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Mathematics
If you would like to tackle the challenge of
minoring in mathematics, then
Montreat's environment where personal attention to the student is the norm could be just
the place for you. We will provide you with
the opportunity to integrate mathematics and technology. Students will learn skills in problem solving,
increase ability to accurately interpret and communicate mathematical results, and become
more aware of mathematics applications in multidisciplinary endeavors.
Mathematicians find numerous career opportunities in areas such as: Academia, Actuarial
Science, Computer, Science, Engineering, Finance, Government, Industry, Operations,
Research, Statistics, Biostatistics, etc.
Mathematics Curriculum
For a minor in Mathematics the following courses are required:
- Calculus With Analytic Geometry I, II, & III
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6 additional hours at the 300-400 level
Mathematics Faculty
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Lloyd Davis
- M.S., Miami University
(Physics)
- B.A. in Physics from Miami University
- Additional graduate study in physics at University of
Kentucky; Kent State
University, and Texas A&M University (Nuclear Engineering).
- Additional graduate study
in mathematics at Western Carolina University.
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Teaching
Experience
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Professor of
Physics/Mathematics at Montreat College for the last 24 years
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Physics/Mathematics
teacher at Dayton Christian Schools, Dayton, OH for 3 years
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Professor of
Physics/Mathematics at Kent State University, Regional Campuses for 5
years
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Professor of Physics at
Asbury College for 2 years.
Affiliations
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American Association of
Physics Teachers (local and national)
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American Scientific
Affiliation (Christians in Science)
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Association of Christians
in the Mathematical Sciences
Areas of
Academic Interest
Recreational
Activities
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GRANDPARENTING!!!
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Hiking
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Travel
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Sports fan
Teaching
Philosophy
Since
the subjects that I teach tend to be some of the most challenging for many
students, I try to “get the hay down out of the loft where the cows can
get to it.” By that I mean
that I strive to find ways to explain and illustrate the material that
help the student grasp it so that they can have a genuine Ah Ha!
experience. I also want
students to appreciate the mathematics that God has built into his
creation as well as what that says about our God.
“All truth is God’s truth” and can/should be pursued to his
glory.
Feelings
on Montreat
Montreat
is a special place where students are encouraged to think Christianly
about everything that they do. Both
in the classroom and out faculty and students wrestle with what it means
to be a Christian in the various disciplines.
God has revealed himself in his creation and in the scriptures.
We in science have the opportunity to study nature for what it can
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