MAT 374 Actuarial Mathematics

The purpose of this course is to provide the prospective actuary with an understanding of the fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques necessary for this profession. The approach taken in this course is that of problem-solving, with the core material coming from past exams given by the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society. Serves as a preparation for anyone interested in taking the first of these exams. Prerequisites: MAT 201, MAT 240, and MAT 372 or permission of the instructor. Cannot be used as elective credit for the major. Offered as needed.