Apr 16, 2024  
2014-15 Catalog 
    
2014-15 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

 

 

Master of Business Administration

  
  • MBA 515 - Information Systems


    3 credits
    Examines the role of information systems (IS) in contemporary business organizations. Provides an overview of key information systems and technologies. Emphasizes the management behavior, knowledge, and skills necessary to participate in making decisions about information systems. Also introduces current trends and drivers, including emerging technologies that affect the present and future of information systems.
  
  • MBA 516 - Managerial Accounting for Decision Making


    3 credits
    Explores the accounting function of an organization from a managerial perspective. Students gain an understanding of cost characteristics, cash flows, and reporting; the appropriate application of costs in decision-making; and the behavioral ramifications and interdependency of accounting within the organization as a whole.
  
  • MBA 519 - Graduate Research Project


    3 credits
    Focuses on the roles and techniques of research in retail, service, community, and industry settings. Research methods and procedures such as design, data collection, analysis, and recommendations are applied to an actual organizational situation.
  
  • MBA 520 - Economic Analysis


    3 credits
    Explores modern microeconomics and macroeconomics at an introductory to intermediate level to provide an understanding of how business/economic decisions are made, the various types of industry structure, and the macroeconomic environment in which businesses operate. Students gain a broad understanding of topics such as demand and pricing, competitive structure, and (in macroeconomics) employment, growth, inflation, economic fluctuations, and a basic understanding of the financial system.
  
  • MBA 521 - Legal Issues in Business and Management


    3 credits
    Acquaints students with fundamental legal concepts affecting organizations through case studies and guest speakers. Concepts are discussed within a general managerial framework with distinctions made for private, nonprofit, and governmental entities. Major topics covered include tort liability, contracts and legal agreements, intellectual property rights, administrative law, individual liability, and legal economics/ADR applications. Management law covered includes employment issues such as wrongful non-hiring and termination, discrimination, ADA (disabilities), sexual harassment, and similar issues.
  
  • MBA 575 - Advanced Organizational Behavior


    3 credits
    Explores individual behavior, group behavior, and organizational systems. Topics covered (from theoretical and practical perspectives) include understanding people, motivation, group dynamics, communication, leadership, power, politics, conflict, diversity, culture, decision making, change, and organizational structure.
  
  • MBA 585 - Financial Management Practices


    3 credits
    Explores essential financial theory and develops applications in the areas of valuation of assets, financing decisions, risk assessment, and short-term asset and liability management. Develops the abilities to compare and value uncertain cash flows; evaluate the costs and risks of financing from stocks, bonds, and entrepreneurial sources; and manage short-term capital.
  
  • MBA 590 - Capstone


    3 credits
    The capstone course is intended to provide an experience that integrates the MBA coursework.

Master in Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • MIIS 501 - Research


    1 to 4 credits.
    Research that is not part of the thesis option. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 502 - Paper


    1 to 4 credits.
    Expositional writing that is not part of the thesis option. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 503 - Thesis


    1 to 12 credits.
    All research and writing for the thesis option. Student may register for thesis credit each term. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 504 - Project


    1 to 12 credits.
    All work for the non-thesis option. Focuses on application of principles or theories by means of various materials and methods. Results in a final presentation which may take a variety of different forms. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 505 - Reading and Conference


    1 to 4 credits.
    A series of special consultations with a professor to test hypotheses about and comprehension of selected readings or course materials. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 506 - Activities


    1 to 4 credits
    A variety of passive or peripheral experiences in which students observe essential disciplinary practices. Activities courses are used principally in journalism, music, physical education, speech, and theatre arts. P/NP only. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 507 - Seminar


    1 to 6 credits.
    Special group seminars not given in a regularly scheduled course. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 508 - Workshop


    1 to 4 credits
    A special course of short duration in which students receive brief sketches of information then practice applying them to concrete problems. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 509 - Practicum or Internship


    1 to 4 credits
    Skill development and application of academic theory in the work environment. P/NP only. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
  
  • MIIS 520 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies


    2 credits
    Builds a foundation that supports the interdisciplinary program of study for students enrolled in the Master in Interdisciplinary Studies (MiIS). Introduces disciplinary and interdisciplinary research methods, theories, and philosophies to students in the year’s cohort. It also explores the ethics and practices of advanced inquiry. Required during the first year of coursework in the MiIS program. Available fall term only.
  
