Mathematics (MTH) 1

Mathematics (MTH) MTH 121. Finite Mathematical Models. (3)

Service course. Introduction to linear, probabilistic, graph-theoretic,
and network models with emphasis on development of algorithms.
Note: Systems of linear equations, linear programming, matrix algebra,
graphs, networks, discrete probabilistic models, and linear
1. Service courses do not count toward majors in the Department of
recurrence relations with applications of these topics to areas in the
Mathematics. They may or may not count toward majors in other
management, social, and biological science. V. PA-1A. CAS-E.
departments. Look carefully at your major requirements and at
Prerequisite: MTH 102 or 104 or three years of college preparatory
the mathematics and statistics placement guide in this Bulletin.
mathematics including Algebra II.
2. On regional campuses, placement into MTH 115, MTH 125,
and MTH 151 is based on achieving an appropriate score on a MTH 122. College Algebra. (3)
standard placement test administered at the regional campus. Service course. The course will cover the following topics: functions,
transformations of functions, polynomials, rational functions,
3. Credit cannot be earned in a lower level course after earning
logarithmic and exponential functions and their graphs. Students
credit at a higher level.
will gain experience in using algebra and functions to solve real life
MTH 025. Algebra Concepts for Precalculus. (5) problems analytically, numerically, and graphically. Credit will not be
A study of algebra topics which are background knowledge for given for both MTH 122 and MTH 125. This course will achieve all of
Precalculus. Topics include linear equations in one and two variables, the essential learning outcomes determined by the Ohio Department
polynomials, rational expressions, radicals, quadratics, and an of Higher Education and listed in TMM001 College Algebra.
introduction to functions. Prerequisites: ACT MATH score of 20, or MPT score of 7, or SAT MATH
score of 520, or completion of MTH 025 or MTH 102.
MTH 049. Math Literacy. (4)
Math Literacy for College Students is a one-semester course for MTH 124. Trigonometry. (3)
students whose programs do not require Precalculus or Calculus. Service course. The course will cover the following topics: functions,
The emphasis is on active learning, applications, and context. trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, equations, angles/
Students work in groups daily, with very limited lecture time. Topics triangles, identities, and vectors. Students will gain experience in
include numeracy, unit conversion, problem-solving, data analysis, using the topics covered in this course to solve real life problems
pattern recognition, mathematical reasoning, linear, exponential analytically, numerically, and graphically. Credit will not be given
and quadratic models, and basic statistics. MTH 049 is designed to for both MTH 124 and MTH 125. This course will achieve all of the
be accessible to students that struggle with the abstract nature of essential learning outcomes determined by the Ohio Department of
algebra. The successful student will be well-prepared for STA 261 Higher Education and listed in TMM003 College Algebra. Prerequisite:
and MTH 119, as well as non-majors science courses that have ACT Math (24) or SAT Mathematics (580) or SAT MATH SECTION SCORE
traditionally required completion of an algebra course. (580) or Math Placement Test (12) or Miami Intl Math Placement Test
(12) or MTH 122.
MTH 115. Mathematics for Teachers of Grades P-6. (4)
Topics include problem solving, numeration, computation, number MTH 125. Precalculus. (5)
theory, and rational numbers. Designed to provide content Service course. Review of algebra topics important for calculus.
background for teaching mathematics in elementary grades. Functions, polynomials, rational functions, logarithmic and
Successful completion of this course may require an examination in exponential functions, trigonometric functions and their inverses,
basic mathematics. Open only to early childhood or middle childhood conic sections, nonlinear systems, and applications of functions.
majors not concentrating in mathematics and special education Credit does not count toward a major in mathematics and statistics.
majors. V. PA-1A. Note: Students who have credit for MTH 151 or a higher mathematics
Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra or a college algebra class may not enroll in MTH 125. The only exceptions are when a
course. student audits the course or meets the criteria of the Course Repeat
Policy, as stated in the Student Handbook. Credit for graduation will
MTH 116. Mathematics for Elementary Teachers. (4)
not be given for more than one of MTH 102 and MTH 104 nor for
Service course. Topics are from geometry, probability, and statistics.
more than one of MTH 104, MTH 123, and MTH 125. At most nine
Designed to provide content background for teaching mathematics
credit hours toward graduation can be earned from any combination
in elementary grades. Open only to early childhood and special
of MTH 101, MTH 102, MTH 104, MTH 123, and MTH 125.
education majors.
