Mathematics and Statistics
The mathematics major at Connecticut College provides a modern introduction to topics in theoretical and applied mathematics. Techniques that arise pertain to questions in mathematics itself, and also to problems from other disciplines such as computer science, natural and social sciences and finance.
The major in mathematics with a concentration in statistics also allows you to bring mathematical techniques to bear in the study of statistics and statistical techniques.
Early and intermediate mathematics courses include the calculus sequence, linear algebra, multivariable calculus, discrete mathematics, and ordinary differential equations. Additional intermediate courses include advanced regression techniques, design and analysis of experiments, and mathematics of finance.
In advanced courses, you can learn elements of some of the major branches of mathematics including abstract algebra, real and complex analysis. While courses at this level tend to be more theoretical, relying on mathematical proof, there are many courses that deal with concrete applications including:
- mathematical methods in physical sciences
- probability
- graph theory
- geometry
- dynamical systems
- theory of computation
- advanced statistics
As a math major, you may enroll in a senior seminar in which you learn about topics you have likely not seen in standard courses; you also are required to learn about and give a lecture on an advanced topic.
Connecticut College students have opportunities for independent study, to do research with faculty, to tutor mathematics in the student-run help center and to be graders for beginning- and intermediate-level mathematics courses.
Visit the Mathematics and Statistics department site to learn more.
Last Modified: Friday, March 28, 2008 9:13