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13.21 Mathematics and Statistics

At most 9 credit hours in Mathematics will be given for courses successfully completed from the following list subject to normal credit restrictions: Mathematics 1000, 1005, 1031, 1050, 1051, 1052, 1053, 1080, 1081, 1090, 109A/B, 1150, 1151. Students who have already obtained credit for 6 or more Mathematics credit hours numbered 2000 or above are not permitted to register for Mathematics 1052 or 1053, nor can they receive credit for either of these courses.

At Grenfell Campus, students who have completed high school mathematics may enter directly into Mathematics 1052 or 1053. However, placement in other first-year mathematics courses is based upon a student’s pre-requisite level of proficiency in mathematics as demonstrated in a manner that is acceptable to the School of Science and the Environment. This may be through a combination of credit and grades earned in recognized high school or undergraduate mathematics courses or through scores earned in the University’s Mathematics Placement Test (MPT) or Calculus Placement Test (CPT), or recognized, standardized examinations such as International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), or the College Board’s Subject Area Test in Mathematics Level I (SATM1) examinations. Students registering for first year mathematics courses online or through the St. John’s Campus should consult the Faculty of Science, Course Descriptions, Mathematics for placement information.

Mathematics courses are designated by MATH and Statistics courses are designated by STAT.

1000

Calculus I

is an introduction to differential calculus, including algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic, inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. Applications include kinematics, related rates problems, curve sketching and optimization.

CR: the former MATH 1081

LH: 1.5

PR: MATH 1090 or 109B or a combination of placement test and high school Mathematics scores acceptable to the School of Science and the Environment

1001

Calculus II

is an introduction to integral calculus, including Riemann sums, techniques of integration and improper integrals. Applications include exponential growth and decay, area between curves and volumes of solids of revolution.

LH: 1.5

PR: MATH 1000 or the former MATH 1081

1052

Mathematics for Business

covers topics which include elementary algebra and functions, sets, elementary probability, matrices, systems of equations, and linear programming.

CR: Math 1050 and Math 1051

LC: 4

UL: students who already have obtained credit for 6 or more Mathematics credit hours numbered 2000 or above are not permitted to register for this course, nor can they receive credit for it

1053

Classical Mathematics

covers topics which include logic, permutations, combinations, mathematical systems, elementary number theory, and geometry.

CR: Math 1050 and Math 1051

LC: 4

UL: students who already have obtained credit for 6 or more Mathematics credit hours numbered 2000 or above are not permitted to register for this course, nor can they receive credit for it

109A and 109B

Introductory Algebra and Trigonometry

is a two-semester course which provides students with the essential prerequisite elements for the study of an introductory course in calculus, at a slower pace than MATH 1090. Topics include algebra, functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, polynomials, and rational functions.

CR: if previously successfully completed or currently registered for MATH 1000, 1005 1001, 1090, the former 1080, or the former 1081

LH: 1.5

PR: a combination of placement test and high school Mathematics scores acceptable to the School of Science and the Environment

1090

Algebra and Trigonometry

provides students with the essential prerequisite elements for the study of an introductory course in calculus. Topics include algebra, functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, polynomials, and rational functions.

CR: if previously successfully completed or currently registered for MATH 1000, MATH 1001, 1005 109A/B, the former 1080, or the former 1081

LH: 1.5

PR: a combination of placement test and high school Mathematics scores acceptable to the School of Science and the Environment or the former MATH 104F

2000

Calculus III

is an introduction to infinite sequences and series, and to the differential and integral calculus of multivariate functions. Topics include tests for the convergence of infinite series, power series, Taylor and Maclaurin series, complex numbers including Euler's formula, partial differentiation, and double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates.

LH: 1.5

PR: MATH 1001

2050

Linear Algebra I

includes the topics of Euclidean n-space, vector operations in 2- and 3-space, complex numbers, linear transformations on n-space, matrices, determinants, and systems of linear equations.

PR: A combination of placement test and high school Mathematics scores acceptable to the Department or 3 credit hours in first year Mathematics courses.

2051

Linear Algebra II

includes the topics of real and complex vector spaces, basis, dimension, change of basis, eigenvectors, inner products, and diagonalization of Hermitian matrices.

PR: MATH 1000 and MATH 2050

2090

Mathematics of Finance

covers the following topics: simple and compound interest and discount, forces of interest and discount, equations of value, annuities and perpetuities, amortization schedules and sinking funds, bonds and other securities, contingent payments.

