Mathematics
Outcome Statements for Mathematics Majors
Upon completion of the program, students are expected to:
- Develop depth and breadth in mathematical knowledge essential
to the degree/program.
- Know fundamental concepts of calculus and linear algebra.
- Apply mathematical reasoning based on definitions, axioms
and theorems to read and write mathematical proofs. [Mathematics BS Pure
Math option, and Mathematics BA only]
- Read and understand mathematical language and symbols.
- Formulate and evaluate mathematical conjectures.
- Use technology to do calculations, visualizations, and
test hypotheses.
- Communicate mathematical ideas in written, oral, and/or
electronic form.
- Apply mathematical concepts and techniques to solving
applied problems. [Mathematics BS, Applied Option only]
- Be able to treat a large, complex mathematical problem.
- Explore advanced perspectives of mathematics and appreciate
mathematics’s beauty.