Sep 27, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • MANGT 590 - International Management

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of the political, legal, economic, and sociocultural environments and how they influence international management decisions such as timing and place of foreign market entry, mode of entry, and formulations and implementation of international strategies. Development of knowledge and skills necessary for managing international operations including cross-cultural communication.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 420.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    Global Issues and Perspectives
    Social Sciences


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  • MANGT 595 - Business Strategy

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of the strategic management process firms use to attain competitiveness in a global business environment.  Students develop the knowledge and skills required to diagnose strategic issues, make strategic decisions, and evaluate their consequences.  Capstone course that requires integration of knowledge gained in prior functional coursework along with application of strategic management concepts to formulate and implement value-creating solutions to business challenges.

    Note
    Open only to students with 75 credit hours or non-business graduate students.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: FINAN 450 and MANGT 420 and MKTG 400 and 75 credit hours and admitted in a College of Business Administration major (ACCTG, ENTRP, FINAN, GENBA, MANGT, MIS, MKTG, PSS).

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
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  • MANGT 596 - Business Ethics and Corporate Citizenship

    Credits: 3

    Delivers a managerial perspective on how corporations can fulfill their economic, legal, ethical, and philanthropic responsibilities to a broad array of business stakeholders.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: FINAN 450 (may be taken concurrently), MANGT 420, MKTG 400, and senior level students admitted in a College of Business Administration degree track (major).

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Ethical Reasoning and Responsibility
    Social Sciences


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  • MANGT 623 - Compensation and Performance Management

    Credits: 3

    An in-depth critique of compensation system design and performance management strategies needed to attract, retain, develop and motivate the human capital required for organizational effectiveness and strategic success.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: MANGT 531.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    Ethical Reasoning and Responsibility
    Social Sciences


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  • MANGT 630 - Sports Management

    Credits: 3

    An exploration into management issues associated with professional and amateur sports. Major topics include strategic planning, operational planning, human resource management, team management, leadership, communication, and diversity all in the context of sports.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 420 or MKTG 400 or Junior standing.

    Typically Offered
    Spring


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  • MANGT 633 - Advanced Human Resource Management

    Credits: 3

    An in-depth analysis of selected topics in human resource management including study of current research and literature.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 531.

    Typically Offered
    On sufficient demand.


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  • MANGT 643 - Staffing Organizations

    Credits: 3

    Focuses on recruitment, selection, and retention issues, including an in-depth consideration of legal and practical issues involved in the acquisition and retention of human resources. Detailed coverage of job analysis, criterion development, recruitment strategies, and techniques and procedures for ensuring valid and effective selection of employees.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: May be taken concurrently with MANGT 531.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    Social Sciences


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  • MANGT 652 - Constraint Management and Continuous Improvement

    Credits: 3

    The intent of this course is to provide an overview of the application of Theory of Constraints (TOC). TOC suggests that every process or system has at least one constraint that prevents the operation from being more efficient. TOC offers methodologies that are specifically developed to identify and manage constraints to enable the operation to achieve its goals. Students will be taught the skills required for the identification and management of constraints within an operation system.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 420, MANGT 421, MANGT 521.

    Typically Offered
    On sufficient demand

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
    Social Sciences


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  • MANGT 660 - Supply Chain Planning and Control

    Credits: 3

    Provides a framework of how the demand side of the supply chain should interface with supply side in the context of global manufacturing and service. Topics include: layout/process design and control, capacity planning, master scheduling, materials requirement, coordination, and revenue management.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 421.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
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  • MANGT 661 - Logistics and Warehouse Management

    Credits: 3

    Examines current issues and strategies in logistics and warehouse management. Topics include carrier management problems and opportunities, carrier selection, transportation costing, the economic characteristics of various transportation modes, location problems, and material handling.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 421.

    Typically Offered
    Fall or Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MANGT 662 - Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Design

    Credits: 3

    Addresses the interrelationship between operations and other functions required to deliver value to the end customer of a supply chain. Topics include: strategic procurement and purchasing operations and process, sourcing decisions, location strategies, distribution network design, global supply chain network design, and supply chain risk management.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 421, or with permission of instructor.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
    Global Issues and Perspectives


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  • MANGT 663 - Supply Chain Analytics

    Credits: 3

    The objective of this course is to introduce models and tools to effectively manage a supply chain that purchase, produce, and distribute products. Topics include: forecasting, production and logistics, and inventory management. We illustrate the effectiveness of these models and tools using real-life cases and examples drawn from diverse industries.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MANGT 421.

