MATH 496 - Capstone Experience in Mathematics

When Offered: F, S

3 Credit(s)
2 Lecture Hour(s)
2 Lab Hour(s)

The capstone experience in mathematics synthesizes the development of mathematical reasoning and analysis abilities as well as problem solving skills necessary for pursuing a career or graduate education in a mathematics-related discipline. Student will undertake an inquiry-based or exploration-based project involving an area of pure mathematics, applied mathematics or statistics, exhibiting senior level competency in analysis and computation. Requirements for completion include but are not limited to a written project report prepared in LaTeX and an oral presentation, both of which demonstrate critical thinking ability and professionalism and ethics in research.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 320, MATH 340 or STAT 328, and MATH 377.