Prerequisite: Earn a grade of C or better in MTH 102, or an ACT Math
MTH 119. Quantitative Reasoning. (4) Score of 22 or higher, or an SAT Math Score of 530 or higher, or a
Quantitative Reasoning is a course designed to satisfy the Miami Miami Math Placement Test score of 8 or higher, or a Miami Precalc
Plan Formal Reasoning requirement for students in majors that Placement Test score of 8 or higher, or successful completion of
don’t specifically require a mathematics course beyond the level of MTH 025.
Precalculus. The focus is on critical thinking and applications, and
all topics are covered from a contextual standpoint. Topics include
mathematical reasoning and problem solving, consumer math,
probability, and statistics. Instructors have the discretion to cover
other selected topics as time permits. V. PA-1A. CAS-E.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MTH 049, or an ACT Math
score of at least 18, or an SAT Math score of at least 500, or a Miami
Math Placement Test score of at least 6, or permission of instructor.
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MTH 133. Mathematical Foundations of Data Analytics. (4) MTH 177. Independent Studies. (0-6; maximum 10)
Service course. Mathematical concepts and terminology needed for MTH 217. Mathematics for Middle Childhood Teachers: Structure
statistical programming and data analysis. Topics include: systems of Arithmetic and Algebra. (4)
of linear equations and matrix algebra; graphs and networks; logic Service Course. A systematic study of the underlying properties
and Boolean algebra; sets and probability; power, polynomial, and structures of arithmetic and algebra with an emphasis on the
exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions; basics of rationales and irrationals. Topical Units include problem solving;
differential and integral calculus, including partial derivatives; arithmetic operations; place value; ratios, rates, proportion and
elementary principles of continuous optimization; numerical percent; algebraic reasoning and functions; integers; rational and
methods. Emphasis on contexts related to data and programming. irrational numbers; and number theory. Open only to middle
Prerequisites: MTH 125 or Calculus (AP Calculus or MTH 141 or childhood education majors with a concentration in mathematics.
MTH 151) or an ACT Math score of at least 26 or an SAT Math score of Prerequisites: MTH 151 or equivalent.
at least 600 or at least 16 on the Miami Math Placement Test.
MTH 218. Geometry for Middle Childhood Teachers. (4)
MTH 135. Introductory Mathematics for Science Applications. (3) Service Course. Designed to develop a deep understanding of
Service course. Concepts, terminology and problem-solving skills geometry appropriate for the middle grades. Topics include: proof
important in chemistry, physics, and biology. Ratios and proportions, and geometric reasoning, properties of geometric figures, similarity
significant figures, scientific notation, moles and molarity, linear, and scaling, measurement, symmetry, geometric transformations,
quadratic, logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometry, and mathematical modeling. Open only to middle childhood
vectors, algebraic systems, rates of change, and elements of education majors with a concentration in mathematics.
probability and statistics with focus on using these topics in science
applications. Qualitative reasoning is emphasized and quantitative MTH 222. Introduction to Linear Algebra. (3)
problem-solving skills are developed. PA-1A, SI-03. CAS-E. Treatment with emphasis on Euclidean spaces and matrix algebra:
Prerequisites: An ACT Math Score of 22 or higher, or an SAT Math systems of linear equations, elementary matrix operations,
Score of 530 or higher, or a Miami Math Placement Test score of 8 determinants, vector methods in geometry, vector spaces, and linear
or higher, or a Miami Precalc Placement Test score of 8 or higher, or transformations. CAS-E.
successful completion of MTH 025. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 141 or MTH 151.

