Mathematics Mission, Goals, & Objectives

The Department of Mathematical Sciences is dedicated to the ideals of liberal education. We strive to develop in our students enduring fundamental abilities of effective lifelong learning: precise reading, sound reasoning, and clear communication. More than any particular facts or theories, we emphasize that language, logic and understanding are the heart and true power of mathematics. These principles guide the design and implementation of general education and service courses as well as the curricula for our majors.

Mathematics Program Goals and Objectives

Program Goal 1: Students will read technical content with precision for understanding.

• Students will demonstrate precise understanding of new written content.
• Students will identify and explain key entities and assumptions in problem descriptions.

Program Goal 2: Students will synthesize solutions to technical problems in mathematics.

• Students will develop appropriate strategies to solve problems.
• Students will implement chosen strategies to solve problems.
• Students will evaluate the success of problem-solving approaches.

Program Goal 3: Students will communicate technical content with precision and clarity.

• Students will produce clear, precise writing to convey lines of reasoning.
• Students will deliver effective oral presentations of technical content.

For more information on learning goals and outcomes, contact institutionalresearch@lvc.edu.