Statistical and Actuarial Mathematics, Bachelor of Arts - SAM

Major Requirements (41-45 Hours)

Required
MATH 131
MATH 132
Calculus I
and Calculus II for STEM majors
4-8
or MATH 133 Theory and Application of Calculus
MATH 225Foundations of Higher Mathematics3
MATH 231Calculus III4
MATH 326Linear Algebra and Differential Equations4
MATH 496Pro-Seminar2
CPSC 207
207L
Computer Programming
and Computer Programming Laboratory
3
MATH 252Financial Mathematics3
MATH 345Probability3
MATH 346Statistics3
MATH 372 Stochastic Models3
Sequence
Select one of the following full-year sequences:6
Analysis I
and Analysis II
Abstract Algebra I
and Abstract Algebra II
Electives
Select three additional hours at the 300-400 level (above 302):3
Simulation: Theory and Application
Data Structures
Differential Equations II
Numerical Analysis
Discrete Mathematics
Analysis I
Analysis II
Abstract Algebra I
Abstract Algebra II
Geometry
Mathematical Modeling
BIG (Business, Industry, Government) Problems in Mathematics
Mathematical Programming
Special Topics
Independent Study
Recommended Courses
Students who plan to sit for the Actuarial exams should take the following:
Principles of Financial Accounting
Principles of Finance
Investments
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Total Credits41-45

Advanced Writing Proficiency

The purpose of this requirement is to nurture the development of mathematical writing in order to deepen the student’s understanding of mathematics and to enable the student to communicate technical ideas to a range of audiences. Sophomores are expected to demonstrate proficiency in expository mathematics by the submission of an acceptable portfolio. Juniors are expected to demonstrate proficiency in technical or analytical mathematical writing by the submission of an acceptable portfolio. Seniors demonstrate their ability by completing a senior comprehensive paper, which is evaluated by a committee of three faculty.

Senior Comprehensive

All mathematics majors, in Pro-Seminar (MATH 496 Pro-Seminar), independently study a mathematical topic of their choice and work with a faculty advisor. They present their work in a series of talks in the seminar. The project culminates in a paper and a formal presentation. This final presentation, followed by questioning by a faculty committee, constitutes the Senior Comprehensive in mathematics.

Faculty

S. Cox, C. Dwyer, C. Hoover, K. Kuter, E. Misiolek, P. Paranamana, C. Periton, M. Porter, R. Rohatgi, B. Vajiac, C. Wedrychowicz