Mathematics, B.A.

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A comprehensive math degree with training in the fundamentals of proofs, analysis, algebra, computation and math modeling. Provides a strong background for teaching, work in industry and graduate programs in math.

Degree Requirements

This degree requires 120 credit hours, 42 of which are upper-division credits.

University Studies Program

This degree requires that The University Studies Program 2015 requirements are met before graduation. Some of the courses required for this major fulfill USP requirements, but not all. Students should check their degree evaluations and consult with their assigned academic advisor to discuss their specific course plan.

C 1 - Communication 1 Credits: 3
C 2 - Communication 2 Credits: 3
C 3 - Communication 3 Credits: 3
Q - - Quantitative Reasoning Credits: 3
PN - - Physical and Natural World (1) Credits: 3
PN - - Physical and Natural World (2) Credits: 3
H - - Human Culture (1) Credits: 3
H - - Human Culture (2) Credits: 3
V - - U.S. & WY Constitution Credits: 3
FYS or USP Elective - - Any 3-credit hour of FYS or 3-credit hours of USP electives Credits: 3

Required Lower Division Core Courses

MATH 2200 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MATH 2205 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MATH 2210 - Calculus III Credits: 4
MATH 2310 - Applied Differential Equations I Credits: 3
MATH 2250 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MATH 2485 - Mathematics Major Seminar Credits: 2

Upper Division

These courses, known as the transition courses, introduce students to the three main areas of mathematics research currently represented in the department.

At the upper division, all mathematics majors must take:

MATH 3205 - Analysis I: Elementary Real Analysis Credits: 3
MATH 3500 - Algebra I: Introduction to Rings and Proofs Credits: 3
MATH 3340 - Introduction to Scientific Computing Credits: 3

Depth Course

Every mathematics major must select one course that builds on the corresponding transition course. This sequence provides the student with an opportunity to study one of these areas in greater depth.

MATH 4200 - Analysis 2: Advanced Analysis Credits: 3
OR
MATH 4205 - Analysis 3: Undergraduate Topics in Analysis Credits: 3
OR
MATH 4510 - Algebra II: Introduction to Group Theory Credits: 3
OR
MATH 4520 - Algebra III: Topics in Abstract Algebra Credits: 3
OR
MATH 4340 - Numerical Methods for Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations Credits: 3
OR
MATH 4440 - Introduction to Partial Differential Equations I Credits: 3

Upper Division Math Courses

Finally, an additional 15 credits of upper division math courses (3000 and above) are required. It is recommended that these courses be selected to provide a broad view of mathematics.

Two of the math electives may be chosen from a list of approved courses that have significant math content, upon approval by the student’s advisor. More details about such courses are available on the math department’s web site, www.uwyo.edu/mathstats/.

Only grades of C or better will be accepted for the major.