Minor in Mathematics
This minor is open to students from all majors.
Educational objectives
The objective of the mathematics minor is to provide students with a strong background in the skills of logic, reasoning, and critical thinking. More precisely the objectives aim to:
- Cover basic topics of a major in mathematics and supplements the students with elective courses from various mathematical fields.
- Provide courses designed for students who plan to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree in mathematics or a graduate degree in Education with an emphasis in Math.
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete the mathematics minor will be able to:
- Exhibit an understanding of the nature of mathematics
- Reason with abstract concepts
- Follow complex mathematical arguments and develop their own mathematical arguments.
Curriculum
The following courses totaling 21 credits are recommended for the Minor in Mathematics.
Mathematical core requirements (12 credits)
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| MTH201 | Calculus III | 3 |
| MTH207 | Discrete Structures I | 3 |
| MTH301 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH311 | Abstract Algebra | 3 |
| or | ||
| MTH401 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 3 |
Mathematics electives: (9 credits)
Students ought to complete successfully at least one course from each of the following two lists of courses:
List 1:
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| MTH302 | Geometry | 3 |
| MTH308 | Number Theory | 3 |
| MTH403 | Introduction to Topology | 3 |
| MTH303 | Numerical Methods | 3 |
| MTH305 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| MTH311 | Abstract Algebra | 3 |
| or | ||
| MTH401 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 3 |
List 2:
| Number | Course | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| MTH304 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| MTH306 | Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos | 3 |
| MTH309 | Graph Theory | 3 |
| MTH307 | Discrete Structures II | 3 |
| MTH206 | Calculus IV | 3 |
Duration
This program requires 21 credits. The duration will vary depending on how many of those courses can be counted as part of your major courses. Make sure to consult with your advisor.
Location
This minor is offered in Beirut and Byblos.