Acadia University Online Course Catalog

2010 - 2011

Mathematics and Statistics

Department School Year

* Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1013 and 1613; however students who have taken Math 1613 and are subsequently transferring to a Math/Stats major, may use this course as a science elective. NB. Math 1613 is a terminal course. Students wanting to take further math courses must take Math 1013/1023 instead.
* Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1213/1223, Math 2213/2223, Math 2233/2243, and Econ 2613/2623; however, students who have taken Math 1213/1223 or 2233/2243 and are subsequently transferring to the Math/Stats major, may use these courses as science electives. NB. Econ 2613 cannot be offered for credit by Math/Stats majors.
* Credit can be obtained for only one of Math 1313, 1413, and 1503; or Math 1323 and 1333; or Math 2013 and 2753; or Math 2023 and 2723.
* Math 0110, 0120 are non-credit courses.
* Math 1213/1223 cannot be offered for credit by any student registered in a science program, except for those in nutrition or psychology.
* Mathematics students having taken calculus, do not need to take Econ 3613 in order to take Econ 4613.
* All prerequisites in the descriptions of 3000 and 4000 level courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
* Math 1013 X0 is a TWO semester section of Introductory Calculus 1. This section includes a review of topics from pre-calculus. Permission of the department is required.


Course Title Offered in 2010
F/W INT COR Last Offered
MATH 0110 PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS Yes   Yes 2011-F/W
Topics from high school mathematics. This course serves as a prerequisite for courses that require NS Grades 11 and 12 Academic Math or their equivalent. Prereq: with permission of the instructor
MATH 0120 ADVANCED PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS Yes   Yes 2011-F/W
Topics from pre-calculus mathematics. This course serves as a prerequisite for courses that require NS Grades 11 and 12 Advanced Mathematics and Precalculus or their equivalents. Prereq: with permission of the instructor
MATH 1013 INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS 1 Yes     2011-F/W
Limits, tangent lines and derivatives. Applications of the derivative to rates, extrema and curve sketching. The definite integral and its application to determining area. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: 60% or better in NS Precalculus (or equiv) OR 60% or better in Math 0120. Satisfactory performance in diagnostic test is additionally required.
MATH 1023 INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS 2 Yes Yes   2011-F/W
Exponentials and logarithms, techniques of integration, volumes and arc length, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, polar coordinates. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: Math 1013. It is strongly recommended that Math 1013 be completed in the previous semester.
MATH 1213 STATS:BUSINESS/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 1 Yes     2011-F/W
Descriptive statistics, exploratory data analysis, correlation, least squares line, probability, random variables, normal distribution, sampling distributions, estimation and confidence intervals, elementary hypothesis testing, one-way analysis of variance using nonparametric and parametric tests. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: NS Grade 11 Academic or Advanced Math OR Math 0110 Note: Credit cannot be obtained for both Econ 2613 and Math 1213.