  • MIIS 521 - Applications in Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies


    3 credits
    Building on concepts introduced in MIIS 520, MIIS 521 introduces students to the practice necessary in selecting a research design for thesis option or assessment of project options. Explores the literature search and review practices necessary to develop sound scholarship. Covers the use of appropriate theory in research design and project assessment. Engages students in the practices necessary to develop a thesis or project proposal. Available winter term only.
  
  • MIIS 522 - Research and Assessment in Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies


    2 credits
    Develops foundations built in MIIS 521  . Explores the nature of research and assessment questions and hypotheses in an interdisciplinary context. Examines in-depth the practices used in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research and assessment modalities. Available spring term only.

Master in Management

  
  • MM 503 - Thesis


    1 credit
    Required for students who have not submitted the formal capstone report required to receive a passing grade in MM 598 . Graded P/NP. May be taken up to three times.
  
  • MM 509 - Internship


    1 to 6 credits
    Provides an opportunity to apply academic concepts in real-world work settings, including for-profit, nonprofit, and government organizations. Internships must be approved by the Internship Coordinator prior to start of work experience. Graduate advisor approval is also required. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
  
  • MM 512 - Budget and Finance


    3 credits
    Familiarizes managers with the role of budgeting and the budgeting process in diverse organizations. Students develop an appreciation for both the theory and application of financial practices to aid in their fiscal decision making. It is recommended that students have an understanding of basic accounting concepts prior to enrolling in this course.
  
  • MM 513 - Strategic Management


    3 credits
    Introduces students to advanced strategic management concepts in successful organizations, including the emerging field of sustainability and its influence on organizational strategy and leadership. Students develop an understanding of how to use strategic management tools to initiate and implement problem-solving processes in dynamic and diverse environments. An in-depth case analysis allows students to demonstrate their understanding of key strategic management principles.
  
  • MM 514 - Practical Research, Analysis, and Decision Making


    3 credits
    Examines the relationship between practice and research in organizational decision making. Students acquire the skills and understanding necessary to critically review and competently interpret research findings in a decision-making context. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of at least 15 hours of core coursework.
  
  • MM 515 - Management Information Systems


    3 credits
    Provides a broad overview of the role of Management Information Systems (MIS) in organizations. Describes the diverse technical, managerial, and professional knowledge of an MIS manager at a level appropriate for a non-MIS manager. Emphasizes both the data component of information systems and the management behavior, knowledge, and skills necessary to successfully manage an organization employing MIS. Also introduces current trends and drivers, including emerging technologies that affect the present and future of information systems.
  
  • MM 516 - Organizational Leadership and Communication


    3 credits
    Surveys the theoretical frameworks, empirical literature, and requisite skills associated with effective organizational leadership and communication. Examines questions of bureaucracy, culture, power, reciprocal influence, employee involvement, and other central issues from an organizational and communicative perspective.
  
  • MM 517 - The Human Resource Environment


    3 credits
    Focuses on critical issues and strategic questions managers need to understand in order to manage employees effectively. Emphasizes applied skills relevant to managing employees, including recruitment, selection, compensation, evaluation, and employee development.
  
  • MM 518 - Marketing for Public and Private Organizations


    3 credits
    Details the planning and implementation of marketing activities, marketing research, and effective evaluation of marketing strategies. Students develop an understanding of what is required to succeed and to achieve a competitive advantage within a framework of ethical marketing practices.
  
