MINISTRY

MA231 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 4 hours

Vectors in the plane and parametric equations; vectors in three-dimensional space and solid analytic geometry, differential calculus of functions of several variables; multiple integration. A graphing calculator is required: the TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus is recommended. Any calculator that performs symbolic manipulation will not be allowed. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher.

MA240 Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning 3 hours

This course will focus on mathematical reasoning and proof writing and will serve as an introduction to the mathematics beyond arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus (computation-based math courses). Topics include, but are not limited to, logical reasoning, various proof methods, induction, set theory, and functions. Students will also learn the foundations of working with LATEX. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

MA250* History of Mathematics 2 hours

A survey of the development of mathematics from ancient times to modern, this course is designed to meet Kansas State Department of Education’s Standards for the Mathematics Teaching Major 6-12 and Mathematics Endorsement for Teacher Licensure 5-8. Prerequisite: MA130 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA305* Mathematics for the Physical Sciences 3 hours

This course is intended for students who want to develop a basic mathematical competence in such areas as chemistry, physics, and engineering. It derives mathematical formulae and procedures used in various applied fields and illustrates them through problem solving. Prerequisite: MA231 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA342* Discrete Mathematics 3 hours

Designed to teach the student, via applications, how to go about solving problems. Topics covered include logic, set theory, mathematical induction, relations and functions, combinatorics, and graph theory. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA350* Differential Equations 3 hours

An introduction to ordinary differential equations: solutions to equations of order one, linear equations, the Laplace transform, power series solutions, and selected applications. Prerequisite MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA360* Linear Algebra 3 hours

Vectors, vector spaces, systems of linear equations, linear transformations, matrices, determinants. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA361* Abstract Algebra 3 hours

Introduction to sets, number systems, integral domains, fields, and groups. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA382* Number Theory

3 hours

Designed to cover the fundamental topics of classical number theory including the integers, divisibility, prime numbers, congruencies, Fermat’s Theorem, quadratic reciprocity, certain numerical functions, Diophantine equations. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

MA390* Real Analysis 3 hours

Axioms of the real numbers, functions, limits, continuity, differentiation, sequences. Prerequisite: MA230 with a grade of C or higher. Offered as needed.

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MN130 Peer Ministry 3 hours Peer ministry provides training for students in the areas of communication, listening, welcoming, confidentiality, decision-making, dealing with grief, spiritual gifts, family concerns, and making referrals in order to better help students reach out to one another and create a campus community of students helping students. Based on the biblical story of the Good Samaritan, Peer Ministry