A study of topics of special interest in mathematics. Students will be required to make at least three presentations including individual study of a specific mathematics topic under the supervision of the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Major in mathematics, senior standing, grade of "C" or better in either MATH 4200 Abstract Algebra I or MATH 4300 Real Analysis, and permission of the instructor.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
MATH 4200 Abstract Algebra I (3 hours)
A study of various algebraic systems arising in modern mathematics, such as groups and rings.
Prerequisite(s): Grades of "C" or better in MATH 2200 Introduction to Higher Mathematics and any 3000-level or 4000-level mathematics course.
(Normally offered fall of even-numbered years.)
MATH 4300 Real Analysis (3 hours)
A formal approach to limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration with emphasis on the proofs of theorems. Additional topics may include topology, uniform continuity, and uniform convergence.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in MATH 2200 Introduction to Higher Mathematics and MATH 2600 Calculus III.
(Normally offered spring of even-numbered years.)