  • MM 519 - Legal Issues in Management


    3 credits
    Acquaints the manager with basic legal concepts in the field of liability, including personal injury, malpractice, product liability, and the available defenses. Students are introduced to the ways contracts are formed, including their development, problems, and pitfalls. An introduction to basic employment law and concepts covers the fundamentals defining wrongful termination and the practical ways employers can protect themselves. Presents an overview of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.
  
  • MM 540 - Topics in Management


    1 to 4 credits
    Focuses on selected topics in management theory and practice. Past offerings have included Introduction to Organizational Coaching (2 credits), Essentials of Business Writing (1 credit), Persuasive Business Writing (1 credit), and Presentation Skills for Professionals (1 credit). Repeat credit is allowed for different topics. A complete listing of courses taught under this title is available on the MiM web site.
  
  • MM 598 - Capstone Project


    3 credits
    Serves to confirm comprehensive management competency in an applied setting. Requires students to implement projects consistent with their career interests and objectives that will demonstrate their mastery of skills acquired from the program’s core course offerings. Student proposals are developed through the research course (MM 514 ). Prerequisite(s): MM 514  or permission of capstone instructor.

Military Science

  
  • MS 121 - Leadership and Personal Development


    1 credit
    Provides an overview of leadership fundamentals and explores the competencies that are important for personal development. Explores essential leader knowledge areas such as direction setting, problem solving, effective writing, citizenship and the basics of Army service. Corequisite(s): MS 191  . 
  
  • MS 122 - Introduction to Tactical Leadership


    1 credit
    Provides an overview of military leadership fundamentals and an introduction to Army tactical leadership theory. Explores essential military leader knowledge areas such as warrior ethos, fitness, tactical skills, Army values and influencing others to accomplish missions. Corequisite(s): MS 192  .
  
  • MS 123 - Tactics and Techniques


    1 credit
    Studies tactical actions through practical and interactive exercises. Examines the components of an infantry fire team and squad. Students learn how to conduct tactical movement techniques and discuss small unit responses. Also familiarizes students with US Geological Survey map symbols and colors. Students learn the theory of magnetic and grid direction finding. Corequisite(s): MS 193  .
  
  • MS 180 - Army Physical Readiness


    Instruction is designed to build and maintain cardiovascular fitness and core body strength of students. Students will develop personal leadership while working in a team environment.  Open enrollment.
  
  • MS 191 - Freshman Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Open enrollment.
  
  • MS 192 - Freshman Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Open enrollment.

      Corequisite(s):  MS 122 .

  
  • MS 193 - Freshman Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 123 .
  
  • MS 199 - Special Studies


    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MS 221 - Innovative Team Leadership


    2 credits
    Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics. Studies the two historical leadership theories that form the Army Leadership Requirements Model (trait and behavioral theories). Students learn the steps to improving communication and techniques for active listening. Corequisite(s): MS 291  .
  
  • MS 222 - Foundations of Tactical Leadership


    2 credits
    Explores leading tactical teams in a complex contemporary operating environment. Students develop self-awareness through assessing their own leadership style using the situational leadership model. Includes practical exercises in communication and team building. Case studies provide insight into the importance and practice of teamwork. Corequisite(s): MS 292  .
  
  • MS 223 - Map Reading and Land Navigation


    2 credits
    Students learn how to use marginal information and symbols on a US Geological Survey map. Teaches the colors of the map, use of contour lines, terrain features and how to determine grid coordinates. Students learn to navigate with a compass and map. Includes two land navigation exercises conducted outside normal course hours. Corequisite(s): MS 293  .
  
  • MS 291 - Sophomore Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students with some military experience or completion of MS I classes. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 221 .
  
  • MS 292 - Sophomore Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students with some military experience or completion of MS I classes. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s): MS 222 .
  
  • MS 293 - Sophomore Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in students. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students with some military experience or completion of MS I classes. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 223 .
  
