analytic
Geometry I, II, III
• MA200, Basics of Advanced Mathematics
• MA205, Discrete Mathematics
• MA215, Linear Algebra
• MA312, Modern Algebra I
• MA326, Real Analysis I
• MA330, Complex Analysis
• MA490, Senior Seminar
• Choose one of MA313, Modern Algebra II
or MA327, Real Analysis II
• Programming course numbered CS142 or
higher
• Three upper division electives to be chosen
from MA301, MA305, courses numbered
between MA310 and MA399, or numbered
MA473
Requirements for the Minor
• MA106, 107, Calculus and Analytic
Geometry I, II
• MA205, Discrete Mathematics
• Choose one of MA305, Graph Theory or
MA208, Calculus and Analytic Geometry
III
• MA215, Linear Algebra
• One additional upper division elective to
be chosen from MA301, MA305, courses
numbered between MA310 and MA399
or MA473
Actuarial Science
An actuary is a mathematician responsible
for estimating risks, primarily in the insurance
and financial security industries. The Butler
program helps to prepare students for the
jointly administered CAS/SOA Examinations
P, FM, MLC, MFE and C.
Why Study Actuarial Science at
Butler?
• One of only a few schools in Indiana to
offer a degree in actuarial science
• Actuarial Science/Management program
with both an actuarial science degree and
an MBA degree
• Active student club in actuarial science