• MATH 4652

    Introduction to Abstract Algebra
     Rating

    3.33

     Difficulty

    4.67

     GPA

    3.04

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Structural properties of basic algebraic systems such as groups, rings, and fields. A special emphasis is made on polynomials in one and several variables, including irreducible polynomials, unique factorization, and symmetric polynomials. Time permitting such topics as group representations or algebras over a field may be included. Prerequisites: MATH 3351 or 4651 and MATH 3354 or permission of the instructor.

  • MATH 4110

    Introduction to Stochastic Processes
     Rating

    3.41

     Difficulty

    4.00

     GPA

    3.38

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Topics in probability selected from Random walks, Markov processes, Brownian motion, Poisson processes, branching processes, stationary time series, linear filtering and prediction, queuing processes, and renewal theory. Prerequisites: MATH 3100 and MATH 3351.

  • MATH 1140

    Financial Mathematics
     Rating

    3.41

     Difficulty

    2.46

     GPA

    3.26

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    The study of the mathematics needed to understand and answer a variety of questions that arise in everyday financial dealings. The emphasis is on applications, including simple and compound interest, valuation of bonds, amortization, sinking funds, and rates of return on investments. A solid understanding of algebra is assumed.

  • MATH 3310

    Basic Real Analysis
     Rating

    3.50

     Difficulty

    3.43

     GPA

    3.23

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    A rigorous development of the properties of the real numbers and the ideas of calculus including theorems on limits, continuity, differentiability, convergence of infinite series, and the construction of the Riemann integral. Students without prior experience constructing rigorous proofs are encouraged to take Math 3000 before or concurrently with Math 3310. Prerequisite: MATH 1320.

  • MATH 3351

    Elementary Linear Algebra
     Rating

    3.53

     Difficulty

    3.08

     GPA

    3.14

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Includes matrices, elementary row operations, inverses, vector spaces and bases, inner products and Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization, orthogonal matrices, linear transformations and change of basis, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and symmetric matrices. Emphasis will be on the theory of the subject and abstract arguments. Credit is not given for both MATH 3350 and 3351. Prerequisite: MATH 1320.

  • MATH 3250

    Ordinary Differential Equations
     Rating

    3.72

     Difficulty

    3.26

     GPA

    3.29

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Introduces the methods, theory, and applications of differential equations. Includes first-order, second and higher-order linear equations, series solutions, linear systems of first-order differential equations, and the associated matrix theory. May include numerical methods, non-linear systems, boundary value problems, and additional applications. Prerequisite: MATH 1320 or its equivalent.

  • MATH 3354

    Survey of Algebra
     Rating

    3.83

     Difficulty

    4.02

     GPA

    3.19

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Surveys major topics of modern algebra: groups, rings, and fields. Presents applications to areas such as geometry and number theory; explores rational, real, and complex number systems, and the algebra of polynomials. Students without prior experience constructing rigorous proofs are encouraged to take Math 3000 before or concurrently with Math 3354. Prerequisite: MATH 1320.

  • MATH 3350

    Applied Linear Algebra
     Rating

    3.89

     Difficulty

    2.95

     GPA

    3.40

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Topics will include systems of linear equations, matrix operations and inverses, vector spaces and subspaces, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, matrix factorizations, inner products and orthogonality, and linear transformations. Emphasis will be on applications, with computer software integrated throughout the course. The target audience for MATH 3350 is non-math majors from disciplines that apply tools from linear algebra. Credit is not given for both MATH 3350 and 3351.

  • MATH 1160

    Algebra, Number Systems, and Number Theory
     Rating

    4.00

     Difficulty

    1.29

     GPA

    3.77

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Studies basic concepts, operations, and structures occurring in number systems, number theory, and algebra. Inquiry-based student investigations explore historical developments and conceptual transitions in the development of number and algebraic systems.

  • MATH 1190

    A Survey of Calculus I with Algebra
     Rating

    4.06

     Difficulty

    3.45

     GPA

    2.71

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    A first calculus course for business/biology/social-science students. Topics include college algebra/limits and continuity/differentiation and integration of algebraic and elementary transcendental functions/applications to related-rates & optimization problems as well as to curve sketching & exponential growth. At most one of MATH 1190, MATH 1210, and 1310 may be taken for credit. Prerequisite: No previous exposure to Calculus.