BA IN MATHEMATICS
Deerfield, IL
WHY STUDY MATHEMATICS AT TIU?
Theories and formulas are only part of the equation; to fully understand math, it must be applied to life. Trinity math majors have completed summer research projects evaluating cost-effective vaccines and been hired for jobs at companies such as Abbott, Allstate, Baxter, and Trustmark.
WHERE YOU STUDY MATTERS
Trinity is located in a peaceful wooded setting, just 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. This prime location offers some of the nation’s best school districts, a variety of ministry organizations, and 12 Fortune 500 companies within 12 miles of campus to apply practically what you are learning in the classroom. In addition, Trinity is close to many coffee shops, restaurants, cultural experiences, and recreational activities when you need a break from the books!
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?
Most Mathematics majors are able to finish their degree in 3-4 years. Mathematics requires 45 hours.
DID YOU KNOW?
Mathematics graduates from Trinity have gone on to work at the national headquarters of Allstate, Walgreens, Trustmark Insurance, and the National Security Agency.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The Mathematics major is designed to equip you with quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills. This major is ideal if you are considering graduate study in pure or applied mathematics or if you are interested in a career in business, actuarial science, or related scientific and technological fields.
PERSONAL. PRACTICAL. BIBLICAL.
At Trinity, you’ll be equipped to think critically and biblically in every area of life as you are challenged to apply your faith to your coursework and classroom conversations. And instead of approaching general education as a checklist of courses to be completed, Trinity’s distinctive educational approach gives you the freedom to choose courses that are most interesting and relevant to you. Working closely with your faculty advisor, you can select from electives to enhance your major, apply toward a minor, create a double major, or simply experience something new. The choices are yours! All along the way, you’ll be cared for and supported, ensuring that you make the most of your college experience.
COURSEWORK
Mathematics requires 47 hours, making it robust in itself but leaving room to combine with other interests or electives. Interesting courses include:
- History of Mathematics
- Number Theory
- Financial Management
Mathematics Courses
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| CS 112 | Intermediate Spreadsheets, Databases, and Word Processing |
2 hours |
| CS 120 | Computer Programming I | 3 hours |
| MA 121 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 hours |
| MA 122 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 hours |
| MA 221 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry III | 4 hours |
| MA 331 | Linear Algebra | 3 hours |
| MA 335 | Differential Equations | 3 hours |
| MA 340 | History of Mathematics | 4 hours |
| MA 412 | Geometry | 3 hours |
| MA 420 | Number Theory | 3 hours |
| MA 445 or MA 498 |
Internship Professional Experience | 0-6 hours |
| SUPPORTING COURSES | ||
| Select one of the following sequences: | 8 hours | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
| CH 111 & CH 112 |
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II |
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| PHY 111 & PHY 112 |
General Physics I and General Physics II |
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| HIGHLY RECOMMENDED COURSES | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BUS 411 | Financial Management | |
| PH 170 | Logic | |
| MA 324 | Mathematical Statistics II | |
| Total Hours | 44–46 hours | |
| ACTUARIAL SCIENCE EMPHASIS | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| Required courses | ||
| MA 324 | Mathematical Statistics II | 1 hour |
| MA 360 | Theory of interest | 3 hours |
| BUS 207 | Microeconomics | 3 hours |
| BUS 208 | Macroeconomics | 3 hours |
| BUS 221 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 hours |
| BUS 222 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 hours |
| BUS 411 | Financial Management | 3 hours |
| Highly Recommended Courses for the Actuarial Science Emphasis | ||
| MA 390 | Actuarial Examination Preparation | |
| BUS 201 | Introduction to Business Law | |
| BUS 490 | Seminar in Business and Management Ethics | |
| Total Hours | 19 hours | |
CAREER OUTCOMES |
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| Finance | Computational Biologist |
| Accountant | Cryptologist |
| Actuary | Engineer |
| Financial Analyst | Climatologist |
| Epidemiologist | Computer Science |
| Biostatistician | Software Engineer |
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