MATH 1223 STATS:BUSINESS/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 2 Yes     2011-F/W
Binomial distribution and normal approximation to the Binomial, hypothesis testing and non-parametric inference for one and two populations, goodness-of-fit and contingency tables, one-way analysis of variance and multiple comparisons; block designs; Friedman test; further topics in regression. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: Math 1213
MATH 1313 FOUNDATIONS Yes     2011-F/W
Topics may include: Number systems. Complex numbers and De Moivre's theorem. Base arithmetic. Sets, set operations. Methods of proof, logic, truth tables, and quantifiers. Permutations and combinations. The binomial theorem. Relations and functions. One-to-one and onto mappings. Basic number theory. Equivalence relations. Congruences. Simple codes. Graph theory. Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic or Advanced Math (or equiv) OR 60% or better in each of NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic Math (or equiv)
MATH 1323 MATRIX ALGEBRA Yes     2011-F/W
Systems of linear equations, matrices, vectors in two and three dimensions, row reduction and echelon forms, linear independence and span, linear transformations, matrix operations, Invertible Matrix Theorem, subspaces, determinants, Cramer's Rule, eigenvectors and eigenvalues; a computational approach, with applications. Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic or Advanced Math (or equiv); OR Math 0120
MATH 1333 INTRODUCTION TO LINEAR ALGEBRA Yes     2011-F/W
Systems of linear equations, matrices, vectors, row reduction and echelon forms, linear independence and span, linear transformations, matrix operations, Invertible Matrix Theorem, elementary matrices, LU Decomposition, subspaces, determinants and multilinear functions, Cramer's Rule, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, geometry of vector spaces, Singular Value Decomposition if time permits; a proof-based approach, with applications. Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic or Advanced Math (or equiv); OR Math 0120
MATH 1413 DISCRETE MATHEMATICS Yes   Yes 2011-F/W
Logic, techniques of proof, mathematical induction, sets, relations and and functions, equivalence relations and partial orders, matrix arithmetic, solutions of systems of linear equations. Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Advanced Math and Pre-calculus (or equiv) and computer science enrolment
MATH 1503 CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS Yes     2010-F/W
This course is designed to give students a measure of insight into modern mathematics, especially those looking forward to a career in elementary education. Topics will include propositional logic, number systems, calculus of sets, solution of equations and inequalities, and geometry. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of the various concepts that are introduced. Science students, business students, and economics students and mathematics and statistics majors may not receive credit for this course.
MATH 1513 TRUTH IN NUMBERS Yes     2011-F/W
The mathematical and statistical applications that appear in day-to-day media are discussed. Topics may include elections, fair division, climate change, environment, public health, epidemiology, finances, google searches, cryptography, and polls, and will be based on stories in the media. The course will teach numeracy skills to understand these topics. The course cannot be used to meet the Mathematical requirement for Math or other Science majors.
MATH 1613 GEN LINEAR ALGEBRA CALC:BUSI/ECON Yes Yes Yes 2011-F/W
Linear equations and their graphs. Systems of linear equations and linear inequalities. Polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions. Vector and matrix algebra. Derivatives and optimization. Applications to business and economics are integrated throughout the course. Emphasis is on understanding how problems are formulated mathematically and on interpretation of mathematically-expressed real-world problems. Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic or Advanced Math (or equiv) OR Math 0120. Satisfactory performance in diagnostic test may be additionally required.
MATH 2013 ADVANCED CALCULUS Yes     2011-F/W
Functions of several variables. Partial differentiation and applications. Vectors in R² and R³. Multiple and iterated integrals. Polar coordinates, spherical and cylindrical coordinates and multiple integrals. Change of variable in multiple integrals. Vector-valued functions and vector calculus. (3hr lecture, 1.5 hr studio) Prereq: Math 1023 with C- or better
MATH 2023 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS I Yes     2011-F/W
First order differential equations, second order differential equations with constant and variable coefficients, introduction to systems of differential equations and phase plane analysis, series solutions, boundary value problems, Laplace transforms. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: Math 1023
MATH 2213 APPL PROBABILITY SCI/ENGI Yes     2011-F/W
Descriptive statistics, combinatorics, probability spaces, random variables, probability modeling, discrete and continuous distributions, joint distributions, covariance, correlation, sampling distributions, central limit theorem, simple linear regression. (4.5h lecture/studio combined) Prereq: Math 1023
MATH 2223 APPLIED STATISTICS FOR SCIENCE Yes     2011-F/W
Estimation, confidence intervals, testing hypotheses, non-parametric methods, goodness of fit, regression, analysis of variance. (4.5h lecture/studio combined) Prereq: Math 2213
MATH 2233 STATISTICS FOR LIFE SCIENCES 1 Yes     2011-F/W
Exploratory data analysis, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, sampling distributions, estimation confidence intervals, hypothesis testing. This course is restricted to students in biology, environmental science, computer science, nutrition, and psychology. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: NS Grade 11 and 12 Academic or Advanced Math OR Math 0120. Biology students require second year standing or permission from the Department Head.
