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PH. D. COURSE.
In Pure Mathematics advanced work will be given in the Modern
Higher Geometry, Analytical Geometry, the Infinitesimal Calculus, Higher
Algebra and Quaternions.
In Mixed Mathematics the student is required to pursue an extended
course of reading under the instruction and guidance of the Professor on the
applications of the Differential and Integral Calculus to Mechanics, Physical
Astronomy, and selected portions of Physics. A diploma of graduation is conferred
in Mixed Mathematics.
Text-Books.—Price's Infinitesimal Calculus, Vols. II. and III.; Cheyne's Planetary
Theory.
Candidates for the Ph. D. degree who elect Mathematics will be assigned
work in both directions. If Mathematics is the chief of the two studies elected
the course will extend over two years.
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