Mathematics

Dr. Edward Letzter, Chair

Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies
215-204-7847
Wachman Hall, Room 632
bdats@temple.edu

The mathematics major prepares student for professions requiring a strong mathematical background or for graduate study in mathematics and related fields.

There are several degree programs from which to choose: the Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, the Bachelor of Science with Teaching, and joint programs with Computer and Information Science, Economics, and Physics.

The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics provides a solid mathematical foundation and also allows for the most flexibility.

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics provides an in-depth theoretical background focusing on the traditional core areas of mathematics. This program is suitable preparation for graduate study in mathematics.

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics focuses on mathematical and computational methods applicable in the sciences, engineering, and industry. In particular, this degree is suitable preparation for professions featuring sophisticated mathematical modeling and/or scientific computing. This degree is also suitable preparation for graduate study in applied mathematics or related disciplines.

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Teaching program is aimed at students interested in teaching mathematics at the high school level. This program combines a solid mathematical foundation with the pedagogical training necessary for success as a high school teacher. This program also satisfies Pennsylvania's teacher certification requirements.

Five-year combined bachelor's and master's programs are also available.

Bachelor of Arts

Summary of Requirements for the Degree

1. University Requirements (123 total s.h.)

• Mathematics 0701 (4 s.h.) and/or English 0701 (4 s.h.), if required by placement testing.

• All Temple students must take a minimum of two writing-intensive courses at Temple as part of their major. Following is a list of courses that can be used to satisfy the writing-intensive requirement: Math 3096 or Math 4096.

• Students must complete the General Education (GenEd) requirements.

• The General Education Curriculum consists of approximately 25-26 s.h.  See the General Education section of the Undergraduate Bulletin for the GenEd curriculum.

2. College Requirements

• 90 credits within the College of Science & Technology (CST) or the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

• 45 Upper Level (2000+) credits within the College of Science & Technology (CST) or the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

• Two (2) Upper Level (2000+) Liberal Art courses.

• Second (2nd) Level of a Foreign Language (1002).

3. Major Requirements for Bachelor of Arts (54 s.h.)

• One (1) Computer & Information Science course is required (4 s.h.): Computer & Information Science 1053, 1057 or 1068.

• Thirteen (13) Mathematics courses are required (42 s.h.): Mathematics 1041, 1042, 2043, 2101, 2111, 3031, 3096, 3137, 3138, 4096 and 3 Mathematics electives at the 3000 level or above.

• Two (2) Physics courses are required (8 s.h.): Physics 1061 or 2021 and 1062 or 2022.

Suggested Semester by Semester Plan

(F) - Fall only course.

(S) - Spring only course.

Students who complete CST majors typically receive a waiver for 2 Science & Technology (GS) and 1 Quantitative Literacy (GQ) GenEd courses.

Bachelor of Science

Summary of Requirements for the Degree

1. University Requirements (123 total s.h.)

• Mathematics 0701 (4 s.h.) and/or English 0701 (4 s.h.), if required by placement testing.

• All Temple students must take a minimum of two writing-intensive courses at Temple as part of their major. Following is a list of courses that can be used to satisfy the writing-intensive requirement: Math 3098 or Math 4096.

• Students must complete the General Education (GenEd) requirements.

• The General Education Curriculum consists of approximately 25-26 s.h.  See the General Education section of the Undergraduate Bulletin for the GenEd curriculum.

2. College Requirements

• 90 credits within the College of Science & Technology (CST) or the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

• 45 Upper-Level (2000+) credits within the College of Science & Technology (CST) or the College of Liberal Arts (CLA).

3. Major Requirements for Bachelor of Science (65 s.h.)

• One (1) Computer & Information Science course is required (4 s.h.): Computer & Information Science 1053, 1057 or 1068.

• Sixteen (16) Mathematics courses are required (53 s.h.): Mathematics 1041, 1042, 2043, 3031, 3045, 3051, 3098, 3101, 3141, 3142, 4051, 4096 and four (4) Mathematics electives at the 3000+level or above.  NOTE: Mathematics 2111 can count for one of the Math 3000+ electives, provided it is taken prior to Mathematics 3098 and Mathematics 3141.

• Two (2) Physics courses are required (8 s.h.): Physics 1061 or 2021 and 1062 or 2022.

Suggested Semester by Semester Plan

Students who complete CST majors typically receive a waiver for 2 Science & Technology (GS) and 1 Quantitative Literacy (GQ) GenEd courses.

Intercollegial B.A. Degree in Mathematical Economics

Dr. Edward Letzter, Chair, Mathematics

Dr. Boris A. Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Mathematics
Wachman Hall, Room 632
215-204-7847
bdats@temple.edu

     or

Dr. Michael Bognanno, Chair, Economics

Dr. Dimitrios Diamantaras, Advisor, Economics
Ritter Annex 623
215-204-8169
dimitrios.diamantaras@temple.edu

The Departments of Economics and Mathematics offer the Mathematical Economics program as a platform for systematic concentration in the mathematical approach to economics. Economics has progressed in the last several decades by making extensive use of mathematical techniques. As a result, students who wish to pursue graduate study in economics, finance, accounting and other disciplines that make an extensive use of economics need a thorough grounding in both economics and mathematics. The Mathematical Economics curriculum provides this grounding with a broad selection of courses that cover all important areas of economics and the mathematical tools required for a critical, deep mastery of these areas. This program is especially recommended for those students who intend to pursue graduate studies in Economics. The program and its requirements are described in full in the "Intercollegial Programs" section of this Bulletin.