    Typically Offered
    Fall or Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 010 - Intermediate Algebra

    Credits: 3

    Preparatory course for MATH 100. Includes arithmetic (signed numbers, polynomials, algebraic fractions, exponents, and roots), solutions to equations (linear, quadratic, polynomial, root, and fractional), graphs (linear and quadratic), and geometry (area, perimeter, and the Pythagorean Theorem).

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Two units of mathematics in grades 9-12 and a Mathematics ACT score of 16 or higher; or a Mathematics Algebra Placement Exam score of 15 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 011 - Intermediate Algebra Review

    Credits: 2

    Supplemental algebra lab that is required to be taken in conjunction with MATH 010.

    Note
    Two hours recitation a week. The student will receive 2 hours credit which will not count toward graduation.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 020 - College Algebra Review

    Credits: 2

    Supplemental algebra lab to be taken in conjunction with MATH 100 for students who need additional instruction in algebra.

    Note
    Two hours recitation a week.

    Students are placed in this course on the basis of their score on the placement exam. The student will receive 2 hours credit which will not count toward graduation.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 100 - College Algebra

    Credits: 3

    Fundamental concepts of algebra; algebraic equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; zeros of polynomial functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: B or better in Math 010; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics ACT score of 23 or higher; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics Algebra Placement Exam score of 21 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 150 - Plane Trigonometry

    Credits: 3

    Trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities and equations; applications involving right triangles and applications illustrating the laws of sines and cosines.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 100; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics ACT score of 25 or higher; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics Algebra Placement Exam score of 40 or higher; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics Calculus Placement Exam score of 9 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 151 - Applied Plane Trigonometry

    Credits: 2

    Trigonometry and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations; applications involving right triangles and applications illustrating the laws of sines and cosines. Emphasis is placed on applications to engineering technology, tool and machine design.

    Note
    Two hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Students are placed in this course on the basis of their score on the College of Technology and Aviation math placement exam or ACT score.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 160 - Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics

    Credits: 3

    Mathematics as used in the contemporary world. Combinatorics and probability; descriptions of data; graph theory; and various additional topics selected by the individual instructors.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 199 - Undergraduate Mathematics Seminar

    Credits: 1-5

    Topics of special interest to undergraduates in mathematics, including orientation to the mathematics curriculum, possible careers in mathematics, and cultural and professional aspects of mathematics.

    Note
    May be repeated.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 205 - General Calculus and Linear Algebra

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to calculus and linear algebra concepts that are particularly useful to the study of economics and business administration with special emphasis on working problems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 100; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics ACT score of 26 or higher; or two years of high school algebra and a Mathematics Algebra Placement Exam score of 40 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 210 - Technical Calculus I

    Credits: 3

    A condensed course in analytic geometry and differential calculus with an emphasis on applications.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: B or better in MATH 100 and C or better in MATH 150; or three years of college preparatory mathematics including trigonometry and a Mathematics ACT score of 27 or higher; or a Mathematics Calculus Placement Exam score of 21 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 211 - Technical Calculus II

    Credits: 3

    A continuation of MATH 210 to include integral calculus with an emphasis on application.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 210; or a Mathematics Calculus Placement Exam score of 40 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 215 - Calculus I

    Credits: 5

    Course content includes a brief review of pre-calculus materials of algebra and trigonometry, functions, limits, differentiation, applications of differentiation, integration, and applications of the definite integral. Theory is presented in a style tailored for first-semester students of mathematics.

    Note
    Five hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 100; and MATH 150 or MATH 151.

    Typically Offered
    Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 216 - Calculus II

    Credits: 5

    An extension of MATH 215, Calculus I, to include integration, differentiation, and applications of transcendent functions.

    Note
    Five hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 220 or MATH 215.

