Curriculum

At Hiram College, students can pursue an academic major or minor in mathematics. The major and minor sequences of coursework prepare students for a lifetime of applying mathematical concepts within diverse professional and personal contexts that range from top-secret government cryptographers to personal financial managers.

Requirements for the Major

A student majoring in mathematics must complete the following requirements:

• MATH 19800: Calculus I
• MATH 19900: Calculus II
• MATH 20000: Calculus III
• MATH 21700: Discrete Mathematics
• MATH 21800: Linear Algebra
• MATH 30800: Mathematical Statistics I
• MATH 37100: Analysis I
• MATH 46100: Abstract Algebra I
• MATH 38000: Junior Seminar
• MATH 48000: Senior Seminar
• Two additional mathematics courses numbered above 200
• A Correlative Experience chosen by the student in consultation with an adviser in the mathematics department
• A Mathematics Portfolio

Plus one of the following:

• MATH 30900: Mathematical Statistics II
• MATH 37200: Analysis II
• MATH 46200: Abstract Algebra II

The Senior Seminar course (MATH 48000) is the mathematics capstone. In this course the student undertakes a project that involves significant independent learning in an area not included in the standard undergraduate mathematics curriculum. The project culminates in a paper and a public oral presentation.

Requirements for the Minor

A student minoring in mathematics must complete the following courses:

• MATH 19800: Calculus I
• MATH 19900: Calculus II
• Two mathematics courses numbered 200 or above
• Three additional mathematics courses numbered 300 or above

Departmental Honors

Mathematics departmental honors will be determined by a vote of the mathematics department faculty. Only students who meet the college's minimum requirements for honors will be considered.