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III. REQUIREMENTS AND SAMPLE PROGRAMS FOR SPECIFIC TRACKS<br />

A. REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN PURE MATHEMATICS<br />

(42 semester hours in addition to the course requirements listed above)<br />

Required Courses in Mathematics (12 semester hours)<br />

MATH 420 Abstract Algebra I 3<br />

MATH 421 Abstract Algebra II 3<br />

MATH 430 Advanced Calculus I 3<br />

MATH 431 Advanced Calculus II 3<br />

12<br />

Elective Courses in Mathematics (15 semester hours, at least 9 at the 400 level)<br />

MATH 300 Differential Equations 3<br />

MATH 310 Introduction to Geometries 3<br />

MATH 342 Mathematical Probability 3<br />

MATH 344 Mathematical Statistics 3<br />

MATH 400 Partial Differential Equations 3<br />

MATH 410 History of Mathematics 3<br />

MATH 428 Advanced Linear Algebra 3<br />

MATH 440 Introduction to Optimization Theory 3<br />

MATH 450 Overview of College Mathematics 3<br />

MATH 460 Numerical Analysis I 3<br />

MATH 461 Numerical Analysis II 3<br />

MATH 470 Complex Analysis 3<br />

MATH 485 General Topology 3<br />

MATH 490‐494 Selected Topics in Mathematics 3 each<br />

MATH 495‐497 Advanced Problem Seminar 1 each<br />

MATH 499 Senior Seminar 2<br />

Other requirements (15 semester hours)<br />

CHEM 170 Chemistry Laboratory I 2<br />

COSC 113 Computer Science II 4<br />

PHYS 272 General Physics II 3<br />

PHYS 202 Physics Laboratory II 2<br />

Free Elective(s) No restriction 4<br />

COMPETENCIES (PURE MATHEMATICS TRACK)<br />

The primary focus of Pure Mathematics is the exploration of mathematical ideas for their own sake,<br />

unconstrained by considerations of practical application. Thus, Pure Mathematics qualifies both as an<br />

art and a science. Practiced for its distinct beauty, it is capable, nevertheless, of yielding results of great<br />

practical significance. At the core of an education in Pure Mathematics is the development of analytical<br />

reasoning and the ability to think in the abstract. Possession of these skills enables the Pure<br />

Mathematician to probe the limits of pure reason and to explore and solve problems in various scientific<br />

fields.<br />

Major in Pure Mathematics Program Goals<br />

1. To provide a strong foundation for graduate study in mathematics, particularly in the pure<br />

areas related to algebra, number theory, and analysis.<br />

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