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Department of Mathematics
Benedictine University
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Mathematics & Computer Science
Awards 2009
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Chair: Thomas Wangler, Ph.D.
Office phone: 630-829-6550
Email: twangler@ben.edu
Office Location: Birck Hall Room 125
Benedictine University
5700 College Road
Lisle, IL 60532
Janea Franklin, Office Assistant
Email: jfranklin@ben.edu
Phone: (630) 829-6550
Fax: (630) 829-6551
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Welcome to the Benedictine University Department of Mathematics!
The department serves you, the student, several ways. We provide coursework to help you develop the mathematics skills which are of use in your chosen field of study as well as advanced topics in higher level mathematics. We also promote awareness of mathematics through speakers, bulletin boards, and departmental awards, and develop awareness of mathematics-related careers through networking with alumni. You may major or minor in mathematics, with secondary education certification available to majors.
Mathematics Objectives
General education courses in mathematics are designed to develop the quantitative skills you will need as an educated person and for use in other disciplines. The program for math majors is designed to: 1. develop your abilities in logical reasoning and quantative problem solving, 2. teach you the basic techniques and models of the mathematical sciences, and 3. prepare you for graduate study in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, operations research, or computer science, as well as for careers as mathematical analysts, actuarial scientists, and as high school or college teachers.
Technology and Mathematics
At Benedictine University we employ a variety of technological tools to enhance the learning experience. In calculus courses, the software DERIVE is used to provide assistance in graphing and symbolic and numeric calculations. This allows us to work on more practical applications. Some of the other software packages currently used are: ODE Architect in Differential Equations, Geometer's Sketchpad in Modern Geometry, Finite Group Behavior in Abstract Algebra, and MPP and Gyrographics in Calculus, to name a few. Graphing calculator use is encouraged in all classes. In addition to the mathematics and technology, we emphasize writing in order to develop proficiency in clearly communicating mathematical concepts.
Updated March 5, 2010 |
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