MATH 2243 STATISTICS FOR LIFE SCIENCES 2 Yes     2011-F/W
Parametric and non-parametric inference for one and two populations, chi-square tests for goodness of fit, independence and homogeneity, simple linear regression, experimental design and analysis of variance. (3h lecture, 1.5h studio) Prereq: Math 2233 with C- or better
MATH 2313 LINEAR ALGEBRA 2 Yes     2011-F/W
Abstract vector spaces, subspaces including null space and column space, linear transformations, coordinate systems, dimension, rank, change of basis, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, characteristic equation, diagonalization, inner product and orthogonality, orthogonal projections, Gram-Schmidt algorithm, inner product spaces, quadratic forms, Cayley-Hamilton Theorem. Prereq: Math 1323 or 1333
MATH 2433 GRAPH THEORY/ALGEBRAIC STRUCTURES Yes     2010-F/W
Graphs and trees with application to computer science, number theory, monoids, semi-groups, groups and homomorphisms with application to computer science, formal languages, finite state automata, and Turing machines. Prereq: Math 1413 or 1313
MATH 2723 INTRO DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS Yes     2011-F/W
First order differential equations, separation of variables, exact differential equations, integrating factors, second order differential equations with constant coefficients, general solutions, non-homogeneous equations, applications, equations with variable coefficients, series solutions, Laplace transforms. (4.5h lecture) Prereq: Math 1023
MATH 2753 MULTIVARIATE CALCULUS FOR APPL SCI Yes     2011-F/W
Topics will include systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, vectors in 2- and 3- space. Functions of several variables, partial derivatives. Vector-valued functions, space curves, arc length, curvature. Multiple and iterated integrals in rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. Scalar and vector fields, line integrals, calculus of vector functions. (4.5h lecture) Prereq: Math 1023
MATH 3013 STUDIES IN MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS 1 Yes     2010-F/W
Study of a particular topic in mathematics or statistics. Prereq: 6h Math at 2000 level with C- or better and permission of department
MATH 3023 STUDIES IN MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS 2       -
Study of a particular topic in mathematics or statistics. Prereq: 6h Math at 2000 level with C- or better and permission of department
MATH 3213 PROBABILITY       2011-F/W
Elementary set theory, outcome spaces, probability spaces, laws of probability (discrete and continuous), independence, conditionality, random variables, random vectors, distributions of functions of random variables, moments and moment generating functions, special distributions, law of large numbers, central limit theorem. Prereq: Math 2013, 2223
MATH 3233 REGRESSION Yes     2010-F/W
An introduction to the methodology and theory involved in multi-linear regression. Topics include variable selection, indicator variables, correlation analysis and general linear hypothesis testing. Prereq: Math 1323 or permission of dept. and Math 2223
MATH 3253 NONPARAMETRIC STAT INFERENCE Yes     2010-F/W
Nonparametric statistical inference and statistical methods based on ranks. Topics include: rank and sign tests, linear rank statistics, nonparametric analysis of variance, measures of concordance, relative power and efficiency. Prereq: Math 2223
MATH 3263 SAMPLING THEORY Yes     2010-F/W
Statistical surveys, simple random sampling, sampling proportions and percentages, estimation of sample size, ratio and regression estimators, stratified random sampling, cluster sampling, probability sampling. Prereq: Math 2223
MATH 3273 DESIGN & ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENTS       2011-F/W
Single and multi-factor analysis of variance, fixed and random effects models, analysis of co-variance, experimental design, including randomized block designs, balanced incomplete block designs, and factorial designs. Other topics may include repeated measures, split plot designs, response surface models, and fractional factorial designs. Prereq: Math 2223 with a minimum of C-
MATH 3283 TIME SERIES       2011-F/W
Seasonal effects, trends, descriptive methods. Stochastic processes, moving average and autoregressive processes. Autocorrelation. Model fitting and Box Jenkins models. Forecasting. Regression based procedures. Prereq: Math 2223 or permission of dept.