    Typically Offered
    Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 220 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

    Credits: 4

    Analytic geometry, differential and integral calculus of algebraic and trigonometric functions.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: B or better in MATH 100 and C or better in MATH 150; or three years of college preparatory mathematics including trigonometry and an Mathematics ACT score of 28 or higher; or a Mathematics Calculus Placement Exam score of 21 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 221 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

    Credits: 4

    Continuation of MATH 220 to include transcendental functions, techniques of integration, and infinite series.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 220; or a Mathematics Calculus Placement Exam score of 40 or higher.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 222 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus III

    Credits: 4

    Continuation of MATH 221 to include functions of more than one variable.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 312 - Finite Applications of Mathematics

    Credits: 3

    Systems of equations, vector operations, linear algebra, and linear programming. Practice in setting up, solving, and interpreting mathematical models which arise in social sciences and business.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 100.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 313 - Computational Number Theory

    Credits: 3

    Topics in number theory selected from: divisibility, primes, modular arithmetic and special types of numbers. Emphasis is on computations. Primarily for prospective elementary school teachers of mathematics.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, MATH 100.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 320 - Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers I

    Credits: 3

    Mathematical problem solving and reasoning, development of whole number concepts and the whole number system, computation and estimation with whole numbers, number patterns and number theory, integers, fractions and rational numbers, decimals and real numbers, geometry and measurement.

    Note
    For education majors only.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 100.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 330 - Intuitive Geometry

    Credits: 3

    Geometric figures and patterns, properties of geometric figures, transformation and coordinate geometry, measurement.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 320.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 340 - Elementary Differential Equations

    Credits: 4

    Elementary techniques for solving ordinary differential equations and applications to solutions of problems in science and engineering.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 395 - Academic Excellence Workshop

    Credits: 1-2

    This course provides enriched supplementary instruction to selected students enrolled in selected lower-division courses.

    Note
    May be repeated for different qualifying courses.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in qualifying lower-division mathematics course and written permission of instructor.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 399 - Honors Seminar in Mathematics

    Credits: 1-3

    Note
    May be repeated.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Membership in honors program.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 498 - Honors Project

    Credits: 3

    Open only to Arts and Sciences students who are active members of the University Honors Program.

    Note
    May be repeated.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 499 - Undergraduate Topics in Mathematics

    Credits: 1-18

    Reading courses in advanced undergraduate mathematics.

    Repeat for Credit
    Repeatable

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Background of courses needed for topic undertaken and consent of instructor.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 500 - Mathematical Theory of Interest

    Credits: 3

    Extensive introduction to the mathematical theory of interest with applications to the field of actuarial science. Prepares students to take the second professional examination administered by the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 501 - Mathematical Foundations of Actuarial Science

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to calculus-based applications and models with an emphasis on applications to insurance. Prepares students to take the first professional examination administered by the Society of Actuaries and Casualty Actuarial Society.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222 and STAT 510 or concurrent enrollment in STAT 510.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 506 - Introduction to Number Theory

    Credits: 3

    Divisibility properties of integers, prime numbers, congruences, multiplicative functions.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 510 - Discrete Mathematics

    Credits: 3

    Combinatorics and graph theory. Topics selected from counting principles, permutations and combinations, the inclusion-exclusion principle, recurrence relations, trees, graph coloring, Eulerian and Hamiltonian circuits, block designs, and Ramsey Theory.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning


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  • MATH 511 - Introduction to Algebraic Systems

    Credits: 3

    Properties of groups, rings, domains and fields. Examples selected from subsystems of the complex numbers, elementary number theory, and solving equations.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 512 - Introduction to Modern Algebra

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to the basic algebraic systems, viz., groups, rings, integral domains, and fields, often drawing from elementary number theory. Special emphasis will be given to methods of theorem proving.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 515 - Introduction to Linear Algebra

    Credits: 3

    Finite-dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations and their matrix representations, dual spaces, invariant subspaces, Euclidean and unitary spaces, solution spaces for systems of linear equations.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 520 - Foundations of Analysis

    Credits: 3

    A study of sets and sequences, neighborhoods, limit points, convergence, open and closed sets in the real line and in the plane, the concept of a continuous function.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 521 - The Real Number System

    Credits: 3

    An extensive development of number systems, with emphasis upon structure. Includes systems of natural numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 540 - Advanced Ordinary Differential Equations

    Credits: 3

    First-order scalar equations: geometry of integral curves, symmetries and exactly soluble equations; existence, uniqueness and dependence on parameters with examples. Systems of first-order equations, Hamilton’s equations and classical mechanics, completely integrable systems. Higher-order equations. Initial value problems for second order linear equations, series solutions and special functions. Boundary value problems with applications. Introduction to perturbation theory and stability.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 551 - Applied Matrix Theory

    Credits: 3

    Matrix algebra, solutions to systems of linear equations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, linear programming, approximation techniques.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 205 or 220.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 560 - Introduction to Topology

