The language of the universe and the only truly common global language, mathematics is the cornerstone of any science. We use math every day to build bridges, solve crimes, identify new drugs and search the cosmos for intelligent life. The TROY mathematics program exposes students to a wide variety of mathematical specialties, preparing them for continued study or placement in the workplace in areas such as programming, statistical management, and more.
Department of Mathematics and Geomatics
Mission
The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Geomatics at Troy University supports the University’s commitment to academic excellence by providing educational programs and courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional, and emerging electronic formats. Our dedicated faculty prepares students for successful careers in mathematical, scientific, and technological fields, while also providing students with a solid foundation for success at the graduate level. Our department integrates the specialized knowledge necessary to obtain professional certification in a variety of fields. In addition, our department gives vital service to all Troy University students through delivery of courses which satisfy the general studies requirements.
Our devoted faculty provides students with sound instruction by promoting discovery, use of technology, faculty-mentored research experiences, exploration of knowledge and its application to life-long success. Our department supports the continued professional growth and scholarship of our faculty members, which, in turn, benefits the students and the university. With our professional organizations and honor society, we promote the professional involvement, community, development, and growth of our students, which provides them with a rich college experience.
The curriculum in the Mathematics Major prepares graduates for successful and exciting careers in business, government, industry, and continued study in graduate school. The curriculum includes theoretical and applied courses. For students seeking careers in secondary mathematics education, the Mathematics Major is coupled with a major in education in a curriculum that leads to certification for teaching. Troy University’s teacher education programs are accredited by NCATE.
These programs in mathematics emphasize attention to each student and feature small classes, quality instruction by a well-qualified faculty with diverse mathematical backgrounds, effective advising, a departmental Math Club, weekly seminars, and free tutoring. In addition, the Department has a computer lab equipped with the latest mathematics software including the computer algebra system Maple along with MATLAB and Geometer’s Sketchpad.