MATH 3293 APPLIED MULTIVARIATE STATISTICS Yes     2010-F/W
Topics include: descriptive and graphical methods, multivariate normal, principal components, factor analysis, canonical correlations. Cluster analysis, multidimensional scaling, discriminant analysis. Prereq: Math 2223
MATH 3303 ALGEBRA 1 Yes     2010-F/W
Modern mathematics with emphasis on the fundamental concepts and structures of algebra. Introduction to groups, rings and fields. Topics including homomorphisms, isomorphisms, quotient structures, finite fields. Prereq: Math 2313
MATH 3343 COMBINATORICS Yes     2010-F/W
The basic concepts and problems in combinatorial analysis, with applications. Topics include enumeration, selections and arrangements, distributions, binomial identities, Stirling numbers, recurrence relations, generating functions, inclusion-exclusion, Polya's theorem, designs. Prereq: Math 2213
MATH 3413 NUMERICAL METHODS Yes     2010-F/W
Floating point computation, errors and their propagation, linear systems of equations, nonlinear equations, interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration. The solution of mathematical problems on a computer forms an integral part of the course. Prereq: Math 1023 and one of 1323 or 1333 or 1413
MATH 3513 NUMBER THEORY       2011-F/W
The basic concepts and problems of number theory. Topics included are properties of integers, divisibility and primes; congruences, power residues and quadratic reciprocity; Diophantine equations. Prereq: Math 2313 or permission of the instructor
MATH 3533 REAL ANALYSIS 1 Yes     2011-F/W
Set theory, countability, the real number system, sequences, limits, series, functions, continuity, point set topology on the real line, the Riemann Integral, differentiation. Prereq: Math 2013 or 2753
MATH 3543 COMPLEX VARIABLES       2011-F/W
Complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary functions; contour integrals, Cauchy integral formula, maximum modulus theorem, series, residues and poles, conformal mapping; applications. Prereq: Math 2023 or 2753
MATH 3573 HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS       2003-F/W
A study of the history of mathematics from the seventeenth century onward, with particular emphasis being placed on the shift from classical methods to the more abstract modern setting. Topics covered may include: the vibrating string, Cauchy and the definition of limits, the origins of set theory, non-Euclidean geometry, the development of group theory from Lagrange to Klein and Lie. Prereq: one of Math 2013 or 2753, and one of Math 2023 or 2723
MATH 3603 OPER RESEARCH 1:PROGRAMING/NETWORKS       2011-F/W
This course will provide an overview of the operational research modelling approach, and focuses on deterministric mathematical programming. Topics may include linear programming, transportation and assignment problems, network methods, integer programming, and nonlinear programming. Prereq: Math 2313 and either Math 2013 or 2753
MATH 3633 OPER RESEARCH 2:STOCHASTIC MODELS Yes     2010-F/W
This course will focus on stochastic modelling. Topics may include decision analysis, simulation, recurrent events such as birth and death processes, Markov processes, queuing theory and waiting line models, and inventory control. Prereq: Math 2223, 2313
MATH 3713 ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS II Yes     2011-F/W
Topics include systems of linear differential equations, Sturm-Liouville problems, orthogonal functions, Fourier series, dynamical systems, nonlinear systems. Prereq: Math 2023 or 2723
MATH 4013 TOPICS IN MATH AND STATS 1 Yes     2010-F/W
Senior-level study of a particular topic in mathematics or statistics. Prereq: 6h Math at 3000 level with C- or better, and permission of dept.
MATH 4023 TOPICS IN MATH AND STATS 2       2011-F/W
Senior-level study of a particular topic in mathematics or statistics. Prereq: 6h Math at 3000 level with C- or better, and permission of dept.