PR: MATH 1001

2130

Technical Writing in Mathematics

is a project oriented course combining mathematical investigation and technical writing. By using computer programming, graphical and typesetting tools, students will explore mathematical concepts and will produce technical reports of professional quality. The latter will combine elements of writing and graphics to convey technical ideas in a clear and concise manner.

PR: MATH 1001 and Computer Science 1510 the former 1710 or the former 2710 or the former 2602 or Engineering 1020 or permission of the Chair of Computational Mathematics

2260

Ordinary Differential Equations I

(same as the former MATH 3260) is direction fields, equations of first order and first degree, higher order linear equations, variation of parameters, methods of undetermined coefficients, Laplace transforms, systems of differential equations. Applications include vibratory motion, satellite and rocket motion, pursuit problems, population models and chemical kinetics.

CR: the former MATH 3260 or the former Engineering 3411

PR: MATH 2000

2320

Discrete Mathematics

covers basic concepts of mathematical reasoning: logic and quantifiers, methods of proof, sets and set operations, functions and relations, equivalence relations and partial orders, countable and uncountable sets. These concepts will be illustrated through the congruence and divisibility of integers, induction and recursion, principles of counting, permutations and combinations, the Binomial Theorem, and elementary probability.

CR: the former Computer Science 2740, Electrical and Computer Engineering 4110, the former Engineering 3422 and the former Engineering 4424

PR: MATH 1001 or MATH 2050

2330

Euclidean Geometry

is an introduction to Euclidean geometry of the plane. It covers the geometry of triangles and circles, including results such as the Euler line, the nine-point circle and Ceva’s theorem. It also includes straight-edge and compass constructions, isometries of the plane, the three reflections theorem, and inversions on circles.

CR: the former MATH 3330

PR: MATH 2051 or 2320

2500

Statistics for Business and Arts Students

covers descriptive statistics (including histograms, stem-and-leaf plots and box plots), elementary probability, random variables, the binomial distribution, the normal distribution, sampling distribution, estimation and hypothesis testing including both one and two sample tests, paired comparisons, correlation and regression, related applications.

CR: STAT 2550, the former STAT 2510, Psychology 2910, Psychology 2925 and the former Psychology 2900

LH: 1.5

PR: 3 credit hours in Mathematics or Statistics courses, or a combination of placement test and high school Mathematics scores acceptable to the School of Science and the Environment

2550

Statistics for Science Students

is an introduction to basic statistics methods with an emphasis on applications to the sciences. Material includes descriptive statistics, elementary probability, binomial distribution, Poisson distribution, normal distribution, sampling distribution, estimation and hypothesis testing (both one and two sample cases), chi-square test, one way analysis of variance, correlation and simple linear regression.

CR: Engineering 4421, STAT 2500, the former STAT 2510, Psychology 2910, Psychology 2925 and the former Psychology 2900.

LH: 1.5

OR: Statistical computer package will be used in the laboratory, but no prior computing experience is assumed

PR: MATH 1000 or the former MATH 1081

3000

Real Analysis I

covers the structure of the real numbers, sequences and limits, compactness, continuity, uniform continuity, differentiation, and the Mean Value Theorem.

CR: the former MATH 2001

LH: 1.5

PR: MATH 2000 and 2320

3132

Numerical Analysis I

includes a discussion of round-off error, the solution of linear systems, iterative methods for nonlinear equations, interpolation and polynomial approximation, least squares approximation, fast Fourier transform, numerical differentiation and integration, and numerical methods for initial value problems.

CR: Computer Science 3731

LH: 1.5

PR: MATH 2000, MATH 2050, and Computer Science 1510 or the former 1710 or the former 2710 or the former 2602 or Engineering 1020 or permission of the Chair of Computational Mathematics

3202

Vector Calculus

deals with functions of several variables. Lagrange multipliers, vector valued functions, directional derivatives, gradient, divergence, curl, transformations, Jacobians, inverse and implicit function theorems, multiple integration including change of variables using polar, cylindrical and spherical co-ordinates, Green’s theorem. Stokes’ theorem, divergence theorem, line integrals, arc length.

CR: Physics 3810

PR: MATH 2000 and MATH 2050

3240

Applied Graph Theory

examines algorithms and complexity, definitions and basic properties of graphs, Eulerian and Hamiltonian chains, shortest path problems, graph colouring, planarity, trees, network flows, with emphasis on applications including scheduling problems, tournaments, and facilities design.

