| Mathematics Suggested Sequence | |
Because of the relatively small size of the mathematics program, as mentioned in the last section, the number of offerings that a major has in any given semester is limited. Therefore, it is extremely important that majors try to take Problem Solving and Proof as early as possible (concurrent with Calculus II). In the hopes of connecting potential students to the major earlier, the department has as the prerequisite for Calculus I either having calculus clearly identified on high school transcripts, or passing a calculus readiness test administered in the Learning Resource Center, or College Algebra and Trigonometry.
There are two suggested sequences of mathematics courses at or above the calculus level for majors, depending upon whether you start the calculus sequence in the fall of an even or odd year. Both sequences can be completed in three years, starting from when you begin calculus. So if you start the calculus sequence in your first year, it is possible to complete the math requirements by the end of your third year or to spread out some of your coursework, keeping the rotation of math courses in mind. If you start the calculus sequence in your second year or you decide to take Problem Solving & Proof in the spring of your second year, it is possible to complete the math requirements by the end of your fourth year.
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When a student’s first year starting in the fall of an even year: |
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Year |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First-Year |
MATH 231. Calculus I |
MATH
232. Calculus II MATH
301. Problem Solving &
Proof Phys 201F5. College Physics I |
Sophomore |
MATH 233.
Calculus III |
MATH
121. Statistics1 MATH 442. Number Theory |
Junior |
MATH
461. Geometry MATH
451. Explorations of School Math2 MATH 483. Math (Education) Seminar3 |
MATH 331. Differential Equations4 MATH 431.
Real Analysis MATH
459. Middle/Secondary Math Methods5 |
Senior |
either
MATH 432. Complex Analysis or |
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Statistics is offered every semester, including summers |
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When a student’s first year starting in the fall of an odd year: |
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YEAR |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First-Year |
MATH 231. Calculus I |
MATH
232. Calculus II MATH
301. Problem Solving &
Proof Phys 201F5. College Physics I |
Sophomore |
MATH 233.
Calculus III MATH
461. Geometry MATH 483. Math (Education) Seminar1 |
MATH
121. Statistics2 MATH 431. Real Analysis |
Junior |
MATH
441. Abstract Algebra |
MATH
341. Linear Algebra MATH
442. Number Theory |
Senior |
MATH
451. Explorations of School Math5 |
MATH 459. Middle/Secondary Math Methods6 |
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Math Seminar is required of math majors and Math Education Seminar is
required of math teaching majors |
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If you start the calculus sequence as a freshman or you start it during your sophomore year and are planning on taking more than four years to complete your degree, then it may be possible to take some of the suggested courses from your second year in the sequence in your fourth year instead. Consult with your mathematics advisor however if you are considering doing so. The College Physics sequence is a spring/fall sequence, having Calculus I and II as prerequisites, respectively, and can be delayed if necessary. Statistics is offered every spring and can be taken whenever it fits into your schedule. As part of the major, students need to take a computer programming course (either CS 130, 180, or 201) recommended in the fall of the third year of the sequence. Ask your advisor about the rotation for the programming courses and which course will meet your individual needs and interests
Copyright © 2001 Ken Jewell & Edgewood College All rights reserved.
Revised:
June 22, 2004
For more information please contact: jewell@edgewood.edu