  • MS 321 - Adaptive Team Leadership


    3 credits
    Challenges students to study, practice and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with the demands of preparing for the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC). Focuses on leading small-unit tactical operations. Includes study and application of composite risk management. Students receive systematic feedback on leadership values, skills and actions. Prerequisite(s): MS 221  and MS 222  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 391  .
  
  • MS 322 - Tactical Principles and Army Operations


    3 credits
    Provides training and exercises in Troop Leading Procedures and Combat Orders in preparation for the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) summer internship. Provides an application of squad tactics in offensive and defensive operations. Students learn to receive and give formal performance evaluations using leadership traits and dimensions. Includes instruction in planning and delivering Army physical training. Prerequisite(s): MS 321  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 392  .
  
  • MS 323 - Applied Leadership


    3 credits
    Teaches students to exercise leadership in changing and challenging environments as they prepare for the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) summer internship. Employs increasingly intense situational leadership challenges to build cadet awareness and skills in leading tactical operations. Reviews aspects of combat, peace-keeping and garrison operations. Includes studies in advanced terrain analysis, route selection and map reading. Prerequisite(s): MS 322  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 393  .
  
  • MS 391 - Junior Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to attend Leader Development and Assessment Course, LDAC. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students who have completed Army Basic Training, Leaders Training Course, or all MS I and MS II courses. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 321 .
  
  • MS 392 - Junior Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to attend Leader Development and Assessment Course, LDAC. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students who have completed Army Basic Training, Leaders Training Course, or all MS I and MS II courses. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 322 .
  
  • MS 393 - Junior Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to attend Leader Development and Assessment Course, LDAC. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills. Students learn various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for students who have completed Army Basic Training, Leaders Training Course, or all MS I and MS II courses. Open enrollment. Corequisite(s): MS 323 .
  
  • MS 399 - Special Studies


    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MS 421 - Adaptive Leadership 1


    3 credits
    Develops proficiency in planning, executing and assessing complex military operations. Students learn how to function as a professional officer in platoon leader roles. Presents students with situational training opportunities to make ethical decisions, assess risks and provide mentoring to subordinate ROTC students. Prerequisite(s): MS 323  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 491  .
  
  • MS 422 - Adaptive Leadership 2


    3 credits
    Teaches proficiency in understanding, following and enforcing Army policies and procedures. Students examine customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war and rules of engagement in a contemporary operating environment. Explores aspects of interacting with nongovernmental organizations, civilians on the battlefield and host nation representatives. Prerequisite(s): MS 421  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 492  .
  
  • MS 423 - Adaptive Leadership 3


    3 credits
    Prepares the future officer for their first unit of assignment. Uses case studies, scenarios and exercises to prepare students to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the United States Army. Prerequisite(s): MS 422  or approval by instructor. Corequisite(s): MS 493  .
  
  • MS 491 - Senior Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to receive commissions as U.S. Army lieutenants. MS IV cadets develop training plans and implement the Army staff processes in teaching scenarios to junior cadets. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills in themselves and other cadets. Students teach various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for senior students who have completed the Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Open enrollment. Corequisite(s): MS 421 .
  
  • MS 492 - Senior Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to receive commissions as U.S. Army lieutenants. MS IV cadets develop training plans and implement the Army staff processes in teaching scenarios to junior cadets. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills in themselves and other cadets. Students teach various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for senior students who have completed the Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 422 .
  
  • MS 493 - Senior Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit
    Designed to use basic military training to develop confidence, character, and leadership in contracted students preparing to receive commissions as U.S. Army lieutenants. MS IV cadets develop training plans and implement the Army staff processes in teaching scenarios to junior cadets. Lab instruction uses a team approach in all events. Students participate in leadership responsibilities to assess and develop skills in themselves and other cadets. Students teach various military tasks such as marching, marksmanship, tactical patrolling, rappelling, and urban assault techniques. Covers practical knowledge in first aid, water survival, and land navigation. Primarily conducted in an outdoor setting. Designed for senior students who have completed the Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Open enrollment. Corequisite(s):  MS 423 .

