Mathematics

Mathematics

Mathematics is a powerful and versatile major. Students with degrees in mathematics are highly sought after as employers and graduate schools know that success in mathematics requires strong problem solving abilities and outstanding analytical thinking skills. The mission of the undergraduate program in mathematics at Ottawa University is to provide the student with an understanding of mathematical thought and knowledge and to prepare the student for the application of these skills towards advanced degree programs and/or careers requiring mathematical expertise. Graduates of the math program at Ottawa University can prepare themselves for a wide range of career opportunities from a variety of fields including professional graduate study, mathematics, operations research, finance, computer science, statistics, education, federal, state, or local government positions or actuarial science.

Curriculum

Liberal Arts Studies Courses

  • LAS 30012 Writing and Critical Thinking in the Liberal Arts OR
    • LAS 20010 College Seminar I and LAS 20020 College Seminar II
  • LAS 45012 Global Issues in the Liberal Arts (capstone)

Plus 6 credit-hours in each of the following Breadth Areas:

  • Art/Expression
  • Social/Civic
  • Science/Description
  • Value/Meaning
Major Required Courses
  • MAT 20043 Discrete Mathematics
  • MAT 21044 Calculus I
  • MAT 21144 Calculus II
  • MAT 31044 Calculus III
  • MAT 22043 Linear Algebra
  • MAT 30243 Transition to Higher Mathematics
  • MAT 31143 Mathematical Statistics I
  • MAT 32044 Mathematical Statistics II
  • MAT 33043 Differential Equations
  • MAT 42143 Abstract Algebra
  • MAT 43443 Numerical Methods
  • MAT 45143 Introduction to Real Analysis
  • MAT 49201 Integrative Seminar in Mathematics

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