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the basic topological concepts. Topological spaces, metric spaces, closure, interior, and frontier operators, subspaces, separation and countability properties, bases, sub bases, convergence, continuity, homeomorphisms, compactness, connectedness, quotients and products. The course will include a brief introduction to proof techniques and set theory. Other topics in topology also may be included.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 570 - History of Mathematics

    Credits: 3

    A survey of the development of mathematics from ancient to modern times.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 220.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    Historical Perspectives


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  • MATH 572 - Foundations of Geometry

    Credits: 3

    Euclidean, non-Euclidean, and finite geometries; role of axioms; practice proving theorems in a formal system; synthetic, metric, and transformation approaches to Euclidean geometry.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 591 - Topics in Mathematics for Teachers

    Credits: 1-3

    Topics of importance for teachers of mathematics.

    Note
    May be repeated for credit.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 599 - Topics in Mathematics

    Credits: 1-3

    Courses on special topics.

    Note
    May be repeated.

    Typically Offered
    On sufficient demand

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 615 - Introduction to Digital Image Processing

    Credits: 3

    The basic ideas and techniques in digital image processing stem from mathematics, engineering, and computer science. This course focuses on ideas and techniques such as spatial filtering, frequency filtering (Fast Fourier Transform), scale filtering (Fast Wavelet Transform), and their applications to image compression standards and image recognition. The course will place equal emphasis on the mathematical ideas and their applications.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 220.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 630 - Introduction to Complex Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Complex analytic functions and power series, complex integrals. Taylor and Laurent expansions, residues, Laplace transformations, and the inversion integral.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 632 - Elementary Partial Differential Equations

    Credits: 3

    Orthogonal functions, Fourier series, boundary value problems in partial differential equations.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 633 - Advanced Calculus I

    Credits: 3

    Functions of one variable; limits, continuity, differentiability, Riemann-Stieltjes integral, sequences, series, power series, improper integrals.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 634 - Advanced Calculus II

    Credits: 3

    Functions of several variables; partial differentiation and implicit function theorems, curvilinear coordinates, differential geometry of curves and surfaces, vectors and vector fields, line and surface integrals, double and triple integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and Divergence Theorem.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 633.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 635 - Dynamics, Chaos, and Fractals

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to one dimensional real and complex dynamics: attracting and repelling cycles, iterations of quadratic polynomials, bifurcation theory, chaos, Hausdorff measures and Hausdorff dimension, fractals, Julia and Fatou sets, and Mandelbrot sets.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 655 - Elementary Numerical Analysis I

    Credits: 3

    Error analysis, root finding, interpolation, approximation of functions, numerical integration and differentiation, systems of linear equations.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221, a computer language, and either MATH 515 or 551.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
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  • MATH 656 - Elementary Numerical Analysis II

    Credits: 3

    A continuation of MATH 655. Linear programming, numerical solutions of differential equations, and the use of standard packages for the solutions of applied problems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340 and MATH 655.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 670 - Mathematical Modeling

    Credits: 3

    Introduction of modeling procedures. Case studies in mathematical modeling projects from physical, biological, and social sciences.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Four mathematics courses numbered 500 or above.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 700 - Set Theory and Logic

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to logic, mathematical proof, and elementary set theory. Topics include elementary logic, relations, partitions, functions, cartesian products, disjoint unions, orders, construction of the natural numbers, ordinal and cardinal numbers, the Axiom of Choice, and transfinite induction. Special emphasis will be given to proving theorems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 511 or 512.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 704 - Introduction to the Theory of Groups

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to abstract group theory, permutation groups, homomorphisms, direct products, Abelian groups. Jordan-Holder and Sylow theorems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 512.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 705 - Computational Math

    Credits: 3

    Topics from complex analysis, vector calculus, higher-dimensional calculus, ordinary differential equations, liner algebra, and geometry of curves.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 706 - Theory of Numbers

    Credits: 3

    Divisibility, congruences, multiplicative functions, number theory from an algebraic viewpoint, quadratic reciprocity, Diophantine equations, prime numbers.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 221 and either 511 or 512.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 707 - Theory of Numbers II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of MATH 706, including p-adic numbers, basic analytic number theory, geometry of numbers, and diophantine approximation.

