Information on Math Help and Dept. Resources
| Main Office | Math Course Office | Math Advising Office | MSLC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Math Tower, first floor Hours: 8am - 5pm Phone: 292-4975 |
Old Math Bldg, room 113 Hours: 8-12am, 1-5pm Phone: 292-8470 |
Old Math Bldg, room 250 Hours: 10-4 (M-R), 10-2 (F) Phone: 292-6994 |
148 Cockins Hall Hours: 9-5 Phone: 292-3952 |
Printable Resource/Quick Reference Bookmark
Scheduling
| Get into a closed course | Course Office, MA 113 starting 2nd week of qtr |
| Work conflict | Course Office, MA 113 |
| Change Sections (other than work conflicts) | Course Office, MA 113 starting 2nd week of qtr |
| Drop a Course | Student's College Office |
| Freshman Forgiveness | Student's College Office |
| Repeat a grade of D | Student's College Office |
| Audit a math course | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Drop to a lower course | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Does student need placement test | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Interpretation of results | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Referral for Proficiency (EM) exams | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Schedule tests |
Office of Testing (292-2241 gives menu--press 0)
After obtaining a referral from |
| Instructor's Phone/Office Number | Main Office, Math Tower |
| Instructor's Office Hours | Main Office, Math Tower starting 2nd week of qtr |
| Time/Location of Midterms/Finals | Main Office, Math Tower, or posted outside MA 113 |
| Sample exams for Math 150 and below | See weblink at left |
| List of textbooks for all courses |
See weblink at left |
| Complaints about instructor | Dr. Shapiro (courses <= 150), Dr. Gerlach (courses > 150) or call either at 292-5101 |
| Complaints about previous grade | See Instructor of course |
| Resolve grades of I, EN, * | See Instructor of course |
| Miscellaneous problems/complaints | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
The Mathematics Department statement on calculators and computers:
Students in Math 50 and 75 may use any non-graphing calculator.
Students in Math 104 and higher courses may use any graphing calculator no higher than the TI-84 (Texas Instrument).
Most math courses do not require a computer. Choose one for yourself that suits you best.
Transfer Credit
All Math Transfer Credit Questions - Math Counseling Office
- For further evaluation, students must fax (614-292-0167), email to mathadvisors@math.ohio-state.edu or bring to 250 Math Building (click here for times and location)
- Transfer Credit Report*
- To find your Transfer Credit Report online, go to www.buckeyelink.osu.edu
- Click on “Students” tab
- In "Students", under the "Enrollment and Academic History" heading, click on “Transfer Credit Report” radial button (second button after the Degree Audit)
- Log in with name.nn, run, print using the "Printer Friendly" link
- To find your Transfer Credit Report online, go to www.buckeyelink.osu.edu
- Detailed Syllabi*
- A copy of the transcript
Math Tutoring
- Help with Homework
- More extensive assistance
- Instructional videos/DVD's-Videos/DVD's are available for Math 50, 75 and 104, which correspond to the textbooks. Older videos covering beginning and intermediate algebra and precalculus topics (not by current authors) and an "how to use the graphing calculator" video are also available. See Richard Brown in 148B Cockins Hall.
Study Tips
- How to Study Math - Tips on studying for your math courses
- Books on "How to Write Proofs"
- A Guide to Selecting a Method of Proof
- The Thirteen Steps to a Good Grade In Math - Steps towards completing a Math course successfully
- Differences in How to Study in College vs. High School
- College Survival Tips - Tips for all students from successful students
- SELF STUDY- The Schaum's Outlines for mathematics are an excellent resource for self study. It is possible to begin a review with basic arithmetic and carry it through calculus. These outlines are reasonably priced and are available in the campus area bookstores.
| Requirements for Math Major/Minor | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Math Career Opportunities Information |
Math Counseling Office, MA 250 or Email Cynthia Thomas or See Career Services, 48 Townshend Hall |
| Requirements for Actuarial Sciences | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| Questions about old OSU Courses | Math Counseling Office, MA 250 |
| "Math Anxiety" & Test Taking Strategies | Counseling & Consultation, 4th fl. Younkin Success Center, 1640 Neil Ave, 292-5766 |
| Books on Math Anxiety | Available in paperback at most book stores |
| Math Learning Disabilities | Office for Disability Services 150 Pomerene Hall, 1760 Neil Ave., 292-3307 |
Last updated by Diana DeVol Bev... on 10/28/09