Department of Mathematics- Courses

COURSES AVAILABLE

100 Level

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 110	Algebra and Trigonometry	03
MTH 112	Calculus	03

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 123	Vectors, Coordinate Geometry and Statistics	03
MTH 125	Differential Equations and Dynamics	03

200 Level

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 210	Elementary Algebra and Analysis	03
MTH 230	Linear Algebra	03
MTH 212	Real Analysis I	03
MTH 242	Further Analysis	03
MTH 211	Ancillary Mathematics I	03
MTH 215	Social Mathematics	03
MTH 213	Vector Analysis	03
MTH 218	Mathematical Methods I	03
MTH 214	Introduction to Operations Research	03
STA 211	Probability Distribution Theory I	03

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 220	Algebra	03
MTH 222	Real Analysis II	03
MTH 240	Number Theory	03
MTH 228	Mathematical Methods II	03
MTH 223	Dynamics of a particle	03
MTH 227	Introductory Numerical Analysis	03
STA 221	Statistical Inference I	03
MTH 221	Ancillary Mathematics II	03

300 Level

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 310	Abstract Algebra I	03
MTH 332	Topology I	03
MTH 312	Real Analysis III	03
MTH 313	Complex Analysis I	03
MTH 311	History of Mathematics	03
MTH 330	Mathematics Logic	03
MTH 336	Vector Field Theory	03
MTH 315	Dynamics of a rigid body	03
MTH 316	Fluid Dynamics	03
MTH 317	Numerical Linear Algebra	03
STA 312	Probability Distribution Theory II	03
MTH 314	Operations Research	03

SECOND SEMESTER

MTH 320	Abstract Algebra II	03
MTH 340	Differential Geometry	03
MTH 342	Topology II	03
MTH 322	Real Analysis IV	03
MTH 323	Complex Analysis II	03
MTH 328	Mathematical Methods II	03
MTH325	Analytical Dynamics	03
MTH 326	Electricity and Magnetism	03
STA 321	Statistical Inference II	03
MTH 324	Mathematical Modelling	03
MTH 399	Industrial Training	06

400 Level

FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 410	Advanced Linear Algebra	04
MTH 412	Lebsegue measure and Integration	04
MTH 413	Functional Analysis	04
MTH 414	Electromagnetism	04
MTH 415	Quantum Mechanics	04
MTH 416	Viscous Flow	04
MTH 417	Advanced Numerical Analysis	04
MTH 418	Mathematical Methods IV	04
MTH 419	Probability Theory and Stochastic processes	04
MTH 432	Modules	04
MTH 435	Special Relativity	04
MTH 436	Electromagnetism	04
STA 412	Design and Analysis of Experiments	04

SECOND SEMESTER

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MTH 420	Finite Group Theory	04
MTH 422	Normed Spaces (functional Analysis I)	04
MTH 424	Systems Theory	04
MTH 426	Wave Theory	04
MTH 427	Optimization Theory	04
MTH 428	Mathematical Methods V	04
STA 413	Sampling Theory and Survey Methods II	04
MTH 440	Topological Groups (Functional Analysis II)	04
MTH 442	Measure Theory	04
MTH 445	General Relativity	04
MTH 446	Elasticity	04
MTH 499	Reading Course (Project)	06

[A] B.Sc.MATHEMATICS

History of the programme
Mathematics programme was established on November 23, 1970 with specialization in either Pure or Applied in the Institute of Science and Technology (now University of Benin). The programme was one of the foundation programmes with a first batch of 11 students and served about 108 foundation students admitted into Petro-chemical Engineering, Materials Technology, Production Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Metallurgy and Sciences (Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Bio-chemistry, Microbiology and so on) in 1970/71 session.
It is not exaggerated that mathematics has made great contributions throughout the history of the world by supplying mathematical models for the study of physical universe and has become an indispensable tool in disciplines such as Science and Technology, Computer Science and Information Technology, Management Science, Dental, Medicie, Pharmacy and Basic Medical Studies. It is therefore a well-known fact that no phenomena can survive without mathematics and upon this confession; mathematics programme therefore is the bed-rock of the universe. The programme has been reviewed severally to provide models for the new trends to prosecute the acceleration of nation economic development.

Methodology
It is oriented towards teaching of values such as utilitarian (mathematics for everyday life, tool for other subjects and foundation for further study in mathematics.), social (methods of investigation, organization, care of equipment and engineering management and administration, community rights and motivation), cultural (historical background, power of symbolism, models, logic and aesthetic appreciation), and personal (character building and opportunities for stimulating).