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 60 - Beginning Algebra


    4 credits
    Builds an understanding of the language of mathematics. Topics include studying the real number system including operations, exponents, absolute value, and the number line; simplifying algebraic expressions; solving linear equations and inequalities, and applying these concepts to geometric and algebraic formulas; and exploring linear equations in two variables including slope, graphing and modeling data. Does not apply toward graduation requirements.

      Prerequisite(s): Appropriate SOU placement level.

  
  • MTH 65 - Elementary Algebra


    4 credits
    Builds on the skills developed in Math 60.  Topics include the use of graphical and algebraic methods to solve linear equations in two variables, operations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, and simplifying rational expressions. Does not apply toward graduation requirements. Prerequisite(s): MTH 60  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 95 - Intermediate Algebra


    4 credits
    Builds on the skills developed in Math 60 and Math 65.  Prepares for courses that satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning University Studies requirement and courses leading up to the calculus track. Focuses on quadratic equations. Other topics include rational expressions and equations and manipulation of expressions with exponents and square roots. Real-world applications include use of projectile formulas and the Pythagorean theorem. Includes the use of a graphing calculator. Does not apply toward graduation requirements. Prerequisite(s): MTH 65  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 105 - Contemporary Mathematics


    4 credits
    Surveys various practical areas of mathematics. Topics include finance, combinatorics and discrete probability, and modern geometry. Additional topics selected from logic, number theory, voting and apportionment, exponential and logarithmic functions, and mathematics in arts and music. Emphasizes real-world applications, critical thinking, and the effective communication of mathematical ideas. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D). Prerequisite(s): MTH 95  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 111 - Precalculus I: College Algebra


    4 credits
    Develops skills in algebra and deductive thinking in the real-number setting. Uses algebraic and function concepts to solve problems and analyze applications. Topics include real number properties, absolute value, theory of equations, inequalities, graphs, polynomial and rational functions, and an introduction to complex numbers. Intended for students continuing to Precalculus II (MTH 112 ) and Calculus MTH 251 . Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D). Prerequisite(s): MTH 95  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 112 - Precalculus II: Elementary Functions


    4 credits

    In-depth study of exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs and applications. Topics include Laws of Logarithms, triangle trigonometry, circular functions and graphs, inverse trigonometric functions, and trigonometric equations.  Intended as preparation for Calculus I (MTH 251 ). Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning). Prerequisite(s): MTH 111  or appropriate SOU placement level.

  
  • MTH 199 - Special Studies


    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 209 - Practicum


    1 to 6 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 211 - Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics I


    4 credits
    Introduces the theory of arithmetic for prospective teachers. Topics include problem-solving strategies, set theory, numeration, place value, computational algorithms for whole numbers and integers, computational estimation, mental arithmetic, relations and functions, and number theory. Content is taught within a problem-solving framework. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory. Students entering the next MAT cohort have enrollment priority over other registered and waitlisted students. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D [met after completion of both MTH 211 and MTH 212 ]). Prerequisite(s): MTH 95  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 212 - Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics II


    4 credits
    Covers rational number arithmetic for prospective teachers. Topics include theory and modeling of fractions, decimals, and percentages; rational and irrational numbers; mental arithmetic and computational estimation; graphing linear and nonlinear functions; and probability and statistics. Content is taught within a problem-solving framework. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory. Students entering the next MAT cohort have enrollment priority over other registered and waitlisted students. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D [met after completion of both MTH 211  and MTH 212]). Prerequisite(s): MTH 211 .
  
  • MTH 213 - Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics III


    4 credits

    Covers informal geometry and measurement for prospective teachers. Topics include properties of two- and three-dimensional figures, the metric system, measurement, estimation, perimeter, area, volume, surface area, congruence, similarity, constructions, coordinate geometry, and transformations. Content is taught within a problem-solving framework. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory. Students entering the next MAT cohort have enrollment priority over other registered and waitlisted students. Prerequisite(s): MTH 211 .

