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Why Major In Math? |
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During their course of study at Oglethorpe,
mathematics majors move from a concrete, algorithmic mode of
reasoning in early courses to a more abstract, formal mode of
reasoning in the later capstone courses. The successful mathematics
major will:
- Appreciate the inherent beauty and utility
of mathematics
- Appreciate the interconnectedness of the
various mathematical fields to one another and to outside
disciplines
- Communicate mathematical results in written,
oral, formal and informal fashions
- Discern patterns
- Read and create mathematical results in a
self-directed fashion
- Sharpen his/her problem-solving skills, and
- Understand the power and limitations of
using technology to create mathematics.
Through tutoring, volunteer and internship
opportunities, mathematics majors can further strengthen their own
understanding of mathematics and help others to do the same.
Upon graduation, mathematics majors are ready
to pursue graduate study, teacher preparation or employment in
industry. Our graduates are especially well prepared to work in
actuarial science, applied mathematics, operations research,
statistical consulting or a variety of careers in computing.
Major
In order to major in mathematics, a student
must successfully complete the following mathematics courses with a
grade of "C-" or higher: Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III,
Differential Equations, Proof & Logic: An Introduction to Post-Calculus Mathematics, Probability, Complex
Analysis, Linear Algebra, Abstract Algebra and Advanced Special Topics in
Mathematics. Mathematics majors graduate with a Bachelor of Science
degree.
Minor
In order to minor in mathematics, a student
must successfully complete the following mathematics courses with a
grade of "C-" or higher: Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III and
two additional courses chosen from the list required for the major.
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