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MTH-302
Differential Equations
An introduction to ordinary differential equations and their use in modeling continuous change in the real-world . Topics include both analytical and graphical methods of solving DEs , systems of ordinary differential equations , and important applications like exponential / logistic growth , harmonic oscillators , and predator / prey systems .
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MTH-303
College Geometry and Related Topics
A study of geometry , including euclidean and non-euclidean geometries , axiomatic systems , transformations and isometries , and symmetry . There is a focus on exploration , conjecture , and basic geometric arguments ( proofs ).
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MTH-304
Number Theory
An introduction to the theory and properties of
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integers . Topics include prime numbers , divisibility and factorization , modular arithmetic , the Euclidean algorithm , linear Diophantine equations , congruencies , the Chinese remainder theorem , and applications in cryptography .
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MTH-305
Sets , Relations and Functions
An introduction to the basic techniques of creating mathematical arguments ( proofs ). Application of proof writing techniques and an in-depth study of fundamental concepts and principles that are used throughout mathematics : logic , sets , relations , functions , and infinity through topics such as Cartesian product , partitions , equivalence relations , mathematical induction , set indexing , special functions and transfinite numbers .
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