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MTSU Department of Mathematical Sciences
MTSU BOX 34
Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132
Phone: (615) 898-2669
Fax: (615) 898-5422
Applications of Mathematics Concentration
Students desiring to study applications of mathematics and
statistics in business, government, and industry may choose between
tracks in statistics, business, or industrial mathematics. All three
tracks blend theory and practice to provide students with background
for employment or graduate studies.
Statistics Track
The statistics track offers students a program of study in one of
the broadest areas of applied mathematics. Statistical methods are
used in many fields, including agriculture, business,
communications, government, health, industry, public policy, sports,
and science. Courses provide students the opportunity to learn data
analysis and to develop skills in statistical methods of wide
application. Emphasizing a blend of theory and practice, the program
is designed to provide students with the necessary background for
employment as a statistician in the public or private sector and to
provide a solid foundation for those students interested in graduate
studies.
In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take STAT 3150 and 4190; MATH 4990; and two courses from STAT 4200, 4320, 4360, 4370, 4380. One minor outside the department is required. Students also complete supporting coursework of 12 hours that complement the student’s program chosen with approval of the statistics advisor. These courses include computing, information systems, and other relevant courses. Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.
Business Track
This track is appropriate for students who seek a broad background
from such diverse but mutually supportive areas as mathematics,
statistics, computer science, and business. The program prepares
students for the job market or for further study in the more
specialized areas of actuarial science, operations research,
statistics, computer science, or finance.
In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take STAT 4190, ACSI 4200, and either STAT 4200 or 4360. The supporting coursework consists of 12 hours of computer science or information systems courses. The student must complete a minor in the Jennings A. Jones College of Business as well as ACTG 2110 and 2120 or 3000 and ECON 2410, 2420. Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.
Industrial
Mathematics Track
The
industrial mathematics track offers students a program of study that
incorporates the areas of mathematics that contribute to business
and industry. Coursework is designed to produce graduates who have
strong qualifications that make them competitive for positions in
industry and provides a solid foundation for students interested in
pursuing graduate study in the area. The minor must be chosen from
Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Aerospace, or
Industrial Technology.
In addition to the mathematics core, students pursuing this track must take MATH 3120, 3260, 4250, and 4310. Required supporting coursework includes CSCI 1170 and 2170. Nine additional hours of supporting coursework must be chosen with the approval of the mathematics advisor from MATH 4601, 4230, 4270, 4320, 4700 and STAT 4190. Students should consult their advisors each semester to plan their schedules.
