The primary software used in calculus is Mathematica , but the computers are also equipped with a variety of other software for work in statistics, geometry, and computer programming, and this software is available in the other computer labs around campus. The computers are linked to the College network, enabling instructors to develop materials in their offices for use in class by students or for demonstration. Open in the evenings, this room is available for students to work on homework and it is the site of our mathematics tutoring service, part of the Quantitative Skills Center. As we have incorporated more use of computers into our courses, the use of this room has increased to the point where it is scheduled nearly every class period. We need, and are looking forward to, additional similar space.
Advanced classes are usually small, and make use of technology as appropriate.
In addition to the room described above, there are four computer laboratories on campus, which can be reserved for these classes when needed. Future Facilities New facilities for science and mathematics. The highlight of the construction, at least from our perspective, will be an attractive, centrally located departmental commons room, a place where students and faculty can gather to work and relax. Similar rooms in other mathematics departments have been instrumental in building and maintaining departmental unity. The plans also call for two classrooms similar to Baxter 214.