MTH 141. Business Calculus. (5) MTH 231. Elements of Discrete Mathematics. (3)
Service course. Limits and continuity, derivatives, graphing and Service course. Topics, techniques and terminology in discrete
optimization, exponential and logarithmic functions, integration, mathematics: logic, sets, proof by mathematical induction, relations,
applications to problems arising in business. Credit not awarded for counting. Credit does not count toward a major in the department of
both MTH 141 and MTH 151. V. PA-1A. CAS-E. Mathematics or Statistics.
Prerequisite: An ACT Math Score of at least 24, or an SAT Math Prerequisite: MTH 151.
score of at least 580, or Miami Math Placement Test score of at least MTH 245. Differential Equations for Engineers. (3)
12, or MTH 122 (College Algebra) with a C- or better, or MTH 125 Service course. Mathematical techniques used in engineering:
(Precalculus) with a C- or better. ordinary differential equations first order, higher order and systems,
MTH 147. Introductory Seminar for Majors in the Department of Laplace transforms, and applications. Note: Credit for graduation will
Mathematics. (1) not be given for more than one of MTH 245 and MTH 347.
Introductory course for students interested in degrees offered by Prerequisite: MTH 251, MTH 249 or MTH 249H.
the Department of Mathematics. Focuses on modern career options, MTH 246. Linear Algebra and Differential Equations for Engineers.
undergraduate research opportunities, as well as on the resources (4)
and degree requirements. The course helps students plan how to Service course. Mathematical concepts and methods of Linear
make the most of their time at Miami, build community and establish Algebra and Differential Equations important in engineering: matrix
a foundation for academic and co-curricular success. Credit for operations, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, linear
graduation will not be given for more than one of MTH 147 and transformations, systems of linear and differential equations, first-
STA 147. order and higher-order differential equations, Laplace transforms,
MTH 151. Calculus I. (4) and applications. Note: Credit for graduation will be given for only one
Topics include limits and continuity, derivatives and their applications, of the following courses: MTH 245, MTH 246, MTH 347. Math and/or
and early integration techniques of polynomial, rational, radical, Stats majors should take MTH 222.
trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic Prerequisite: MTH 249 or MTH 251.
functions. It is expected that students have completed a trigonometry
or pre-calculus course and possess the following pre-requisite
knowledge: factoring polynomials, working with fractional exponents,
finding the domain of functions, properties of common functions such
as polynomial, absolute value, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric,
and rational functions, solving a variety of types of equations, inverse
functions, graphing, and other related topics. Credit is not awarded
for both MTH 141 and MTH 151. V. PA-1A. CAS-E.
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 124 or in MTH 125, or an
ACT Math score of at least 27, or an SAT Math score of at least 640, or
score of at least 17 on the Miami Math Placement Test.
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MTH 249. Calculus II. (5) MTH 340. Internship. (0-20)

This course is for first-year students only and intended for students MTH 347. Differential Equations. (3)
who have earned credit for MTH 151 either through the AP exam by Theory of ordinary differential equations with applications. Topics
scoring a 4 or above or through a College Credit Plus opportunity with include first order differential equations, higher order linear
a grade of B or better. The course includes the content of Calculus equations, and systems of first order equations. Credit for graduation
II and some review of fundamental concepts of MTH 151. Topics will not be given for more than one of MTH 245 and MTH 347.
include plane analytic geometry, techniques of integration, parametric Prerequisite: completion of or registration in MTH 222 and MTH 252.
equations, polar coordinates, infinite series, approximations,
applications. Admission to the honors course requires honors MTH 377. Independent Studies. (0-6; maximum 10)
standing or permission of the instructor. Credit not awarded for both MTH 400/MTH 500. Topics in Advanced Mathematics. (3;
MTH 249 and MTH 251. V. PA-1A. CAS-E. maximum 9)
Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in MTH 151; if credit earned Topics selected from an area of advanced mathematics.
through the AP exam, a score of 4 or above.