B.S. Degree in Applied Mathematics

Dr. Edward Letzter, Chair, Mathematics

Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Mathematics
215-204-7847

bdats@temple.edu

The program is administered by the department of Mathematics. For further discussion of the major requirements, please see Applied Mathematics in this Bulletin.

Interdisciplinary B.S. Degree in Mathematics & Computer Science

Dr. Jie Wu, Chair, Computer & Information Science

Dr. Anthony Hughes, Undergraduate Faculty Advisor, Mathematics & Computer Science

215-204-7910
anthony.hughes@temple.edu

Dr. Edward Letzter, Chair, Mathematics

Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Mathematics
215-204-7847

bdats@temple.edu

The interdisciplinary program is jointly administered by the departments of Mathematics and Computer & Information Science. For further discussion of the Interdisciplinary major requirements, please see Mathematics & Computer Science in this Bulletin.

Interdisciplinary B.S. Degree in Mathematics & Physics

Dr. Tao Rongjia, Chair, Physics

Dr. Zbigniew Dziembowski, Undergraduate Faculty Advisor, Physics

215-204-7639
zbig.dziembowski@temple.edu

Dr. Edward Letzter, Chair, Mathematics

Dr. Boris Datskovsky, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Mathematics
215-204-7847

bdats@temple.edu

The interdisciplinary program is jointly administered by the departments of Mathematics and Physics. For further discussion of the Interdisciplinary major requirements, please see Mathematics & Physics in this Bulletin.

Five-Year Master's Program

The Combined B.A. or B.S./M.A. Program

To participate in this five-year program, a mathematics major should be enrolled in either the B.A. or the B.S. program. Application to continue in the M.A. program must be made to the graduate chair of the department no later than the first semester of the senior year. To be accepted by the M.A. program, a student must have a GPA of at least 3.25 in Mathematics courses when the application is made. Students must complete Mathematics 3141, 3142 and 4051 in place of Mathematics 3137 and 3138 and Mathematics 3098 in place of Mathematics 3096 in order to be considered for admission to the Master's program. In addition to completing the B.A. or B.S. requirements, the student must complete four additional graduate-level mathematics courses numbered 5000 and above by the end of her/his senior year. If the Core and College requirements have also been met, the student will be awarded the B.A. or B.S. degree at the conclusion of this portion of the program. All courses must be passed with a grade of C- or better, and no more than two graduate courses can carry a grade less than B- for the student to continue with the M.A. portion of the program.

Fifth-Year Course Requirements

The student will take a total of six graduate-level courses, selected to conform to the M.A. requirements. At the end of the fifth year, the student must either write a master's thesis or pass one of the following examinations:

• Master's Comprehensive Examination in Pure Mathematics
• Master's Comprehensive Examination in Applied Mathematics
• Ph.D. Combined Comprehensive Examination (M.A. level pass)
  For further details on the M.A. degree requirement see the Graduate Bulletin.

Five-Year Master’s/Secondary Education Certification Program

This is a combined program between the College of Science and Technology and the College of Education.  For more information, see the following web site:www.temple.edu/bulletin/Academic_programs/schools_colleges/ed/intro/generalinfo/ed_generalinfo.shtm#teacher

Minor Requirements

• Three semesters of calculus (Mathematics 1041, Mathematics 1042, and Mathematics 2043).
• Linear algebra (Mathematics 2101)
• Four additional mathematics courses numbered 3000 or above, or Mathematics 2196 and three mathematics courses numbered 3000 or above. (Mathematics 2196 must be taken prior to Mathematics 3098 or Mathematics 3141.)

Calculation of Major GPA

The list of courses that are used to calculate major GPA is determined by the department. Students should consult with their academic advising unit for the applicable courses. In general, courses that could not apply toward the major as an elective or a required course are not counted for the major GPA. This would include Mathematics 1022, for example.

Distinction in Major

To graduate with Distinction in Mathematics a student should meet the following requirements:

1. All requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree in Mathematics must be met with a GPA of at least 3.50 in the Mathematics courses.
2. At the time of graduation, the student's overall GPA, including all college-level courses, must be at least 3.25.

3. Bachelor of Arts students must complete Mathematics 3141, Mathematics 3142 and Mathematics 4051 instead of Mathematics 3137 and Mathematics 3138, as well as Mathematics 3098 instead of Mathematics 3096 in order to qualify for a Distinction in Major.
4. A student must have a GPA of 3.50 or higher in Mathematics 3141, Mathematics 3142, Mathematics 3098, Mathematics 4051 and any additional courses from the following list: Mathematics 3043, 3044, 3101, and any 4000-level course other than individual study.