After MATH 230 or 250a or equivalent. Consult the director of undergraduate studies. Individual investigation of an area of mathematics outside of those covered in regular courses, involving directed reading, discussion, and either papers or an examination. A written plan of study approved by the student's adviser and the director of undergraduate studies is required. The course may normally be elected for only one term.
Students present several talks on the chosen topic.
Fulfills the senior requirement. Normally two of the following courses may, with permission of the director of undergraduate studies, be counted with Mathematics courses toward the requirements of the major. For description see under Operations Research. Each year the Mathematics and Statistics departments offer a large number of graduate courses, some of which are accessible to undergraduates with advanced preparation in mathematics. Further information may be obtained from the directors of undergraduate studies whose permission, with that of the relevant director of graduate studies, is required for admission.