Mathematics BA Major

Heather Evans	Senior Lecturer
David A. Feil	Associate Professor
Darrel Johnson	Distinguished Lecturer
Kristen A. Lampe	Professor
Thomas St. George	Associate Professor
John C. Symms	Associate Professor

The major in mathematics includes courses in pure and applied mathematics, offering a broad and in-depth foundation for students with diverse interests and backgrounds. All courses in the curriculum develop logical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and deductive analysis, making majors and minors highly attractive to graduate schools and employers in industry.

Combined with complementary course work, a mathematics major gives strong preparation for graduate study in an increasingly wide variety of disciplines. These include biostatistics, computer science, economics, forestry, genetics, meteorology, operations research, physics, psychology, pure and applied mathematics, sociology, and most engineering fields.

Career opportunities for those with a mathematics major are equally varied. These include positions in the fields of actuarial science, banking and financial services, communications, computer science, consulting, government, health services, management, public policy, research organizations, utilities, and transportation.

The major in mathematics is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for certification in mathematics.¹

Please see Academic and Program Policies in this catalog for information about how retroactive credits in calculus may be earned.

Learning Outcomes for Mathematics

Students majoring in mathematics are expected

To develop both skill at calculation and understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of calculus and algebra.
To acquire an ability to analyze, create, and communicate mathematical ideas and proofs.
To use logic and creativity to solve problems in a variety of mathematical disciplines.
To recognize that mathematical skills have applications in other settings, both academic and professional.

¹Students must normally maintain a 2.75 grade point average in the major to remain in good standing in the Teacher Education Program.

Courses in the Major

MAT 160 - Calculus I 4 Hour(s)
MAT 161 - Calculus II 4 Hour(s)
MAT 206 - Transition to Adv Mathematics 4 Hour(s)
MAT 207 - Calculus III 4 Hour(s)
MAT 208 - Linear Algebra 4 Hour(s)
MAT 320 - Abstract Algebra 4 Hour(s)
MAT 409 - Mathematical Analysis 4 Hour(s)
MAT 450 - Mathematics Senior Capstone 4 Hour(s)

Two of the Following Six Courses:

MAT 305 - Modern Geometry 4 Hour(s)
MAT 309 - Differential Equations 4 Hour(s)
MAT 312 - Theory of Probability & Statistics 4 Hour(s)
MAT 324 - Numerical Analysis 4 Hour(s)
MAT 350 - Mathematics Seminar 4 Hour(s)
MAT 412 - Mathematical Statistics 4 Hour(s)

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

The requirements for a Bachelor of Arts are:

Students must take 2 consecutive modern language courses for a total of 6 or more credits in the same modern language (MLL) other than English; this does not include American Sign Language. Carroll University will accept a total of 6-8 transferred credits from another college/university as long as all of those credits are completed in the same language.
**International students who have English as their second language should contact the Registrar concerning the Modern Language requirement.
MAT 106 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 4 Hour(s) or higher
ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
Degree requirements cannot be waived.

Note:

Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major