Mathematics Degrees

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The Mathematics Department is a member of the Mathematical Association of America and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Faculty scholarship includes research ranging from methods for teaching mathematics to historical and analytical studies of mathematics. The Department hosts an annual mathematics conference and a lecture series. The Mathematics Department also sponsors a club for mathematics majors.

A. Collegium Requirements

NSM 1000 – The Way of Science
NSM 3000 – Careers in Science (1 credit)
NSM 4000 – Senior Science Thesis
B. Major Requirements

CT 1510 – Introduction to Computer Programming
MT 2110 – Discrete Mathematics
MT 2310 – Statistics
MT 2320 – Statistics II
MT 2510 – Calculus I (4 credits)
MT 2520 – Calculus II (4 credits)
MT 3530 – Calculus III (4 credits)
MT 4110 – Linear Algebra
MT 4120 – Abstract Algebra
MT 4540 – Differential Equations
PH 2210 – General Physics I (4 credits)
PH 2220 – General Physics II (4 credits)
. Two Electives, from the Following List

CT 3560 – Internet Programming
MT 2610 – Geometry
MT 3150 – History of Mathematics
MT 3310 – Mathematical Modeling
MT 3990 – Topics in Mathematics
MT 4810 – Directed Study in Math (1 – 4 credits)
MT 4830 – Independent Study in Math (1 – 4 credits)
. Distribution Courses and Electives

Requirements to Minor in Mathematics

MT 1510 – Precalculus
MT 2110 – Discrete Mathematics
MT 2310 – Statistics
MT 2510 – Calculus I
MT 2520 – Calculus II
Two electives selected from:

MT 2610 – Geometry
MT 2320 – Statistics II
MT 3150 – History of Mathematics
MT 3310 – Mathematical Modeling
MT 3530 – Calculus III
MT 4110 – Linear Algebra
MT 4120 – Abstract Algebra

The study of mathematics provides a unique and critical lens for viewing and analyzing the world in which we live. Mathematics is the international language of the sciences and facilitates the representation, evaluation, and solution of problems in many fields.

From introductory courses to pure and applied mathematics, New England College offers a range of undergraduate courses designed to help students develop critical and quantitative thinking that leads to rational and logical decisions. This program is designed for those seeking careers in business, education, and the sciences.

The mathematics at New College is both challenging and exciting. The governing principles of New College’s educational policy are reflected in the mathematics program which emphasizes freedom of choice for the individual student and allows each individual to direct his or her own education. Well before graduating, majors are able to work on advanced material often found in graduate school offerings.

The core program for students electing a major in mathematics includes three semesters of calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, two semesters of modern abstract algebra, two semesters of real analysis and complex analysis. In addition, students are encouraged to take courses in topology, discrete mathematics, graph theory, and number theory as well as computer science and the other sciences. Finally students are applauded for forays into other liberal arts courses in the humanities and social sciences.

There is a great deal of flexibility involving coursework for advanced students. Past advanced courses, tutorials and independent study projects have included algebraic geometry, algebraic topology, combinatorial optimization, differential geometry, differential topology, foundations of mathematics, Fourier analysis, functional analysis, Galois’ theory, representation theory of finite groups, group theory, mathematical biology, measure theory, model theory, partial differential equations, probability, projective geometry, and topics in mathematical physics.

There are six faculty members in the department working broad areas of applied and pure mathematics including topology, finite groups, combinatorics, partial differential equation, fluid dynamics, mathematical biology and scientific computing. For more information please visit personal web pages of the faculty.

A degree from the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Nebraska Wesleyan University prepares students to meet the demands of living in a technology-driven world. By studying mathematics and computer science, students develop the skills necessary to succeed in both graduate study and entry-level employment.

The Department of Mathematics seeks to convey to students that mathematics has both beauty and utility, is both an art and a science, and is distinguished by virtue of its use of the axiomatic method.

Further, in accordance with the Mathematical Association of America’s Guidelines for Programs and Departments in Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences, the Department is committed to a mathematical sciences curriculum that is responsive to the needs of its students, and seeks to provide course and program offerings to both majors and non-majors that present suitable academic challenge, in a supportive environment, “based on the expectation that all students can learn mathematics.”

Inherent in our preparation of those who are preparing to teach school mathematics is the belief that they are ultimately responsible for the future of the discipline and that without thorough preparation they can not convey its power, beauty, and utility to others.

Underlying this mission is the belief that the Department must make meaningful use of modern technologies as well as diverse methods of instruction to enhance teaching and learning and increase students’ understanding of mathematical concepts.

The Department of Applied Mathematics has 17 tenure and tenure track faculty, 5 emeriti faculty, 1 senior lecturer and 2 lecturers. We offer both the M.S. and PhD in Applied Mathematics.

Mission Statement

The NPS Applied Mathematics Department is committed to excellence. Our purpose is to provide an exceptional mathematical education focused on the unique needs of our students, to produce relevant research for our sponsors, and to provide quality service to the community. We further are committed to maintenance of a well-designed curriculum and a supportive environment for our students.

Vision Statement

We will provide a solid mathematical foundation for our students as they make the transition into graduate curricula. We will provide high-quality instruction in all our courses, giving emphasis to relevant and modern mathematical techniques in our advanced courses. We will encourage our students to develop and utilize skills in analysis, reasoning, creativity, and exposition as they acquire knowledge of mathematics and its applications.

We will maintain active research programs, making a special effort to respond to the needs of the NPS, DoN and DoD communities. By adhering to the most stringent standards of scholarship, we will ensure that NPS continues to hold the respect of the community of scholars worldwide.

We will continue to serve the NPS community by keeping active in the governance of the School. We will serve our client curricula by ensuring, to the best of our ability, that our service courses meet their needs. We will serve our profession, not only through scholarship but also by our involvement in professional organizations and by our editorial and administrative contributions to the growing body of mathematical knowledge.

To acquire the MA degree (with thesis), the student must successfully complete at least 32 semester hours of approved study beyond the bachelor’s degree. Students study methodological areas such as measurement theory, scaling, and applied test construction, including test development, validation, and application in educational settings. They need to focus on understanding, evaluating, and improving a wide variety of statistical methods used in applied educational research and examine issues in experimental design, regression, and multivariate methods. They conduct studies using analytical, empirical, and computational methods.

During the first year of graduate study, the student and the advisor jointly plan the student’s program of studies. The program will include those courses deemed appropriate to the student’s interests and vocational objectives. The courses are divided into three fields, including (1) research methodology, (2) measurement theory and application, (3) important issues on measurement and evaluation.

:The purpose of the master program in the Graduate Institute of Measurement and Statistics is to provide training and experience to enable graduates to obtain special competence in areas of educational measurement, evaluation and research methodology. The objectives of this program include:

1. Preparing students for positions regarding high quality skills in measurement and assessment and research methodology.
2. Offering training to enable students to develop expertise in constructing reliable and valid assessment instruments in various fields.
3. Helping educational administrators plan innovative workshops or seminars in areas of measurement and assessment.
4. Exploring issues of integrating measurement (and evaluation) and (scientific) technology.
5. Providing professional consultancy in measurement and applied statistics to promote the quality of research design.
6. Hosting regular international seminars to explore the ongoing changes and trends in the fields of measurement and evaluation.