Philosophy
In recent times, mathematics has made essential contributions to the design of large systems, especially those so large, complicated and expensive that they cannot be designed by experimental methods alone. Mathematics, by virtue of its extensive applications and the aesthetic appeal of its methods and results, has long held a prominent place particularly in Science and Technology, Managerial Services and Information Technology and generally in education.
Mathematics programme is therefore to:
 Offer a rich, an intensive and accurate perception (about the subject field, behavior and functions of people, physical and life objects, leadership role, appropriate methods for carrying out researches and publications, and self-reliance.)
 Provide sound educational attainment to all students enrolled in the programme.
 Refine mathematical analysis of all requirements of specifications,
 Lay emphasis on specialization in line with the increasing need of mathematical models for Science and Technology in particular and in all sectors in general,
 Produce and accelerate the nation’s scientific, technological and managerial growth and development.
 Produce highly motivated, conscientious and efficient mathematicians for all aspect of humankind, and
 Encourage further the spirit of enquiry and creativity in general.

Objectives
The major objectives of mathematics in the Department of Mathematics, University of Benin, include:
 To produce graduate mathematicians that are sound in mathematics.
 To promote and encourage research in the various areas of mathematics.
 The need of mathematician to see himself as self-reliance and member of an organized team whose collaborative effort is required in order to achieve organization objective.
 To facilitate the education and training of mathematics-models developers
 To provide service courses in mathematics to students of other departments, faculties, and schools whose degree options necessarily require working knowledge of mathematics.
 To continue searching, expanding the scope of applications of mathematics discipline in order to promote and enhance Science and Technology, and in other areas, such as Managerial Sciences, and Information Services, relevant to the needs of the nation.

Admission Requirements:
[A] Four-Year Full Time Degree Programme (UME)
Candidates seeking admission into this programme should possess any of the following qualifications:
(i) At least five Ordinary Level credit passes in WAEC SSCE/GCE/NECO SSCE or
(ii) At least five credit passes in Teachers’ Grade II Certificate Examination (T.C. II) or
(iii) Any of the recognized equivalent at not more than two sittings.
The subjects should include, English Language, Mathematics, and any three of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science.
The University Matriculation Examination (UME) subjects are;
• Use of English
• Mathematics
• Physics and
• any of Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science,
[B] Three-Year Full Time Degree Programme (Direct Entry)
In addition to the UME requirements above, candidates who possess any of the following qualifications may be considered for admission:,
(i) At least two Advanced Level passes in the General Certificate of Education (GCE) or the Higher School Certificate (HSC) or any of the recognized equivalent at not more than two sittings. The subjects should include Mathematics and any of Physics, Chemistry.
(ii) At least a merit level pass in the University of Benin Diploma in any of the following:
(a) Computer Science (DCS)
(b) Science Laboratory Technology, (DSLT)
(c) Analytical and Industrial Chemistry (DAIC)
(d) Mathematics Education (DME)
(e) Computer Engineering (DICE)
(f) Chemical Engineering (DICHE)
(iii) Diploma from other recognized Universities with at least an Upper credit level pass in the areas listed in (ii) above.
(iv) Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with at least an Upper credit level passes in Mathematics/Statistics, Computer Science, or Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) from any recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology.
(v) Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least a lower credit level passes in Mathematics/Statistics, Computer Science, Science Laboratory Technology (STL) from a recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology.
(vi) Nigeria Certificate of Education (NCE) with at least a credit level pass in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry/Computer Science/Geography from a recognized College of Education. In addition candidates should have at least overall credit level pass level or at least a 9-point GPA.
(vii) A Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree certificate in any of the Sciences (Physcis, Chemistry, Geology/Mining, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Optometry, Botany, Zoology, SLT, Statistics, Computer Science and Engineering) with at least 3rd Class Honours.

DISTRIBUTION OF COURSES: [B.Sc] MATHEMATICS

100 LEVEL

FIRST SEMESTER	SECOND SEMESTER
Course Code	Courses Title	Credits	Course Code	Courses Title	Credits
*MTH110	Algebra and Trigonometry	03	*MTH123	Vectors, Coordinate Geometry and Statistics	03
*MTH112	Calculus	03	*MTH125	Differential Equations and Dynamics	03
CHM111	General Chemistry I	03	*CSC120	Introduction to Software Packages	03
*GST111	Use of English I	02	*GST121	Use of English II	02
*GST112	Philosophy and Logic	02	*GST122	Nigerian Peoples and Culture	02
CHM113	Organic Chemistry I	03	*GST123	History & Philosophy of Science	02
BOT111	Diversity of Plants	03	CHM122	General Chemistry II	03
ZOO111	Introduction to Ecology, Genetics and Evolution	04	CHM124	Organic Chemistry II	03
GLY110	Introduction to Geology	03	ZOO123	Functional Zoology	04
PHY109	Practical Physics	02	GLY120	Introduction to Geology	02
PHY111	Mechanics, Thermal Physics and Properties of Matter	03	PHY124	Electromagnetism and Modern Physics	04
PHY113	Vibrations, Waves and Optics	03

*Core courses