MTH 407/MTH 507. Mathematical Structures Through Inquiry. (3)
MTH 251. Calculus II. (4) MTH 407/MTH 507 is open only to middle childhood education
Continuation of Calculus I. Plane analytic geometry, techniques of majors; MTH507 is open only to preK-9 teachers. Study of the
integration, parametric equations, polar coordinates, infinite series, structure of mathematical systems, especially number systems,
approximations, applications. Credit not awarded for both MTH 249 developed through student-centered inquiry: pattern recognition,
and 251. CAS-E. generalizing conjecturing, and proof. SC.
Prerequisite: a grade of C or better in MTH 151. Prerequisite: MTH 151, MTH 217, and MTH 218, or permission of
MTH 252. Calculus III. (4) instructor.
Continuation of Calculus I and II. Three-dimensional analytic MTH 408/MTH 508. Mathematical Problem Solving with
geometry, vectors, derivatives, multiple integrals, applications. Technology. (3)
The honors course offers an in-depth treatment of these topics. For current and prospective AYA mathematics teachers; built around
Admission to the honors course requires honors standing or problem solving experiences. Heuristics for problem solving are
permission of the instructor. developed, and students solve problems in a variety of mathematical
Prerequisite: MTH 249, MTH 249H or MTH 251. areas. Various technologies, including computers and calculators, are
MTH 253. Introduction to Technical Computing. (1) used as tools for problem solving. Only for students in licensure or
Introduction to technical computing using Matlab or a comparable MAT programs.
software. The students learn mathematical functions, their limitations, Prerequisite: MTH 151.
how to modify the functions to suit specific mathematical needs, MTH 409/MTH 509. Secondary Mathematics from an Advanced
and the use of computer graphics. Topics include introduction to the Perspective. (3)
software; matrices and vectors; linear equations; interpolation; zeros Provides a deeper analysis of problems and concepts drawn from
and roots; least squares; quadrature; eigenvalues and singular values; high school mathematics to help teachers make connections between
plotting graphs and surfaces. EL. the advanced mathematics they are learning in college and the high
Prerequisites: MTH 222 and MTH 252. school mathematics they will be teaching. Only for students in AYA
MTH 277. Independent Studies. (0-6; maximum 10) licensure programs.
Prerequisite: at least 9 hours of 400-level MTH/STA courses and
MTH 309. Ohio Assessment for Educators Mathematics Problems completion of or enrollment in MTH 421/MTH 521.
Seminar. (1)
Only for students in AYA mathematics licensure programs. Review MTH 410/MTH 510. Topics In Geometry. (3; maximum 6)
and discussion of problems similar to those on the Integrated A course in an area of geometry; for example: affine and metric
Mathematics Ohio Assessment for Educators test. Topics include geometry, differential geometry, advanced analytic geometry, non-
Mathematical Processes and Number Sense; Patterns, Algebra and Euclidean geometries, finite geometries.
Functions; Measurement and Geometry; Trigonometry and Calculus; Prerequisite: A grade of C- of better in MTH 222 and in MTH 331, or
Statistics, Probability and Discrete Mathematics. Credit/No Credit only. permission of instructor.
MTH 411/MTH 511. Foundations of Geometry. (3)
Prerequisites: MTH 222 and MTH 251. Careful examination of underlying ideas of Euclidean geometry and
MTH 331. Proof: Introduction to Higher Mathematics. (3) some non-Euclidean geometries, including projective, metric, and
Designed to ease the transition to 400-level courses in mathematics finite. Various approaches include transformations and synthetic
and statistics. The emphasis of the course is on writing and analyzing treatments.
mathematical proofs. Topics covered will be foundational for higher Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and MTH 331.
level courses and will include propositional and predicate logic, MTH 420/MTH 520. Topics in Algebra. (1-4; maximum 8)
methods of proof, induction, sets, relations and functions. ADVW. Topics selected from an area of modern or linear algebra.
