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The rewards of pursuing a mathematics degree are manifold. Of course, math majors can process data, evaluate statistics, and manipulate numbers. But at its core, the study of mathematics is much more a science of puzzle-solving than of number-crunching. Mathematics exercises one’s logical and analytical faculties. Ultimately, it is perhaps the world’s most useful mind game.

Lakeland’s mathematics major easily leads to graduate study or careers in teaching or statistical analysis, and it can be combined with other major programs, such as Computer Science, Business Administration, Chemistry, and Biochemistry.

Students who major in Mathematics will be able to:

• understand and use the basics concepts of algebra, analysis, and geometry;
• develop and deploy high-level skills in problem solving, inductive reasoning, logical thought, formal mathematical definitions and proofs, and computations, including the use of computer software;
• communicate their findings effectively by formulating precise definitions, stating clear theorems, and constructing formal proofs; and
• apply mathematical ideas and tools, including computer technology, to real-world problems.

Associate Professor: Chia-Chin (Cristi) Chang
Assistant Professor: John Wallbaum
 

Programs

• Mathematics
• Mathematics for Early Adolescence through Adolescence Education Certification (grades 6-12)

• Mathematics Minor
• Mathematics Minor for Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence Education Certification (grades 1-8) or Early Adolescence through Adolescence Education Certification (grades 6-12)

• Mathematics Teacher Certification

Courses

• MAT 130 - Intermediate Algebra
• MAT 150 - Statistics for Everyday Life
• MAT 162 - Pre-Calculus
• MAT 210 - Mathematics for Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence Teachers
• MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics
• MAT 230 - Business Calculus
• MAT 231 - Calculus I (4 semester hours)
• MAT 242 - Calculus II (4 semester hours)
• MAT 250 - Discrete Mathematics
• MAT 310 - Real Analysis
• MAT 322 - College Geometry (WI)
• MAT 330 - Mathematical Statistics
• MAT 331 - Calculus III (4 semester hours)
• MAT 350 - Complex Analysis
• MAT 352 - Differential Equations
• MAT 362 - Linear Algebra
• MAT 370 - Numerical Analysis
• MAT 410 - Topology
• MAT 420 - Abstract Algebra
• MAT 430 - Foundations of Mathematics
• MAT 470 - Seminar in Mathematics (1 semester hour)
• MAT 480 - Senior Seminar in Mathematics
• MAT 490 - Independent Study in Mathematics

• MATP 221 - Statistics for Psychology

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