College's catalog - Trinity Christian College
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Mathematics<br />
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Mathematics<br />
S. Donovan, R. Hansum, D. Klanderman (chair), M. Maxwell, W. Miller , S. Robbert<br />
Mathematics is a powerful tool for solving practical problems, as well as a highly creative field of<br />
study, combining logic and precision with intuition and imagination. A major goal of mathematics<br />
is to reveal and explain patterns, whether the patterns appear in the arrangement of swirls on a<br />
pinecone, fluctuations in the value of currency, or as the detail in an abstract geometric figure.<br />
As Reformed <strong>Christian</strong>s, we believe that God has created, redeemed, and still sustains every<br />
aspect of the world around us. It is our task to appreciate the beauty and well-orderedness of<br />
his creation and to use our God-given abilities to subdue it and to use it for his purposes. Thus,<br />
the aim of the mathematics department is to use analytical thinking to help prepare students to<br />
be <strong>Christian</strong>s who are qualified and professional in their chosen vocations. This is accomplished<br />
in three ways: we work to develop students who are proficient in mathematics, to educate<br />
students for a life of <strong>Christian</strong> service, and to develop in the students good work habits. The<br />
proficiency in mathematics requires the background, skills, and analytical thinking necessary for<br />
these students to succeed professionally in their chosen work environment: graduate school,<br />
industry, or the elementary or secondary school classroom. The secondary mathematics education<br />
major is designed for teachers in grades 6 through 12. This program meets the major graduation<br />
requirements only for students completing the secondary education certification program.<br />
<strong>Trinity</strong> <strong>Christian</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s proximity to metropolitan Chicago offers its mathematics majors<br />
unique education and employment advantages. The wide diversity of industry, business, and<br />
institutions near <strong>Trinity</strong> allow for a broad range of internship opportunities. <strong>Trinity</strong>’s math<br />
department is an active participant in the mathematics division of the Association of <strong>College</strong>s<br />
in the Chicago Area (ACCA) and the Illinois Section of the Mathematical Association of<br />
America (ISMAA). Activities include area-wide competitions, lectures and conferences, and<br />
annual opportunities for presentations of student research. The department sponsors annual<br />
Mathematics Triathlon competitions for students in grades 3 through 8 from area <strong>Christian</strong><br />
schools.<br />
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