PA-1C. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and in MTH 331, or
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or above in MTH 249 or MTH 251; or a permission of instructor.
score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus BC exam.
MTH 421/MTH 521. Introduction to Abstract Algebra. (4)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MTH 222.
Elementary theory of groups, rings, integral domains, fields,
homomorphisms, and quotient structures.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and in MTH 331.
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MTH 425/MTH 525. Number Theory. (3) MTH 440/MTH 540. Topics in Analysis. (1-4; maximum 8)
An overview of topics from classical and modern number theory. Topics selected from an area of analysis.
Topics may include modular arithmetic, prime counting, units in Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 252 and in MTH 331, or
modular rings, quadratic reciprocity, and Gauss sums. SC. permission of instructor.
Prerequisite: MTH 421/MTH 521 or permission of instructor. MTH 441/MTH 541. Real Analysis. (3)
MTH 432/MTH 532. Optimization. (3) Continuity, differentiation, convergence, series and integration, in
Optimization of functions of several variables, convexity and least both one and several variables.
squares, Kuhn-Tucker conditions, linear programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222, in MTH 252 and in
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222, in MTH 252 and in MTH 331.
MTH 331. MTH 447/MTH 547. Topics in Mathematical Finance. (3)
MTH 433/MTH 533. Applied Linear Algebra. (3) Mathematical methods in options pricing; options and their
A course in linear algebra with a focus on applications and combinations, arbitrage and put-call parity, stock and option trees,
implementation of those applications using current computational risk neutral pricing, geometric Brownian motion for stock models and
software. Topics such as singular value decomposition, matrix derivation of the Black-Scholes formula; and as time allows, additional
factorizations, stochastic matrices and eigenvalue approximation topics such as futures, forwards, swaps and bond models. A course
will be presented and applied to problems in spline fitting, principal in probability, such as STA 401/STA 501, is recommended but not
component analysis, random walks, image processing, least squares required.
and recommender systems. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 249, in MTH 251, or in an
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 or in MTH 246. equivalent course.
MTH 435/MTH 535. Mathematical Modeling Seminar. (3) MTH 451/MTH 551. Introduction to Complex Variables. (4)
Teaches how mathematics can help solve real world problems in Algebra and geometry of complex numbers, elementary functions of a
fields such as biology, ecology, geophysics, engineering, and social complex variable including integrals, power series, residues and poles,
sciences. The material is learned through a hands-on approach. conformal mapping, and their applications.
A significant amount of class time is spent on a variety of group Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222, in MTH 252 and in
projects. This seminar introduces mathematical modeling as the art of MTH 331.
using mathematics to formulate and analyze practical problems, and MTH 453/MTH 553. Numerical Analysis. (3)
emphasizes usefulness of mathematics in understanding complex Errors and error propagation, root-finding methods, numerical
phenomena. A differential equations course (MTH 245 or MTH 347) is solution of linear systems, polynomial and cubic spline interpolation,
recommended but not required. SC. numerical differentiation and integration, programming of algorithms.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and in MTH 252, or An introductory CSE course, such as CSE 174, is recommended but not
permission of instructor. required. CAS-QL.
MTH 437/MTH 537. Game Theory and Related Topics. (3) Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 or in MTH 246, and in
At the instructor's discretion, one of the following areas is covered. (1) MTH 252.
Economic/Traditional Game Theory: Mixed-strategy equilibria, two- MTH 455/MTH 555. Introduction to Partial Differential Equations.
person games with applications, and N-person cooperative games (3)
with side payments. (2) Combinatorial Game Theory: The game of Nim Course focuses on first and second order partial differential equations
and how all impartial two-player combinatorial games are Nim-like, (PDEs), boundary value problems and their applications. Topics
Partisan games, and possibly solitaire games. include physical examples of PDEs, classification of second order
Prerequisite: MTH 222 or 231 or 331; or permission of instructor. linear PDEs, method of characteristics, D'Alembert's formulation,
MTH 438/MTH 538. Theory and Applications of Graphs. (3) maximum principles, heat kernels, separation of variables, and
Basic structural properties of graphs, trees, connectivity, traversability Fourier series.