    Typically Offered
    Spring


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  • MATH 710 - Introduction to Category Theory

    Credits: 3

    Categories, duality, special morphisms, functors, natural transformations, limits and colimits, adjoint situations, and applications.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 730 and MATH 770.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 711 - Category Theory

    Credits: 3

    Set-valued functors and concrete categories, factorization structures, algebraic and topological functors, categorical completions, Abelian categories.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 710.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 713 - Advanced Applied Matrix Theory

    Credits: 3

    A development of the concepts of eigenvalues by considering applications in differential equations, quadratic forms and estimation problems. Supporting topics include the Jordan canonical form, functions of matrices, vector and matrix norms, convex sets, with selected topics from the theory and application of the simplex algorithm, Markov chains, Leslie population models, Leontieff input-output model.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 551 or 630.

    Typically Offered
    Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 715 - Applied Mathematics I

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of numerical methods for linear algebra.  Perturbation theory and error analysis, matrix factorizations, solutions to linear systems, least-squares, problems, techniques for special matrix structures, symmetric and nonsymmetric eigenvalue problems, iterative and direct methods.

    Note
    Three hours recitation.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 515 or MATH 551 or equivalent.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 716 - Applied Mathematics II

    Credits: 3

    Linear operator theory applied to matrix, integral and differential equations. Spectral theory, the Fredholm Alternative, least-squares and pseudo-inverses. Banach and Hilbert space techniques, Fourier series and wavelets, theory of distributions, Green’s functions.

    Note
    Recitation 3 hours.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340 and MATH 515 or MATH 551; or equivalent.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 721 - Introduction to Real Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Limits, continuity, uniform convergence, completeness, differentiation, Riemann integration.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 634 or graduate standing.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 722 - Introduction to Functions of Several Variables

    Credits: 3

    Analysis of functions of several variables, including differentiability, partial differentiability, maxima and minima, inverse function theorem, implicit function theorem, integration, Fubini’s theorem.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 634 or graduate standing.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 723 - Complex Functions

    Credits: 3

    Introduction to the theory of analytic functions, designed to prepare students for the qualifying exams. Holomorphic functions, contour integrals, residue theory, conformal mapping and other topics.

    Note
    Three hours lecture each week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 721 is recommended

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 725 - The Mathematics of Data and Networks I

    Credits: 3

    Develops the mathematical tools necessary for studying and handling large data-sets and networks. Includes matrix, graph, and probability theory, dimensionality reduction, clustering, maximum likelihood, Bayesian networks, sparsification, modularity, information theory, hidden Markov chains, branching processes, electrical networks, internet mathematics, random walks, random graphs, random matrices, and search algorithms.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: MATH 551, MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 726 - The Mathematics of Data and Networks II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of MATH 725. Develops the mathematical tools necessary for studying and handling large data-sets and networks. Includes matrix, graph, and probability theory, dimensionality reduction, clustering, maximum likelihood, Bayesian networks, sparsification, modularity, information theory, hidden Markov chains, branching processes, electrical networks, internet mathematics, random walks, random graphs, random matrices, and search algorithms.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: MATH 551, MATH 222.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 730 - Abstract Algebra I

    Credits: 3

    Groups, rings, fields, vector spaces and their homomorphisms. Elementary Galois theory and decomposition theorems for linear transformations on a finite dimensional vector space.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 512 or consent of instructor.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 731 - Abstract Algebra II

    Credits: 3

    Continuation of MATH 730.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 730 or consent of instructor.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 740 - Calculus of Variation

    Credits: 3

    Necessary conditions and the Euler-Lagrange equations. Hamilton-Jacobi theory, Noether’s theorems, direct methods, applications to geometry and physics.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 722 or equivalent.

    Typically Offered
    On sufficient demand

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 745 - Ordinary Differential Equations

    Credits: 3

    First-order equations and applications, second-order equations and oscillation theorems, series solutions and special functions, Sturm Liouville problems, linear systems, autonomous systems and phase plane analysis, stability, Liapunov’s method, periodic solutions, perturbation and asymptotic methods, existence and uniqueness theorems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 755 - Dynamic Modeling Processes

    Credits: 3

    Topics to include equilibrium and stability, limit circles, reaction-diffusion, and shock phenomena, Hopf bifurcation and cusp catastrophes, chaos and strange attractors, bang-bang principle. Applications from physical and biological sciences and engineering.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340 and MATH 551.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 757 - Mathematical Control Theory

    Credits: 3

    Mathematical analysis of dynamical systems governed by differential equations and their optimal processes, feedback, and filtering. Topics include: dynamical systems with controls, axioms of control systems, input-output behaviors, stability and instability, reachability and controllability, dynamic feedback and stabilization, optimal control processes, piecewise constant control and bang-bang principle, Pontryagin maximum principle, tracking, filtering.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 560, 715.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 760 - Introduction to Probability Theory

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the mathematical theory of probability. Material covered includes combinatorial probability, random variables, independence, expectations, limit theorems, Markov chains, random walks, and martingales.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 633 and STAT 510.