  
  • MTH 235 - Discrete Structures


    4 credits
    Introduces the mathematical structures fundamental to the study of computer science. Topics selected from sets, functions, combinatorics, statistics, coding theory, logic networks, and Boolean expressions. Prerequisite(s): MTH 251 .
  
  • MTH 243 - Introduction to Statistical Methods


    4 credits
    Emphasizes the basic concepts and techniques of probability, descriptive, and inferential statistics. Topics include describing the distribution of data graphically and numerically, standard scores, normal distribution, empirical rule, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing of both one and two populations, and linear regression. Introduces appropriate technology to display and analyze data. Appropriate calculators are required. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning- Strand D). Prerequisite(s): MTH 95  or an appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 244 - Applied Statistical Methods


    4 credits
    Presents an assortment of tools from inferential statistics with an emphasis on applications. Reviews the concepts of hypothesis testing and confidence intervals. Introduces probability distributions of test statistics for various inferential statistical problems. Includes Analysis of Categorical Data (Chi-Square Goodness of Fit Test), Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Nonparametric Statistics, and a brief introduction to Multiple Linear Regression. Applies the concepts and procedures with appropriate software tools for data analysis. Prerequisite(s): MTH 243  or   .
  
  • MTH 251 - Calculus I


    4 credits
    Introduces limits, continuity, and differentiation. Applications include linear approximation, graphing techniques, related rates, and maximum/minimum problems. Students are introduced to writing precise mathematical arguments. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D). Prerequisite(s): MTH 112  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 251H - Honors Calculus I


    4 credits
    Introduces limits, continuity, and differentiation. Applications include linear approximation, graphing techniques, related rates, and maximum/minimum problems. Students are introduced to writing precise mathematical arguments. Approved for University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning-Strand D). Prerequisite(s): MTH 112  or appropriate SOU placement level.
  
  • MTH 252 - Calculus II


    4 credits
    Introduces integration, developed as a limit of Riemann sums. Covers the first and second forms of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, techniques of integration, and numerical integration. Applications are selected from length, area, volume, work, and motion. Students are expected to understand and reproduce precise mathematical arguments. Prerequisite(s): MTH 251 .
  
  • MTH 252H - Honors Calculus II


    4 credits
    Introduces integration, developed as a limit of Riemann sums. Covers the first and second forms of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, techniques of integration, and numerical integration. Applications are selected from length, area, volume, work, and motion. Students are expected to understand and reproduce precise mathematical arguments. Prerequisite(s): MTH 251 .
  
  • MTH 253 - Calculus III


    4 credits
    Studies infinite sequences and series, convergence tests, power series expansion of functions, vectors and vector functions, and the geometry of functions in multidimensional space. Prerequisite(s): MTH 252 .
  
  • MTH 253H - Honors Calculus III


    4 credits
    Studies infinite sequences and series, convergence tests, power series expansion of functions, vectors and vector functions, and the geometry of functions in multidimensional space. Prerequisite(s): MTH 252 .
  
  • MTH 261 - Linear Algebra


    4 credits
    Provides the basic linear algebra necessary for multivariable calculus, differential equations, and abstract algebra. Develops skills for constructing rigorous mathematical proofs. Topics include linear systems of equations, vector algebra in Rn (including basis dimension and span), matrices, linear transformations, Eigenvalue problems, and an introduction to abstract vector spaces. Prerequisite(s): MTH 252 .
  
  • MTH 271 - Computational Mathematics


    4 credits
    Introduces basic techniques of numerical analysis and their associated computer methods. Topics chosen from error analysis, root finding algorithms, linear and nonlinear equation solving, linear systems, interpolation, and numerical methods for integration and solving differential equations. Course content learned in a mathematical programming environment. Prerequisite or concurrent registration: MTH 252 .
  
  • MTH 281 - Calculus IV


    4 credits
    Studies partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus including vector fields, line integrals, the fundamental theorem for line integrals, Green’s theorem, curl and divergence, and surface integrals. Prerequisite(s): MTH 253 .
  
