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| <p>The mathematics program at St. Olaf is nationally recognized for innovative and effective teaching, for scholarship, and for service to the profession. We see mathematics as interesting, important, useful, and appropriate for students with a wide variety of interests. Welcome to our mathematical community.</p> | <p>The mathematics program at St. Olaf is nationally recognized for innovative and effective teaching, for scholarship, and for service to the profession. We see mathematics as interesting, important, useful, and appropriate for students with a wide variety of interests. Welcome to our mathematical community.</p> | ||
| - | == What's Happening in St. Olaf Math? == | ||
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| + | Please click [http://www.stolaf.edu/depts/mscs/MSCS_Event_Calendar here] to view the MSCS event calendar. | ||
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| + | ==Do I have to take a math class at St. Olaf?== | ||
| + | The short answer is no, but the longer answer is that all B.A. students must satisfy the ''Abstract and Quantitative Reasoning'' (AQR) General Education requirement (B.M. students may choose to complete a general education requirement with an AQR course). Students complete the AQR requirement either by taking a designated course in Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science or through successful completion of an equivalent course prior to arriving at St. Olaf. Get started on the ''Math and AQR Placement Process'' (that does not require a mathematics test) by clicking [[Placement_Information|here]]. | ||
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| + | ==Do I have to complete the AQR requirement at St. Olaf?== | ||
| + | Some students have taken the right kind of courses in high school or have had other academic experiences that give them credit for the AQR. Visit our [[Placement_Information|AQR Placement]] page to see whether or not this includes you. | ||
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| + | ==How do I satisfy the AQR requirement?== | ||
| + | There are several different courses in mathematics, statistics, and computer science that satisfy the AQR requirement. Which kind of course you should take depends on your academic strengths and interests. Click [[Placement_Information|here]] to get started on the ''Math and AQR Placement Process'' and you'll find your way to the information you need. | ||
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| + | ==I know that I want to take a math, stats, or cs course at St. Olaf, but which one should I take?== | ||
| + | Excellent--we're glad you want to take a course in MSCS! In order to gather information and report it to your advisor we need you to go through the ''Math and AQR Placement Process''. Click [[Placement_Information|here]] to get started and you'll find your way to the information you need. | ||
| + | New students can get their mathematics and computer science placement results by logging onto SIS. Depending on your interests, goals, and high school preparation, we can recommend the best course(s) in mathematics, statistics and computer science to help you achieve your long- and short-term goals. For more information, ask the chair, Prof. Jill Dietz, ask any MSCS faculty member, or attend an information session during Week One. | ||
| - | ' | + | Here's some basic information on MSCS courses required or recommended for other majors, more detailed information can be found by clicking [[Media:RecommendedCourses.pdf|here]]: |
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| + | <li>Chemistry: requires Calculus 1 and Calculus 2 (more for the ACS major) | ||
| + | <li>Economics: requires Calculus 1 and Statistics for Economics (or Stat 272 plus Econ 385) | ||
| + | <li> Environmental Science: Stats 212 or Stats 272 is one way to fulfill a requirement for the major | ||
| + | <li> Family Studies: recommends a statistics course | ||
| + | <li> Physics: requires Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, and Intro to Differential Equations | ||
| + | <li> Psychology: requires a statistics course (usually Stats 110 or Stats 212) | ||
| + | <li> Sociology/Anthropology: requires Stats 110 | ||
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| - | All game enthusiasts are welcome to come to SC 188 on Wednesday nights at 6:45 PM to play a variety of mathematical and other board games. Past games have included Hawaiian checkers, and Settlers of Catan, to name a few. | ||
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| - | '''3. GRE Review Sessions''' | ||
| - | If you are planning to take the GRE Mathematics Subject test this year, now is the time to review. This fall, Professors Gower and Ufferman will be holding evening review sessions for the GRE math subject test. If you are interested in attending the sessions, please email Eric Ufferman (ufferman@stolaf.edu) by Friday, September 12th. Please indicate which night(s) of the week are best for you, any nights that absolutely do not work, and which date you are taking the test. Please try to be as flexible as possible with scheduling. | ||
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Revision as of 13:38, 2 November 2012
The mathematics program at St. Olaf is nationally recognized for innovative and effective teaching, for scholarship, and for service to the profession. We see mathematics as interesting, important, useful, and appropriate for students with a wide variety of interests. Welcome to our mathematical community.
MSCS Event Calendar
Please click here to view the MSCS event calendar.
Waiting List Form for Math Classes
If you do not see a survey below, you must first login to your St. Olaf e-mail account.
MSCS NEWS
- Textbook Info: All sections of Calculus I and II (Math 120, 126, 128) will use Stewart's Calculus, Early Transcendentals, 7th ed. This is available in print as well as in ebook format. All sections of Linear Algebra (Math 220) will use Poole's Linear Algebra: A Modern Introduction, 3rd ed.
- AQR and Mathematics Placement Information: Please see the information to the left.
- Class of 2012: Among the 2012 graduates were 95 mathematics majors (the 2nd biggest major at the college this year), 31 statistics concentrators, and 13 computer science majors. Read about the students' post graduation plans. Congratulations to the students, parents, and faculty who helped this happen!
- Alumni: View profiles of recent alumni/ae.