(Eulerian Tours and Hamiltonian Cycles), matchings, and vertex Prerequisites: MTH 245, MTH 246, or MTH 347; or permission of the
and edge colorings. Classic graph algorithms will also be analyzed, instructor.
including shortest path, minimum weight tree, optimal assignment, MTH 477. Independent Studies. (0-6; maximum 10)
etc. Additional topics are selected from network flows, planarity,
extremal problems, and directed graphs as time allows. This is a MTH 482. Great Theorems of Mathematics. (3)
theory-oriented course, so familiarity with mathematical proof is Students explore the development of certain mathematical topics
desirable. from 1800 B.C.E. to the modern day, with emphasis on the following:
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and in MTH 331, or Development of numeration systems, Pythagorean Theorem, pi
permission of instructor. and quadrature, algebra, calculus, and the concept of infinity. Each
student adopts a mathematician and completes an individual project
MTH 439/MTH 539. Combinatorics. (3) related to that person’s mathematical work. The course concludes
Counting methods: permutations, combinations, generating with a final paper and presentation assignment for each student on
functions, recurrence relations, inclusion/exclusion. Incidence the development of a great theorem or topic that wasn’t yet explored
structures: block designs, Latin squares, finite geometries. in the coursework. SC.
Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222 and in MTH 331, or Prerequisite: MTH 411/MTH 511 or MTH 421/MTH 521 or MTH 441/
permission of instructor. MTH 541.
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MTH 483/MTH 583. Introduction to Mathematical Logic. (3) MTH 607. Algebra for Secondary School Teachers. (3)
Propositional logic, first-order logic, theories and models, For high school teachers. An in-depth development of selected
completeness and compactness, additional topics such as topics with their applications and history. Theory of equations,
nonstandard analysis. number theory, number systems, complex numbers, systems of
Prerequisite: MTH 421/MTH 521 or MTH 441/MTH 541, or permission equations, matrices, determinants, algebraic structures. For students
of instructor. in mathematics and statistics programs, credit may be applied only to
the degree Master of Arts in Teaching.
MTH 486/MTH 586. Introduction to Set Theory. (3)
Prerequisite: licensure in secondary school mathematics or
The recursion theorem, cardinality, cardinal numbers, well-
permission of instructor.
orderings, ordinals, the axiom of replacement, transfinite induction
and recursion, ordinal arithmetic, the axiom of choice, cardinal MTH 609. Data Analysis and Inference for Secondary School
exponentiation, ultrafilters, stationary sets. Teachers. (3)
Prerequisites: MTH 421/MTH 521 or MTH 441/MTH 541, or For high school teachers. Re-examination of secondary-school data
permission of instructor. science topics from an advanced viewpoint. Student use various
methods and tools to help design effective studies, make inferences
MTH 491/MTH 591. Introduction to Topology. (3)
from raw data, and translate those inferences into meaningful
Topological spaces, continuity, countability and separation axioms,
contexts. Recent developments on content and methods are included.
product topology, quotient topology, compactness, connectedness,
For students in mathematics programs, credit may only be applied to
Tychonoff’s Theorem, Urysohn’s Lemma, metrizable spaces.
the degree Master of Arts in Teaching.
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MTH 222, in MTH 252, and in
Prerequisite: Licensure in secondary school mathematics or
MTH 331.
permission of instructor.
MTH 495/MTH 595. Introduction to Applied Nonlinear Dynamics.