    Typically Offered
    On demand, usually every 3rd summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 770 - Introduction to Topology/Geometry I

    Credits: 3

    This is the first course of a two course sequence including definitions and examples of topological spaces, simplicial complexes, topological and smooth manifolds, quotient spaces, CW complexes, projective spaces and knots. Topological properties including elementary separation, compactness, connectedness. Homotopy, the fundamental group, Covering spaces, Euler characteristics, classification of closed surfaces, differential forms, integration, Stokes’ theorem, de Rham cohomology.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 633.

    Typically Offered
    Fall

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 771 - Introduction to Topology/Geometry II

    Credits: 3

    The second course in a two class introduction to topology at a graduate level. Second term topics include: covering spaces, Euler characteristic, classification of closed surfaces, differential forms, integration, Stokes’ theorem, and de Rham cohomology.
     

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 770.

    Typically Offered
    Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 772 - Elementary Differential Geometry

    Credits: 3

    Curves and surfaces in Euclidean spaces, differential forms and exterior differentiation, differential invariants and frame fields, uniqueness theorems for curves and surfaces, geodesics, introduction to Riemannian geometry, some global theorems, minimal surfaces.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 340.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 789 - Combinatorial Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Permutations, combinations, inversion formulas, generating functions, partitions, finite geometries, difference sets, and other topics.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 512.

    Typically Offered
    Spring, in alternate years

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 791 - Topics in Mathematics for Secondary School Teachers

    Credits: 3

    Topics of importance in the preparation of secondary school teachers to teach modern mathematics.

    Note
    May be repeated for credit.

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MATH 799 - Topics in Mathematics

    Credits: .5-3

    Courses on special topics to be taught on sufficient demand.

    Note
    Repeatable

    Typically Offered
    On sufficient demand.


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  • MC 100 - JMC Orientation

    Credits: 0

    An overview of the curriculum electives, extracurricular activities in mass communications, the advising process, and career options. 

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring


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  • MC 110 - Mass Communication in Society

    Credits: 3

    A historical, social, legal, economic, and technological study of mass communication and its role and impact in society.

    Note
    Open to majors and non-majors.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Historical Perspectives


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  • MC 120 - Principles of Advertising

    Credits: 3

    An examination of the advertising field and its relationship to marketing and journalism.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    Social Sciences


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  • MC 130 - Writing Conventions and Mechanics

    Credits: 1

    Reorientation to basic rules of grammar, spelling and punctuation, and assessment of student writing skills prior to admission to the A.Q. Miller School. Students must receive a “C” or better to advance in JMC curriculum.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MC 131 - Elements of Media Writing

    Credits: 1

    The basics of Associated Press writing style and writing across media platforms. Students must receive a “C” or better to advance in JMC curriculum.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MC 130 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MC 132 - Writing Styles and Audiences

    Credits: 1

    Basic exposure to writing across platforms for target audiences in journalism and strategic communications. Students must receive a “C” or better to advance in JMC curriculum.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MC 131 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MC 160 - Principles of Journalism

    Credits: 3

    An overview of the current news industry, including legacy media and newer platforms. Introduction to news gathering and reporting, including hands-on work on the multi-platform JMC NewsDesk.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Social Sciences


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  • MC 165 - KSDB-FM Participation

    Credits: 0

    Students participate in various music, news, sports, program production and other operational roles on student radio station KSDB-FM. 

    Note
    May be repeated.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MC 166 - KKSU-TV Participation

    Credits: 0

    Exposure to basic video production roles and participation in producing a television program for KKSU-TV.

    Repeat for Credit
    Repeatable

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring

    K-State 8
    None


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  • MC 180 - Principles of Public Relations

    Credits: 3

    Contemporary persuasive social science principles, processes, and issues involved in the management of communications between an organization and its publics.

    Typically Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    K-State 8
    Social Sciences


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