Mathematics
2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog | Catalogs

Mathematics is an essential tool for developing theory and research in a broad range of quantitative fields. The study of mathematics provides training in disciplined thought and analysis. The programs of study leading to the bachelor’s degrees prepare graduates for a variety of professions as well as for continuing study at the graduate level.

All students who plan to major or minor in mathematics must see a math advisor before registering. Some students may need prerequisite courses. Advanced placement in mathematics is possible for well-prepared students. All courses presented for the major and the minor must be completed with grades of C or higher. The average grade for all courses taken in mathematics must be C or higher. Repeated courses in the major or minor require specific approval.

Major in Mathematics leading to a BA or BS degree

All credit must be approved by the mathematics faculty to be applied toward the major. At least four of the courses beyond Math 233 must be completed at Roosevelt University. Requirements for a major in mathematics leading to the BA or BS degrees consist of the core and elective courses listed below.

	Math 231	Calculus I	4
	Math 232	Calculus II	4
	Math 233	Calculus III	3
	Math 245	Discrete Structures or Math 290 Mathematical Reasoning	3
	Math 300	Linear Algebra	3
	Math 352	Analysis	3
	Cst 150	Computer Science I	4
	Four electives above 233 including at least two at the 300 level		12

Secondary education

Secondary Education students must meet the Illinois certification requirements and should meet with an advisor from the College of Education. Students who are seeking certification to teach high school mathematics have the same 24-hour core requirements as a mathematics major listed above. Five additional courses are required as follows:

	Math 217 or Math 347	Probability and Statistics	3
	Math 280	Mathematical Modeling
	or Math 307	Differential Equations and Modeling
	or Math 332	Operations Research
	or Math 357	ANOVA and Experimental Design	3
	Math 316	History of Mathematics	3
	Math 317	Geometry	3
	Math 318	Number Theory or Math 320 Modern Algebra	3

Minor in Mathematics

The requirements for a minor in mathematics are five mathematics courses, at least four of which are at the 200 level or higher and must include Math 231. Math 202 may not be applied toward the minor. All five courses must be passed with a C or higher, and at least three must be completed at Roosevelt. Students with at least one year of high school calculus credit may substitute a course approved by the mathematics faculty for Math 231.

Major in Statistics leading to a BA or BS degree

The major in statistics prepares graduates for diverse and vital areas that may include medical research, drug testing, environmental risk assessment, quality assurance, economic forecasting, and the exploration of space. The major requires 11 courses in mathematics, a supporting course in computing, and a minor in a discipline that uses statistics. At least four of the courses beyond Math 233 presented for the major must be completed at Roosevelt.

The minor must include five courses beyond the introductory course in the discipline and must be approved by the mathematics faculty. At least three of these courses must be completed at Roosevelt. Approved minor areas for the BA degree are biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, environmental science, metropolitan studies, physics, psychology, and sociology. Approved areas for the BS degree are biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, and psychology.

	Math 231	Calculus I	4
	Math 232	Calculus II	4
	Math 233	Calculus III	3
	Math 217	Introduction to Probability and Statistics	3
	Math 238	Applied Statistical Methods	3
	Math 300	Linear Algebra	3
	Math 347	Probability and Statistics I	3
	Math 348	Probability and Statistics II	3
	Math 349	Regression and Time Series	3
	Math 357	ANOVA and Experimental Design	3
	One additional course in mathematics beyond Math 233		3
	Cst 150	Computer Science I	4

Minor in Statistics

The requirements for a minor in statistics are five mathematics courses which must be passed with grades of C or higher. At least three of the courses must be completed at Roosevelt University. Students with at least one year of high school calculus may substitute a course approved by the mathematics faculty for Math 231.

	Math 231	Calculus I	4
	Four courses chosen from the following: Math 217, 238, 328, 332, 347, 348, 349, 357, 388		12

Elementary courses

All entering students must take the Roosevelt University Assessment for placement in their first mathematics course. Depending on the assessment of their skills, students entering with less than one year of high school algebra should expect to begin with Math 099; those entering with less than two and one-half years of high school algebra and/or geometry should expect to begin with Math 100. Well-prepared students (for example, those who have done well in college algebra or above in high school) should consult an advisor in the mathematics program for placement in a higher level course.

Students who have passed Math 100 or who have been advised that they do not need to take it should consult an advisor in their major or in the mathematics program before taking their next mathematics course. Students may count no more than 12 semester hours of credit in mathematics courses at the 100 level toward graduation. The following guide may aid these students:

• Math 105 is specifically for elementary education and early childhood majors.
• Math 110 and Math 115 are designed to give students an understanding of some of the applications of mathematics to other disciplines; they satisfy the mathematics general education requirement in the College of Arts and Sciences. Math 115 is recommended as a second course for elementary education and early childhood majors.
• Math 116 is for majors in the social sciences or business administration preparing for a course in statistics.
• Math 121 is for business students and students going on to Math 122 and Math 231.