MTH 621. Abstract Algebra I. (4)
(3)
Sylow theory, composition series, polynomial rings. Galois theory of
Study of nonlinear dynamics of dynamical systems with application
fields, modules over a principal ideal domain and their application.
of associated one-dimensional and two-dimensional flows/maps,
Prerequisite: MTH 421/MTH 521 or permission of department chair.
bifurcations, phase plane dynamics, stability and control. Applications
from physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering will be utilized MTH 622. Abstract Algebra II. (3)
throughout the course. Continued study of structures from MTH 621 together with algebras,
Prerequisite: MTH 245 or MTH 347 or permission of instructor. tensor products, radicals, chain conditions and dimension, within one
Cross-listed with MME. of the frameworks: commutative algebra, artinian rings, homological
algebra, or Lie algebras.
MTH 600. Topics in Advanced Mathematics. (3; maximum 9)
Prerequisite: MTH 621.
Topics in Advanced Mathematics.
MTH 632. Advanced Optimization. (3)
MTH 604. Discrete Mathematics for Secondary School Teachers.
Careful development of the theory of finite-dimensional continuous
(3)
optimization, emphasizing the differentiable and convex cases.
For high school teachers. Selected topics, such as: algorithms,
Prerequisite: MTH 432/MTH 532/532 and 441 or permission of
Boolean algebra, combinatorics, difference equations, functions,
instructor.
graphs, and networks. For students in mathematics and statistics
programs, credit may only be applied to the degree Master of Arts in MTH 638. Advanced Graph Theory. (3)
Teaching. Advanced treatment of graph theory with selected topics from:
Prerequisite: licensure in secondary school mathematics or Extremal problems, probabilistic, algebraic, and topological aspects of
permission of instructor. graph theory, analysis of graph algorithms, Ramsey theory.
Prerequisite: MTH 438/MTH 538 or permission of instructor.
MTH 605. Calculus for Secondary School Teachers. (3)
For high school teachers. A return to the main topics of calculus with MTH 640. Internship. (0-12)
more emphasis on theory, applications, and historical development MTH 641. Functions of a Real Variable. (4)
than in the usual introductory course. For students in mathematics Lebesgue measure, Lebesgue integration, differentiation, general
and statistics programs, credit may only be applied to the degree measures and integration, Radon- Nikodym theorem, Fubini theorem,
Master of Arts in Teaching. classical Lp spaces, Banach spaces.
Prerequisite: licensure in secondary school mathematics or Prerequisite: MTH 491/MTH 591.
permission of instructor.
MTH 651. Functions of a Complex Variable. (4)
MTH 606. Geometry for Secondary School Teachers. (3) Complex number system, analytic functions, complex integration and
For high school teachers. Re-examination of traditional material of calculus of residues, representation, analytic continuation, Riemann
secondary-school geometry from an advanced viewpoint. Recent mapping theorem.
developments on content and methods are included. For students in Prerequisite: MTH 441/MTH 541 and 451.
mathematics and statistics programs, credit may be applied only to
the degree Master of Arts in Teaching. MTH 655. Advanced Differential Equations. (3)
Prerequisite: licensure in secondary school mathematics or Concepts and techniques for solving the ordinary and partial
permission of instructor. differential equations that arise in various scientific disciplines.
Prerequisites: MTH 441/MTH 541/541 or permission of the instructor.
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MTH 677. Independent Studies. (0-6; maximum 10)

MTH 689. Research in Math Education. (3)
An introduction to the interpretation and application of educational
research methods in mathematics education. Emphasis will be
on action research as a methodology. Practical experience in data
collection and making research plans will be included.
MTH 691. Introduction to Algebraic Topology. (4)
Fundamental group and covering spaces: homotopy, fundamental
group of the circle, Seifert-Van Kampen Theorem, group
presentations, covering spaces and the correspondence theorem.
Additionally, if time permits, topics in homology.
Prerequisite: MTH 491/MTH 591.
MTH 700. Research for Master's Thesis. (1-12; maximum 12)