CR: the former Computer Science 2741

PR: MATH 2320

3320

Abstract Algebra

is an introduction to groups and group homomorphisms including cyclic groups, cosets, Lagrange's theorem, normal subgroups and quotient groups, introduction to rings and ring homomorphisms including ideals, prime and maximal ideals, quotient rings, integral domains and fields.

PR: MATH 2320

3340

Introductory Combinatorics

includes Topics such as distributions, the binomial and multinomial theorems, Stirling numbers, recurrence relations, generating functions and the inclusion-exclusion principle. Emphasis will be on applications.

PR: MATH 2320

3370

Introductory Number Theory

is perfect numbers and primes, divisibility, Euclidean algorithm, greatest common divisors, primes and the unique factorization theorem, congruences, cryptography (secrecy systems), Euler-Fermat theorems, power residues, primitive roots, arithmetic functions, Diophantine equations, topics above in the setting of the Gaussian integers.

PR: MATH 2320

3410

Mathematical Statistics I

is basic probability concepts, combinatorial analysis, conditional probability, independence, random variable, distribution function, mathematical expectation, Chebyshev's inequality, distribution of two random variables, binomial and related distributions, Poisson, gamma, normal, bivariate normal, t, and F distributions, transformations of variables including the moment-generating function approach.

CR: Statistics 2410

OR: one and a half hour tutorial period weekly

PR: MATH 2000

4132

Introduction to Optimization

is an introduction to optimization, analytic methods for functions of one variable and for functions of several variables, classical maxima and minima, necessary and sufficient conditions, constrained optimization, equality and inequality constraints, Kuhn-Tucker conditions, introduction to the calculus of variations, linear programming, simplex algorithm.

PR: MATH 3202 and 2260 (or the former MATH 3260)

4160

Partial Differential Equations I

covers two point boundary value problems, Fourier series, Sturm-Liouville theory, canonical forms, classification and solution of linear second order partial differential equations in two independent variables, separation of variable, integral transform methods.

PR: MATH 3202 and 2260 (or the former MATH 3260)

4242

Algorithms and Complexity

is a study of the correctness and complexity of algorithms, with particular focus on algorithms important in mathematics. Topics may include sorting and binary search, string searching, integer multiplication and exponentiation, matrix multiplication, geometric problems such as closest pair of points and convex hull, probabilistic and approximative algorithms. This course discusses polynomial reductions and NP-completeness.

PR: MATH 3132 and 3240 and Computer Science 1510 or the former 1710 or the former 2710 or the former 2602 or Engineering 1020 or permission of the Chair of Computational Mathematics

4291-4299

Special Topics in Computational Mathematics

is a variety of topics in Mathematics.

PR: permission of the Chair of Computational Mathematics

4305

Mathematical Logic

starts with a brief overview of basic set theory, followed by an introduction to propositional and predicate logic and basics of model theory (models, theories, compactness theorem) and computability theory (computable and computably enumerable sets, first order arithmetic).

PR: MATH 2320 and 6 credit hours in Mathematics at the 3000-level or higher or permission of the Chair of Computational Mathematics

4340

Combinatorial Analysis

continues most of the topics started in 3340 with further work on distributions, recurrence relations and generating functions. Generating functions are used to solve recurrence relations in two variables. Also included is a study of Polya's theorem with applications.

PR: MATH 2000 and 3340

4345

Advanced Graph Theory

(same as the former MATH 4290) includes topics which may be chosen from matchings, factorizations, adjacency matrices, eigenvalues of graphs, strongly regular graphs, independent sets and cliques, cuts and connectivity, graph products, graph homomorphisms, edge colourings, domination, and graph searching.

CR: the former MATH 4290

PR: MATH 2051 and 3240

4950

Senior Project

is a course in which, under the guidance of a faculty member, students conduct a scientific study based upon original research or a critical review of extant data in an appropriate area. Normally the project will have a computational component. Students are required to submit a report and give a presentation.

PR: permission of Program Chair

AR = Attendance requirement; CH = Credit hours are 3 unless otherwise noted; CO = Co-requisite(s); CR = Credit can be retained for only one course from the set(s) consisting of the course being described and the course(s) listed; LC = Lecture hours per week are 3 unless otherwise noted; LH = Laboratory hours per week; OR = Other requirements of the course such as tutorials, practical sessions, or seminars; PR = Prerequisite(s); UL = Usage limitation(s).