Mathematics Major: Pure Mathematics Concentration, B.A.; B.S.

B.A. degree or B.S. degree

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The Concentration in Pure Mathematics is designed for mathematics students who plan to either enter graduate school after graduation from CMU or use mathematics as an adjunct skill in their professional life outside academe. This includes students planning to enter professions as wide-ranging as mathematical modeling, accounting and finance, actuary, computer programming, engineering, and a variety of positions within the health and social sciences.

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Program Requirements

Core Courses (30 hours)

MTH 132	Calculus I	4(4-0)
MTH 133	Calculus II	4(4-0)
MTH 223	Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory	3(3-0)
MTH 233	Calculus III	4(4-0)
MTH 332	Introduction to Mathematical Proof	3(3-0)
MTH 334	Differential Equations	3(3-0)
MTH 499	Capstone Course in Mathematics	3(3-0)
MTH 523	Abstract Algebra	3(3-0)
MTH 532	Advanced Calculus I	3(3-0)

Required Courses (12 hours)

Pure Mathematics Concentration

Select four of the following:

MTH 436	Elements of Complex Variables	3(3-0)
MTH 521	Theory of Numbers	3(3-0)
MTH 525	Advanced Linear Algebra	3(3-0)
MTH 533	Advanced Calculus II	3(3-0)
MTH 543	Curves and Surfaces	3(3-0)
MTH 545	Introduction to Point-Set Topology	3(3-0)
MTH 578	Combinatorics and Graph Theory	3(3-0)

Total: 42 semester hours