Mathematics Major (MHLJ)

The General Mathematics Option is a flexible program that may be combined with minors in diverse areas such as physics in the natural sciences, economics in the social sciences, or even be used as a base for law school. This option also serves as excellent preparation for graduate study in mathematics. A student in this program should develop, in addition to a broad background in mathematics, an ability for communicating mathematics and for rigorous logical thinking.

Core (12 hours)

MATH 2300 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 4 hours

Select Either:

MATH 1220 - Calculus I Credits: 4 hours
or
MATH 1700 - Calculus I, Science and Engineering Credits: 4 hours

Select Either:

MATH 1230 - Calculus II Credits: 4 hours
or
MATH 1710 - Calculus II, Science and Engineering Credits: 4 hours

Required (17 to 18 hours)

MATH 2720 - Multivariate Calculus and Matrix Algebra Credits: 4 hours
MATH 3140 - Mathematical Proofs Credits: 3 hours
MATH 3300 - Modern Algebra I Credits: 4 hours
MATH 4400 - Graphs and Mathematical Models Credits: 3 hours

Select Either:

MATH 5070 - Numerical Analysis I Credits: 3 hours
or
MATH 5700 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: 4 hours
(MATH 5700 is strongly recommended for those planning on graduate school mathematics.)

Electives

(Three electives are required. At least one of the three electives must be at the 4000-level or higher.)

MATH 3400 - Fundamental Concepts of Geometry Credits: 3 hours
MATH 3740 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra Credits: 4 hours
MATH 4020 - Mathematical Modeling Credits: 3 hours
MATH 4080 - Linear Programming Credits: 3 hours
MATH 4300 - Modern Algebra II Credits: 3 hours
MATH 4900 - Topics in Mathematics Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5070 - Numerical Analysis I Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5100 - Applied Matrix Algebra Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5220 - Introduction to Topology Credits: 4 hours
MATH 5270 - Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5300 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5310 - Linear Algebra with Applications Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5710 - Advanced Calculus II Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5720 - Vector Calculus and Complex Variables Credits: 4 hours
MATH 5740 - Advanced Differential Equations Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5800 - Number Theory Credits: 3 hours
STAT 3620 - Probability Credits: 3 hours
STAT 3640 - Foundations of Data Analysis Credits: 4 hours

Note:

Those planning to attend graduate school in mathematics should elect theoretical courses such as:

MATH 4300 - Modern Algebra II Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5220 - Introduction to Topology Credits: 4 hours
MATH 5300 - Linear Algebra Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5310 - Linear Algebra with Applications Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5700 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: 4 hours
MATH 5710 - Advanced Calculus II Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5800 - Number Theory Credits: 3 hours

Baccalaureate-Level Writing Requirement

Students who have chosen the General Mathematics option will satisfy the Baccalaureate-Level Writing requirement by successfully completing:

MATH 3140 - Mathematical Proofs Credits: 3 hours

Accelerated Graduate Degree Program

Students in this major are eligible for the department’s Accelerated Graduate Degree Program (AGDP). Interested students should consult WMU’s Graduate Catalog and, in their sophomore or early junior year, contact the department for details.