| Mathematics Major | Preprofessional Mathematics Concentration |
| Area Of Concentration In Mathematics For Adolescent To Young Adult License (Gr.7 - 12) |
| Area Of Concentration In Mathematics For Middle Childhood License (Gr. 4 - 9) |
| Mathematics Minor | Mathematics Placement Test |
| Binary Program In Engineering |

MATHEMATICS MAJOR

The mathematics program provides students with a broad foundation in mathematical knowledge, applications, and aesthetics for the purpose of preparation for careers, graduate school, and personal enrichment. Students pursuing either a Bachelors of Arts or Bachelors of Science in mathematics must complete the common major requirements as well as an area of concentration chosen from one of the areas below. In addition, it is recommended that students complete PH 200 Critical and Creative Thinking, which fulfills a General Education Requirement.

Upon completing the course of studies as a major in mathematics, our graduates will:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of what mathematics is and what it is not by explanations of the components of mathematics, including what an axiomatic system is and how it applies to Geometry, where it originated as well as to other branches of mathematics.
• Use mathematical vocabulary correctly.
• Explain why each branch of mathematics was developed, what types of problems each branch solves and prove some of the basic theorems of these branches.
• List the people who made major contributions to mathematics over the centuries and explain what their contributions were.
• Demonstrate skill in determining which mathematical tools to use in solving problems of various types.
• Demonstrate skill in solving problems which require algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics or number theoretic methods for solution.

Major Requirements (27 Credits):
MA 175 Calculus I 4 cr.
MA 176 Calculus II 4 cr.
MA 277 Calculus III 3 cr.
MA 280 Differential Equations I 3 cr.
MA 330 Modern Geometry 3 cr.
MA 331 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory 3 cr.
MA 332 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
MA 432 Modern Algebra 3 cr.
MA 481 Coordinating Seminar 1 cr.

The Bachelors of Arts degree also requires a Cooperative Education experience (MA 295, 395, or 495) or a Student Teaching Experience (see requirements under Education).

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PREPROFESSIONAL MATHEMATICS CONCENTRATION

39 Credits
This area of concentration will provide the students with the opportunity for personal growth by preparing them for further studies in graduate school as well as for entry level positions in various mathematical and other related professions, and will show the students how they can use their individual skills to better our society as a whole.

Major Requirements plus the following:
MA 363 Numerical Analysis I 3 cr.
MA 410 Differential Equations II 3 cr.
MA 452 Discrete Structures 3 cr. Plus one elective 300 level and above

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AREA OF CONCENTRATION IN MATHEMATICS FOR ADOLESCENT TO YOUNG ADULT LICENSE (GR. 7-12)

39 Credits
Major Requirements plus the following:
MA 221 Statistics I 3 cr.
MA 310 Number Theory 3 cr.
Two upper-biennium math electives 6 cr.

See EDUCATION for Professional Education Requirements.

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AREA OF CONCENTRATION IN MATHEMATICS FOR MIDDLE CHILDHOOD LICENSE (GR. 4 - 9)

15 Credits
Requirements:
MA 120 Pre-Calculus 3 cr.
MA 130 Elementary Number Theory 3 cr.
MA 131 Geometry, Probability and Statistics from an elementary point of view 3 cr.
MA 221 Statistics I 3 cr.
MA 330 Geometry 3 cr.

See EDUCATION for Professional Education Requirements.

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MATHEMATICS MINOR

23 Credits
Requirements:
MA 175 Calculus I 4 cr.
MA 176 Calculus II 4 cr.
MA 277 Calculus III 3 cr.
MA 330 Modern Geometry 3 cr.
MA 331 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory 3 cr.
Plus two electives (one at 200-level and one at 300/400-level) 6 cr.

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MATHEMATICS PLACEMENT TEST

A student who intends to register for any of the following courses is required to have successfully completed the prerequisite for that course within two years prior to registration or to have demonstrated proficiency by taking a mathematics placement test within two years prior to registration.

Courses that require a placement test:
MA 100, MA 110, MA 120, MA 130,
MA 131, MA 175, MA 221,and MA 330

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BINARY PROGRAM IN ENGINEERING

Students who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering may enter the Binary Program in Engineering. Students who major in mathematics or science at Notre Dame College can apply for admission to a binary program at Case Western Reserve University. The application should be made during the sophomore year so that course arrangements can be made by the beginning of the junior year. However, a freshman entering Notre Dame College should make known to the academic advisor the intent to enter the binary program.

At the conclusion of the engineering degree requirements, the student will receive a BS degree from Notre Dame College and a BS degree from the School of Engineering, Case Western Reserve University. The program takes a minimum of five years. Students who wish to pursue engineering after graduation can do this with an undergraduate major in chemistry or mathematics. During the sophomore year the student should know the program requirements of the planned graduate school so that the appropriate course electives can be chosen.

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