  • MTH 290 - Mathematical Perspectives


    2 credits
    Presents mathematics as a way of thinking and a body of knowledge important to the development of civilizations. Explores a variety of mathematical topics and history through guest lectures, reading, expository, writing, and student discussion. Prerequisite(s): MTH 252  (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • MTH 299 - Special Studies


    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 311 - Number Structures


    5 credits
    A careful introduction to the process of constructing mathematical arguments, covering the basic ideas of logic, set theory, number theory, functions and relations. A substantial amount of time will be devoted to looking at important forms of mathematical argument such as direct proof, proof by contradiction, proof by contrapositive, proof by cases, and various forms of proof by induction, including use of the well-ordering axiom. Additional concepts from abstract algebra or analysis may be covered at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisite(s): MTH 261 .
  
  • MTH 321 - Differential Equations


    4 credits
    Introduces the theory and application of ordinary differential equations. Analyzes problems from the natural and physical sciences, with emphasis on finding and interpreting solutions. Topics include: first order linear and nonlinear equations, second order linear equations, introduction to systems of equations, Laplace Transforms, and power series solutions. Prerequisite(s): MTH 253  or PH 371 .
  
  • MTH 331 - Introduction to Real Analysis


    4 credits
    Studies the basic analytic structure of real numbers. Topics include sequences and functions; continuity, differentiation, and their applications; and an introduction to Riemann integration. Prerequisite(s): MTH 253  and MTH 311 
  
  • MTH 341 - Introduction to Algebraic Systems


    4 credits
    Demonstrates the fundamental strategies used to study algebraic structures, including subsystems, morphisms, and cosets.  Emphasizes groups, rings, and fields. Prerequisite(s): MTH 311 .
  
  • MTH 361 - Probability


    4 credits
    Covers the theory and applications of probability. Topics include laws of probability, principles of counting, probability distributions of discrete and continuous random variables, expected values and varianes, and multivariate probability distributions.  MTH 281  is recommended. Prerequisite(s): MTH 243  or SOC 327  , and MTH 252  are required. Prerequisites must be completed with a C- or better. 
  
  • MTH 399 - Special Studies


    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 401 - Research


    1 to 4 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 403 - Thesis


    1 to 4 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 405 - Reading and Conference


    1 to 4 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 407 - Seminar


    1 to 4 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
  
  • MTH 409 - Practicum


    1 to 16 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 16 credits.
  
  • MTH 411 - Topics in Foundations and Geometry


    4 credits each
    Topics are offered as needed. Prerequisites vary. Repeat credit is offered for distinct topics. Topics offered regularly are distinguished with an alpha character: MTH 411A  (Geometry).
  
  • MTH 411A - Geometry


    4 credits
    An axiomatic development of a variety of geometries, with special attention given to Hyperbolic Geometry. Prerequisite(s): MTH 311 .
  
  • MTH 421 - Topics in Applied Mathematics


    4 credits each
    Topics are offered as needed. Prerequisites vary. Repeat credit is offered for distinct topics. Topics offered regularly are distinguished with an alpha character:  MTH 421A  (Applied Complex Variables), MTH 421B  (Optimization), MTH 421C  (Partial Differential Equations), MTH 421D  (Mathematical Modeling), MTH 421E  (Numerical Linear Algebra), MTH 421F  (Adaptive Signal Analysis and Processing).
  
  • MTH 421A - Applied Complex Variables


    4 credits
    Studies the algebra of complex numbers; analytic and harmonic functions; complex integration, including Cauchy’s Integral Formula; Taylor and Laurent series; Residue theory; and Möbius transformations.  Prerequisite(s): MTH 281 .
  
  • MTH 421B - Optimization


    4 credits
    Introduces linear programming and nonlinear optimization.  Prerequisite(s): MTH 261  is required.  MTH 271  or CS 257  is recommended.
 

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