It is recommended that students contemplating study in applied mathematics have undergraduate training in differential equations, linear algebra, and a year of analysis or applied mathematics. A separate brochure describing the Mathematics program in greater detail is available on request. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers a wide range of courses in the areas of probability theory, real and complex analysis, topology, linear algebra, number theory, combinatorics, and abstract algebra. Students wishing to prepare for a Ph.D. program in mathematics can build a solid foundation through an appropriate selection of courses offered by the department. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers operations research courses which cover topics such as linear programming, network problems, integer programming, mathematical programming and queueing theory.
Emphasis is placed on mathematical techniques as well as practical applications.
Depending on their interests, students can take additional courses in mathematics, computer science, statistics, management science, or economics. It is recommended that students contemplating study in operations research have a background that includes multivariate calculus, linear algebra and probability. A separate brochure describing the Statistics program in greater detail is available on request. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers courses in both statistical theory and methodology. These include mathematical statistics, statistical methods, nonparametric statistics, Bayesian analysis, regression theory and applications, discrete multivariate analysis, sampling and statistical computing.