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  MAT 010 - Basic Math

Non-credit math/algebra review leading to MAT 011 or MAT 103M. (Pass/Fail only) Prerequisite(s): Placement test results or permission of instructor. Every semester.



Credit: 0

  MAT 011 - Basic Algebra

Non-credit algebra review leading Intermediate Algebra, MAT 100M, MAT 120M. (Pass/Fail only) Prerequisite(s): Placement test results, MAT 010 or permission of instructor. Every semester.



Credit: 0

  MAT 100M - Introduction to Mathematics

Introduction to some of the important concepts and ideas of mathematics from the modern point of view. A course not intended for students in business, elementary education, nor those planning to pursue further courses in mathematics or science. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 103M - Mathematical Content for Elementary School Teachers I

This is one of two courses designed to provide elementary education, special education, early childhood, and early childhood special education majors with the mathematical content they will need.  This course concentrates on ideas of numbers, sets and operations, looked at from a problem-solving perspective. Additional topics may come from geometry, statistics and probability. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and high school geometry. Letter only. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 104M - Mathematical Content for Elementary School Teachers II

This is one of two courses designed to provide elementary education and K-3 early childhood education majors with the math content they will need. This course concentrates on geometry appropriate to the K-8 curriculum, but at a difficulty level appropriate to college students. The course also incorporates significant amounts of general problem-solving. MAT 103 is not a prerequisite for this course. Letter only. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 120M - Introductory Statistics

A general introductory course including descriptive statistics, basic probability, normal distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing for means and proportions, two-sample t-tests for means, Chi-Squared tests, regression and correlation. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 132M - Precalculus

Rational, quadratic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions are presented. Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school mathematics. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 141M - Calculus I

Introduction to the basic concepts of limit, differentiation, and integration; study of their applications to problems in rates of change, extrema, and area between curves. Includes both rational and transcendental functions. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 142 - Calculus II

Continuation of the investigation of differentiation and integration begun in MAT 141M, examining techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, and infinite series including Taylor series. Applications studied will include volumes of solids of revolution and work. Prerequisite(s): MAT 141M with a grade of C- or better. Every spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 151M - Foundations of Abstract Mathematics

This course considers the basic objects of mathematics and the methods used to elucidate their properties.  Predicate logic and the theory of sets, relations, functions and the natural numbers will be discussed. The student will learn about proving properties of these objects. Prerequisite(s): Three years of high school mathematics (two years of Algebra and one of Geometry.) Letter grade. Every semester.



Credit: 4

  MAT 197 - Independent Study in Mathematics

An opportunity to pursue selected topics under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite(s): Four credit hours in mathematics and permission of instructor. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

  MAT 220 - Data Analysis

This course is intended for those majoring in mathematics, secondary mathematics education, or computer science. The course is designed to contain the content of AP statistics, but at the deeper level required for pre-service teachers. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, regression and correlation, sampling and experimentation, basic probability, normal distributions, sampling distributions, point estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing for means and proportions, two-sample t-tests for means, chi-squared tests, and possible other topics. Appropriate technology will be used. Prerequisite(s): MAT 141M or permission of instructor. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 241 - Calculus III

Multivariable calculus including vectors; analytic geometry of planes, surfaces, and solids; functions of several variables and partial differentiation; multiple integrals; line and surface integrals; and Green's and Stokes' theorems. Prerequisite(s): MAT 142. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 242 - Differential Equations

An introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations focusing on first order equations, linear equations of higher order, systems of differential equations, and basic numerical methods. Other topics will be considered as time permits. Prerequisite(s): MAT 142. Even spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 251 - Linear Algebra

Introduction to linear algebra and its applications. Topics may include matrix operations, systems of linear equations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, orthogonality, eigenvalues, Markov processes, linear programming and the use of mathematical software in modeling and problem solving. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra or permission of instructor. Every spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 277 - Elementary Topics in Mathematics

Each time this course is offered a mathematical topic will be chosen which requires college mathematical experience. The topics which will be covered will be the ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Prerequisite(s): 8 credits in mathematics. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

