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Mathematics
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
Associate Professor Thornburg, Department Chair
Associate Professors Flores, Martin McCoun
The mission of the department of mathematics is to:
1. Provide a foundation in mathematics that will prepare McMurry math-
ematics majors for a career or graduate school. We expect such
students to be able to:
a. Communicate mathematical ideas in a written format.
b. Communicate mathematical ideas in an oral format.
c. Construct valid mathematical proofs.
d. Solve equations of various types.
e. Perform valid mathematical computations.
f. Use mathematical problem solving techniques.
g. Use mathematical modeling techniques.
h. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic tools of math-
ematics.
2. Provide mathematical course offerings that help other departments
prepare their majors. We expect such students in these courses to
be able to:
a. Solve equations of various types.
b. Perform valid mathematical computations.
c. Use mathematical problem solving techniques.
d. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic tools of math-
ematics covered in the course.
3. Provide courses that are appropriate for the McMurry general educa-
tion requirements. We expect students in the math portion of the
general education to be able to do 3 of the following:
a. Be able to solve problems using the techniques from a
specific discipline of mathematics.
b. Be able to set up and manipulate mathematical models.
(Setting up a mathematical model involves taking a situ-
ation and describing it in mathematical terms. The math-
ematical description can then be manipulated to answer
questions about the original situation.)
c. Demonstrate an understanding of abstract mathematical
systems. (Abstract mathematical systems are systems that
have been developed as a generalization of some area of
mathematics.)
d. Be able to apply and symbolically manipulate mathematical
functions (such as trigonometric functions).
e. Demonstrate an understanding of geometric interpreta-
tions of mathematical concepts. (This could be a study of
shapes or the study of the impact of shapes to understand
some underlying mathematical concept.)
Special Programs and Opportunities:
Mathematics Club. The Mathematics Club is open to all students
interested in mathematics. Activities might include programs of special
interest, speakers, and field trips.
Kappa Mu Epsilon. This is a national honor society for students meet-
ing the necessary academic requirements.
DepartmentalAwards. Each spring, awards are presented to outstan-
ding students at the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior levels. An
outstanding junior is awarded the Jennie Tate and the Clyde A., and Mary
Long Scholarship to be used during the student's senior year.
William Lowell Putnam Competition A national competition held for
students who are recommended by the mathematics faculty. This is held
annually the first Saturday of December.
Departmental Honors. Please see the description of the Honors Pro-
gram under the Special Program section earlier in the catalog.Courses Taught in the Mathematics Department:
MATH 1311
MATH 1312
MATH 1315
MATH 1320
MATH 2315
MATH 2421
MATH 2322
MATH 2340
MATH 3301
MATH 3302
MATH 3321
MATH 3330
MATH 3331
MATH 3332
MATH 3341
MATH 3351
MATH 4301
MATH 4302
MATH 4321
MATH 4322
MATH 4331
MATH 4388
MATH 4X95
MATH 4X96*
MATH 4X97*
MATH XX99College Algebra
Trigonometry
Contemporary Mathematics
Pre-calculus
Discrete Mathematics
Calculus I
Calculus II
Linear Algebra
Multivariable Calculus
Intermediate Analysis
College Geometry
Teaching Elementary Math I EC-6
Teaching Elementary Math II EC-6
Theory of Secondary School Mathematics
Ordinary Differential Equations
Statistics
Advanced Analysis I
Advanced Analysis II
Abstract Algebra I
Abstract Algebra II
Numerical Analysis with Computer Applications
Internship
Independent Studies
Honors Tutorial
Senior Thesis of Project
Special Topics100
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