MATH 4213 MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS       2011-F/W
Sampling distributions, elementary decision theory, estimation, testing hypotheses. Prereq: Math 3213
MATH 4223 GENERALIZED LINEAR MODELS Yes     2010-F/W
Review of least squares linear regression and maximum likelihood estimation. Generalized linear models, including binomial (logistic) regression, Poisson regression, contingency tables and log-linear models. Other topics in regression modelling such as survival analysis. Prereq: two of Math 3213, 3233, 3253, 3263, 3273, 3283, 3293
MATH 4233 STATISTICAL CONSULTING       2011-F/W
The course aims to develop broad guidelines for a comprehensive approach to data analysis. Topics include data preparation, outlier detection and exploratory data analysis. Criteria for the selection of suitable methodologies are discussed as well as model validation methods and empirical evaluations methods. The course will be based largely on case studies. Prereq: 6h from Math 3233, 3253, 3263, 3273, 3293; Coreq: 3h statistics course from the above list
MATH 4323 ALGEBRA 2 Yes     2010-F/W
Group theory, fields, field extensions, leading to Galois theory. Prereq: Math 3303
MATH 4333 CRYPTOGRAPHY       2011-F/W
This course is an introduction to modern cryptographic techniques and their mathematical foundations. Review of elementary number theory and algebra; classical cryptosystems; encryption standards; public key cryptosystems; digital signatures. Elliptic curve cryptography and quantum cryptography may be included. Prereq: Math 3303 or 3513
MATH 4343 GRAPH THEORY       2011-F/W
Isomorphism, classes of graphs, vertex degrees, graphics sequences, properties of trees, spanning trees, decompositions, Eulerian graphs, Hamilton graphs, matchings and factorizations including Hall's Theorem, connectivity, graph colouring, planar graphs including Euler's Formula, extremality, optimization. Prereq: Math 2313 and a Math 3000/4000 level course either taken previously or concurrently
MATH 4423 ADVANCED NUMERICAL METHODS       2009-F/W
Numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution of differential equations, optimization. The solution of problems on a computer forms an integral part of the course. Prereq: Math 3413 and enrolment in one 3000-level mathematics and statistics course
MATH 4513 INTRODUCTORY TOPOLOGY Yes     2010-F/W
Topological spaces; closure, interior, and boundary; bases; mappings and continuity; compactness and covering; connectedness; product spaces; metric spaces; completeness; applications. Prereq: Math 3533
MATH 4523 MEASURE & INTEGRATION       2004-F/W
Measurable sets. Lebesgue and Stieltjes integrals in Rn and abstract spaces. Selected applications. Prereq: Math 3533
MATH 4553 REAL ANALYSIS 2       2011-F/W
A continuation of 3533. Topics include integration, infinite series and power series, convergence in Rn, topology in Rn, continuity and differentiability for multivariate functions, implicit and inverse function theorems, extra topics such as Fourier series if time permits. Prereq: Math 3533
MATH 4623 DISCRETE AND COMB OPTIMIZATION       -
The course emphasizes practical algorithms in discrete optimization. It provides an introduction to polyhedral theory and complexity theory. Topics in general integer programming include facets and strong valid inequalities, Langrangean relaxation and duality, and analysis of general-purpose algorithms such as branch and bound and cutting plane algorithms. Prereq: Math 3603
MATH 4753 PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS Yes     2010-F/W
Topics may include linear second order partial differential equations (parabolic, elliptic, and hyperbolic), separation of variables, eigenfunction expansion, Fourier series, method of characteristics, non-linear waves. Prereq: Math 3713 and either Math 2013 or 2753
MATH 4763 SIGNAL APPROXIMATION/ANALYSIS       2006-F/W
Approximation theory, Fourier analysis, wavelet analysis, discrete signal processing, applications to audio and image processing and coding. Prereq: Math 2313 and 3533
MATH 4773 FLUID DYNAMICS Yes     2011-F/W
Topics may include the Navier-Stokes equations, streamlines, circulation, vorticity, irrotational flow, potential flow, laminar flow, gravity waves, dimensional analysis, geophysical fluid dynamics, turbulence, hydrodynamic instability. Prereq/Coreq: Math 4753 or permission of instructor
MATH 4913 HONOURS PROJECT       2011-F/W
A honours project in mathematics or statistics to be completed in conjunction with the honours student's advisor. An oral report (seminar) and a written report on the project are required in the second term. Prereq: at least third year standing in the honours program
MATH 4996 HONOURS THESIS Yes     2011-F/W
 

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