Courses Taught

Professor Malvina Baica, Ph.D.

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Professor Malvina Baica, Ph.D.

Discover the academic profile of Dr. Malvina Baica, including the university courses she taught along with her approach to teaching and classroom experience.

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Teaching Approach & Background

During her tenure in the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Dr. Malvina Baica taught a wide spectrum of courses, ranging from first-year calculus to upper-level modern algebra and algorithmic number theory.

Department of Mathematical & Computer Sciences

The mathematics and computer science courses listed below reflect the curriculum she delivered.

  • MATH 452 / 652 – Abstract Algebra: Covers groups, rings, fields, integral domains, and algebraic structures.
  • MATH 355 – Number Theory: Examines divisibility, prime modular arithmetic, Diophantine equations, and Euclidean algorithms.
  • MATH 353 – Linear Algebra: Addresses vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices, determinants, and eigenvalues.
  • MATH 253 / 254 – Calculus and Analytic Geometry I & II: Introduces differential calculus, integral methods, series, and analytic coordinate systems.
  • MATH 280 – Discrete Mathematics: Focuses on proof strategies, relations, graph theory, and combinatorics.
  • COMPSCI 171 – Introduction to Programming: Builds algorithmic logic, control flow, and computational problem-solving skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which department did Professor Baica teach at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater?
She was a faculty member in the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where her courses ranged from foundational calculus to advanced modern algebra and algorithmic number theory.
At what course levels did Professor Baica teach?
She taught both undergraduate and graduate students, from entry-level courses like Calculus and Analytic Geometry and Introduction to Programming up to advanced and graduate offerings such as Abstract Algebra (MATH 452 / 652).
Did Professor Baica teach subjects beyond pure mathematics?
Yes. Alongside mathematics courses such as Number Theory, Linear Algebra, and Discrete Mathematics, she also taught COMPSCI 171, Introduction to Programming, in the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences.
Which course addressed groups, rings, and fields?
Abstract Algebra (MATH 452 / 652) examined groups, rings, fields, integral domains, and algebraic structures.
Where can I read Professor Baica's research and publications?
A selection of her mathematical publications and research papers appears on the Publications page, while her academic appointments and education are outlined on the Curriculum Vitae page.
Publications Curriculum Vitae

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From foundational calculus and discrete mathematics to abstract algebra and number theory, the courses above trace the breadth of Professor Baica's teaching in the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences. Her research papers and full academic record are available on the Publications and Curriculum Vitae pages.