  MAT 304 - College Geometry

This course examines Euclidean geometry of the plane in comparison with geometry on the sphere and other surfaces, examines the structure of Euclidean geometry as an axiomatic system, and looks at isometries and tiling as well as other topics in geometry such as other dimensions and trigonometry on the sphere. The historical context of geometry, the nature of geometric proof and writing to explain geometric ideas are included. Prerequisite(s): 10 credits of mathematics including MAT 141M and MAT 151M. Every spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 313 - Introduction to Abstraction

This class is intended to introduce future elementary teachers to processes of abstract mathematical reasoning, using logic and group theory as models. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits of mathematics including MAT 141M. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 320 - History of Mathematics

The history of mathematics from antiquity to the twentieth century, with emphasis placed on the major developments of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. Problems will be solved in the historical context. The cultures in which mathematics developed will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of mathematics including MAT 141M. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 325 - Interest Theory
A rigorous, calculus-based treatment of the Theory of Interest, including simple and compound interest, present and future value, annuities, bonds and other securities, yield rates, amortization schedules and sinking funds, yield curves, portfolios, cash flow duration, immunization, and practical applications. This course prepares students for a majority of the content on the Society of Actuaries FM examination. Prerequisite(s): C- in MAT 142. Even Spring.


Credit: 4

  MAT 333 - Graph Theory and Combinatorics

The two areas of Mathematics considered in this course highlight the interplay between different parts of Mathematics. The elementary and sophisticated counting methods of Combinatorics elucidate properties of Graphs while the Theory of Graphs stimulates and provides insights into counting methods. Applications to the understanding of problems are an integral part of the course. Prerequisite(s): MAT 151M. Odd spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 352 - Abstract Algebra

An introduction to the algebraic structure of groups, rings and fields. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits in mathematics, MAT 151M and 8 credits of other mathematics courses numbered MAT 141M or higher. Every spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 363 - Mathematical Problem Solving

A seminar course to integrate the mathematics the students have learned and to foster the improvement of their problem solving skills through work on group and individual research problems. Prerequisite(s): 32 credits in mathematics. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 367 - Intermediate Statistics

The focus of this course is determining and conducting the appropriate analysis for different types of data and various applications. Topics covered include experimental design, power, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for two populations, contingency tables, one-way and two-way ANOVA, multiple regression, logistic regression, and non-parametric statistics. A statistical computer package will be used. Prerequisite(s): MAT 120M or MAT 220. Odd spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 371 - Mathematical Probability

An introduction to Probability using the tools learned in courses through Calculus. Combinatorial and integral methods will be used to calculate probabilities and expectations of functions of random variables. There will be discussion of Discrete and Continuous Probability Distributions including Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Gamma and Multivariate Distributions. Prerequisite(s): MAT 142. Every fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 377 - Intermediate Topics in Mathematics

Each time this course is offered a mathematical topic will be chosen which requires college mathematical experience. The topics which will be offered will be ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits in mathematics. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

  MAT 381 - Actuarial Probability

This course provides an introduction to the basic probabilistic principles of insurance and risk management. The topics of probability theory are applied to solve problems found in insurance and risk management applications. A problem solving approach will be adopted to provide preparation for Exam P/1, the first actuarial exam.  Prerequisite(s): MAT 371 at UMF, or a calculus-based probability course from a different university. Odd spring.



Credit: 4

  MAT 397 - Independent Study in Mathematics

An opportunity to pursue independent study in a selected mathematics topics under the direction of a faculty member. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

  MAT 404 - Real Analysis

This course is a rigorous re-examination of the calculus of a single variable. Topics include the structure of the real numbers, limits, continuity, differentiation, sequences, series, and integration.  Prerequisite(s): MAT 142 and MAT 151. Odd fall.



Credit: 4

  MAT 477 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics

Each time this course is offered, an advanced mathematical topic will be chosen which requires extensive college mathematics experience. The topics which will be covered will be ones which are not covered in the regular course offerings of the division. Prerequisite(s): 16 credits in mathematics including MAT 141M. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

  MAT 497 - Independent Study in Mathematics

An opportunity to pursue independent study in a selected mathematics topics under the direction of a faculty member. Prerequisite(s): 20 hours of mathematics and permission of instructor. Varies.



Credit: 1-4

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