**Review** Graduate Catalog 2025-2026

MATH 508 Workshop

A variety of workshops on special topics within the discipline. Goals and objectives will emphasize the acquisition of general knowledge and skills in the discipline.
1- 3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

MATH 513 Professional Renewal

Update skills and knowledge of professionals in the discipline. Goals and objectives will be specifically directed at individual professional enhancement rather than the acquisition of general discipline knowledge or methodologies. S/U or letter graded.
1- 3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

MATH 520 Functions and Equations

Polynomial equations including DeMoivre's Theorem, the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, methods of root extraction (e.g., Newton, Graffe) multiplicities, symmetric functions, matrices and determinants. Elementary computer applications.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 522 Directed Studies

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
1- 3

Special Notes

Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

MATH 525 Linear Algebra I

Vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices, eigenvalues, canonical forms, quadratic forms and other selected topics.
3

Prerequisites

MATH 321 with a minimum grade of C

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

MATH 528 Discrete Mathematics

A broad, deep survey of topics in enumerative combinatorics, with a focus on mathematical reasoning and problem solving.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 529 Mathematical Problem Solving

Techniques in problem solving applied to algebra, number theory, geometry, probability, discrete mathematics, logic and calculus. A study of Polya's heuristic rules of mathematical discovery.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 531 Basic Analysis I

Sequence of two courses to extend studies of calculus and analysis into the mathematical rigor and logic of analysis. Includes: real numbers, sequences, topology, limits, continuity, differentiation, series and integration.
3

Prerequisites

MATH 233 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 532 Basic Analysis II

Continuation of MATH 531.
3

Prerequisites

MATH 531 with a minimum grade of C

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

MATH 534 Continuous Mathematics

An exploration of select topics in real analysis providing a deeper understanding of real numbers, continuous functions, and the theoretical underpinnings of calculus.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 537 Mathematical Modeling

Introduction to the process of mathematical modeling using a wide selection of mathematical tools, with an emphasis on development, verification and interpretation of models and communication of results.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 540 Introduction to Topology

Point-set topology and the foundations of real analysis.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

MATH 543 Modern Geometry

A survey of both traditional Euclidean geometry and contemporary geometries, in which applications of geometry are integrated into the study of the mathematical structure of geometrical systems.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

MATH 550 Applied Probability and Statistics

Methods related to descriptive and inferential statistics and the concept of probability are investigated in depth.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 560 Introductory Complex Variables

First course in complex variables, especially for potential calculus teachers. After preliminaries, proceed directly to power series, Laurent's series, contour integration, residue theory, polynomials and rational functions.
3

Prerequisites

MATH 432 with a minimum grade of C

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

MATH 564 History of Mathematics

Survey of mathematical conceptual development and the people involved from antiquity to the present, including content connections and use of primary and secondary sources.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 591 Abstract Algebra and Number Theory

A problem-solving approach to a survey of core abstract algebra topics including groups, rings, integral domains, fields and number theory related results.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

MATH 595 Topics in Mathematics

Topics from various fields of mathematics which reflect specific interests of instructors and students.
1- 3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

MATH 599 Mathematics Action Research Project Seminar

Students conduct research into a mathematical problem relevant to their own teaching, implement a related innovation in their own classroom, and write about their findings.
3

Prerequisites

4 Courses of MATH 500-799 with a minimum grade of C

Level Restriction

Include GR

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations