Program: Mathematics, Specialization in Applied Mathematics, B.S.

Jun 04, 2024

2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Catalog Navigation

Catalog Home

Undergraduate Academic Policies

Colleges

Programs

Course Descriptions

Undergraduate Special Academic Programs and Services

Previous Catalogs

Hierarchy Clean Up

Associate of Technical Study Degree Plan

HELP

2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Print this Page

Although it is an ancient academic discipline, mathematics is still one of today’s most dynamic and influential fields. One aspect of mathematics consists of abstract ideas and challenging problems; recent successes include the proofs of the Poincaré Conjecture, the Sphere-Packing Conjecture, and Fermat’s Last Theorem. The other aspect of mathematics is its use in other human endeavors, where its impact is stunning. Mathematics has always been indispensable in commerce, physics, and engineering. In recent years, mathematics has driven developments in telecommunications, medicine, computers, finance, insurance, weather forecasting, car and airplane design, and many more. All of the mathematics courses in the major introduce new ways of thinking and develop discipline in thinking carefully and expressing this thought through problem solutions or carefully written arguments.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in mathematics are expected to:

Understand what mathematics and statistics are, how they are done, and how they relate to other disciplines;
Use the language of mathematics and statistics to communicate basic ideas, techniques, and results;
Objectively and critically evaluate information and assess performance, using mathematical ideas;
Demonstrate appreciation for the beauty, utility, and impact of mathematics and statistics;
Apply mathematical problem-solving techniques in novel situations;
Use appropriate technology to attack a wide variety of mathematical tasks successfully.

This specialization emphasizes the scientific computing and modeling aspects of applied mathematics. The minimum grade point average in specialization courses is 2.0. A minor or double major in computer science or physics is recommended.

BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements

Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:

English Composition and Oral Communication
_____________________________ ________

Quantitative Literacy
_____________________________ ________

Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:

Humanities and the Arts
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Social and Behavioral Sciences
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:

_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

University Requirements

Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:

Cultural Diversity in the US ____________
International Perspective ____________

Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120

Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36

Arts & Sciences Requirements (WLC)

World Languages and Cultures (_ yrs of HS___)

Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas.
________1010_________________ ________
________1020_________________ ________
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Lab Science

_____________________________ ________

Multidisciplinary Component

Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Major Requirements

Note: The MATH 1310requirement may be met by taking MATH 1340-MATH 1350.
Note: The MATH 2350requirement may be met by taking MATH 2330and MATH 2340.

MATH 1310 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry (QL)
MATH 2320 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
MATH 2350 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III with Vector Fields
MATH 3220 - Discrete Mathematics
MATH 3320 - Elementary Linear Algebra
MATH 3370 - Differential Equations
MATH 4320 - Linear Algebra with Applications
MATH 4650 - Introduction to Real Analysis I
MATH 4510 - Numerical Analysis
MATH 4410 - Probability and Statistics I

Plus 1 Course From the Following

MATH 4370 - Qualitative Theory of Differential Equations
MATH 4390 - Boundary Value Problems of Differential Equations
MATH 4420 - Probability and Statistics II
MATH 4450 - Applied Probability
MATH 4470 - Exploratory Data Analysis

Also Required

PHYS 2110 - University Physics I
PHYS 2120 - University Physics II

Total Credits: 38; 2.0 GPA in Courses Listed Below

Minor Requirements

(Usually 21 Credits)

Electives and Non-Credit Courses

For Graduation You Will Need:

122 credit hours minimum.
Minimum GPA 2.00.
At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.

Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor programmustoriginate in the department/school offering the major or minor andmustbe approved by the College Office.

To ensure a timely graduation, see aCollege Advisorduring the semester prior to your intended graduation.

Remember to complete anApplication for Graduationby the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.