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Nov 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Applied Mathematics, BA
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| College |
Arts and Sciences |
| Academic Award |
Bachelor of Arts |
| Credits Required |
122 semester credits |
| Faculty Lead |
Millicent Thomas |
| CIP Code |
27.0101 |
The major in Applied Mathematics emphasizes the understanding of mathematical reasoning and process as foundational for developing the ability to do calculations and to apply logical, analytic, and technological skills in problems solving. Major courses cover a broad set of mathematical fields and enable the student to master and apply the basic principles of mathematics to multiple situations. Students are also given experiences with a variety of technological tools such as computer algebra system calculators, visualization software like MATLAB, and statistical packages such as SPSS. As well as studying core material in mathematics, they also choose an applied concentration in one of three areas (computer programming, finance, or education) so as to better prepare themselves for careers in applied areas. The learning goals of helping students to gain broad mathematical understanding, the ability to engage in rigorous calculation, and the capability to express and explain mathematical solutions to problems prepare students for graduate work and for careers in science, business, social sciences, teaching at the secondary level, and other careers that require applied mathematics.
Outcomes
Graduates with a degree in Applied Mathematics will be able to:
- Apply the laws of logic in mathematical statements.
- Communicate mathematical approaches and results effectively.
- Demonstrate analytical skills to formulate solutions to mathematical problems.
- Develop knowledge of current technology necessary for quantitative analysis.
- Integrate Christian faith and mathematics learning.
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Core Curriculum Requirements: 57
Written and Verbal Communications: 9
Humanities: 9
6 credits in this area must be from Writing Practice courses* (see Course Descriptions for applicability)
- ENGL xxx3 Any Literature course 3 credits
- HIST xxx3 Any Course in History 3 credits
- 3 additional credits selected from the following 3 credits
- Art (ARTE), Bible (BIBL), Drama (DRAM), English (ENGL), History (HIST), Language (LANG), Music (MUSI), or Theology (THEO)
Social Sciences: 9
6 credits in this area must be from Writing Practice courses* (see Course Descriptions for applicability)
- Select a minimum of two disciplines from the following: 9 credits
- Business Administration (BUSM), Communication (except COMM 1213), Economics, Education (EDUC), Exercise Science (EXSC), Geography (GEOG), Information Technology (INTC), Management (BMGT), Marketing (BMKT), Philosophy (PHIL), Political Science (PSCI), Psychology (PSYC), Sociology/Anthropology (SOCI), or User Experience Design (UXDE)
Science and Mathematics: 7
- MATH xxxx - College-level Mathematics 3 credits
- SCIE xxxx - Science course with Lab 4 credits
Professional Readiness: 2
Two Core Curriculum elective credits are required to be Career Readiness credits. These credits can be earned by taking a combination of Career Readiness Courses and introductory internship and/or job shadowing experiences.
- This two-credit requirement is waived for students who transfer 57 or more credits to NU
- Students with 44-56 transfer credits are required to take one Career Readiness credit
Core Electives: 6
Select any college-level courses
Applied Mathematics Major: 32
One core mathematics class may be applied to the core curriculum math requirement.
Concentrations: 12
Select one
General Electives: 21
Any college-level courses
Total: 122 Semester Credits
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