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Course Descriptions
Mathematics
Course # | Course Title | Hours |
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MAT 021 | Support for College Algebra | 1 Hours |
This course may be taken concurrently with MAT 121, College Algebra. Background topics that are necessary for the student to complete MAT 121 successfully will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on fractions, algebraic expressions, radicals, exponents, polynomials, factoring, and rational expressions. Other topics, at the discretion of the instructor, may be visited to support success in College Algebra. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement score AND concurrent enrollment in MAT 121.
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MAT 040 | Support for Elementary Stats | 1 Hours |
A course to support General Education Statistics (IAI M1902). Math skills necessary for the successful completion of MAT 240 will be reviewed. Emphasis will be on number sense, decimal, and percent relationships, reading graphs and charts, and linear equations. Other topics may be visited, as necessary, to support success in elementary statistics. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement score AND concurrent enrollment in MAT 240.
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MAT 078 | Prep. Math for Non-STEM Majors | 4 Hours |
This course is to prepare students for college-level liberal arts math, technical math, or general statistics courses through content that is relevant for non-STEM majors. Topics in this course incorporate real-life applications while teaching prealgebra, numerical, algebraic, geometric, and measurement concepts; along with an introduction to probability and statistics. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement score.
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MAT 090 | Prep Math/College Algebra/Geom | 4 Hours |
This course is designed for students who need to prepare for college algebra or who need a review of algebra fundamentals. It covers key topics, including the real number system, simplifying expressions, solving and graphing linear equations, linear inequalities, problem-solving, solving systems of linear equations, exponent properties, polynomials, factoring, and simplifying rational expressions. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement score
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MAT 106 | Applied Mathematics | 3 Hours |
Applied mathematics is a fundamental course for students in technical and career programs. The course includes fundamental mathematics, algebra, geometry, right triangle trigonometry, business mathematics, and statistical concepts which are applied to the solution of practical problems. Scientific notation, metrics and use of the calculator are also covered. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 075 or MAT 078 (or higher), OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 110 | Math for Elementary Teachers I | 3 Hours |
The emphasis of this course is placed on mathematical reasoning and problem-solving as it pertains to modern elementary school mathematics. Topics include sets & logic, basic problem solving, number theory, fractions, decimals, integers, ratios, proportions and percent, and the real number system. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 081 or MAT 090 OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 111 | Math for Elementary Teacher II | 3 Hours |
This course is a continuation of MAT 110. Topics include algebraic thinking, introductory probability, statistics, measurement, geometry, and transformations. Prerequisite: MAT 110 with a grade of C or higher.
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MAT 112 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 Hours |
This course develops conceptual understanding, problem-solving, decision-making, and analytic skills dealing with quantities, their magnitudes, and interrelationships using technology. The topics of numbers, algebra, measurement, and data analysis will be covered, emphasizing modeling using linear and exponential functions. Students will cultivate critical thinking skills, including logical reasoning, estimation, and the assessment of validity. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 078 or MAT 081 or MAT 090; OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 115 | Principles of Modern Math | 3 Hours |
This course includes the investigation of the key ideas in contemporary mathematics. In-depth, three or four topics will be studied, with at least three chosen from the following list: geometry, combinatorics and probability, graph theory, logic and set theory, mathematics of finance, and statistics. These topics are taught with an emphasis on problem-solving. This course serves as a general education mathematics course for liberal arts majors. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 078 or MAT 081 or MAT 090; OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 121 | College Algebra | 4 Hours |
Topics extended to the college level include: real numbers, exponents and radicals, polynomials and factoring, fractional expressions, equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, conic sections, and systems of equations and inequalities. New topics include: zeros of polynomial functions, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, sequences, and the Binomial Theorem. This course requires a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 081 or MAT 090 (or higher) OR concurrent enrollment
in MAT 021 OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 122 | Trigonometry | 3 Hours |
This course consists of an elementary survey of trigonometry and its applications. Topics include a review of prereq topics, radian measure and the unit circle, trigonometric functions and their graphs, and inverse trigonometric functions. Also included are trigonometric identities and equations, the solution of right and oblique triangles, vectors, and a review of exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 121 or higher OR appropriate placement.
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MAT 150 | Computer Prog Math & Engineer | 3 Hours |
The syntax of a high-level programming language is studied and applied to problems in mathematics, science and engineering. An emphasis is placed on the structured development of algorithms to solve these problems. The programming language features that lend themselves to problems in these areas such as special variable types, library and user defined functions, and subprograms are dealt with in more detail. Applications involving methods of finding roots of functions, numerical techniques of integration and differentiation, vector and matrix operations included. Prerequisite: MAT 203 with a grade of C or better.
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MAT 203 | Calculus & Analytic Geometry I | 4 Hours |
The elementary concepts of differential and integral calculus are introduced and applications are discussed. These include limits, continuity, the derivative, rules of differentiation, the indefinite and definite integral. Trigonometric functions are dealt with. Some applications are: related rates, graphing, extreme value problems, and Newton's method for finding roots of equations. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 121, College Algebra, AND MAT 122, Trigonometry OR appropriate
placement (see current placement score chart)
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MAT 204 | Calc & Analytic Geometry II | 4 Hours |
The methods of differentiation and integration are extended and power series are introduced. The new methods deal with: logarithms, exponential, hyperbolic and inverse trigonometric functions. Some applications are: area between two curves, volumes of revolution, arc length, and work. The techniques of integration by parts, partial fractions, trigonometric substitution and numerical integration are covered. Power series and the Taylor series function representation are introduced. Prerequisite: MAT 203 with a grade of C or higher.
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MAT 205 | Calc & Analytic Geometry III | 4 Hours |
The elementary ideas concerning conic sections, polar curves, and vector-valued and multivariate functions are covered. These topics include: area, arc length and tangents for polar curves. In addition, vectors, vector derivatives, curvature and motion in two and three space are studied. The multivariate concepts of differentiability, partial differentiation, gradient vectors, LaGrange multipliers, finding relative extreme values, and multiple integration are studied. The course also includes material on vector fields, line integrals, independence of path, Green's Theorem, surface integrals, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes's Theorem. Prerequisite: MAT 204 with a grade of C or higher.
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MAT 211 | Differential Equations | 3 Hours |
This course is an introduction to methods of solving differential equations as well as applications of differential equations to physical problems. The methods for solving first-order differential equations include: numerical techniques, separation of variables, substitution methods, exact equation techniques, and identification of integrating factors. Also, some types of higher order equations will be explored, including application problems. Linear independence and the Wronskian of higher order equations will be covered. Methods for solving second-order homogeneous and non-homogeneous equations include the methods of undetermined coefficients, reduction of order, and variation of parameters. At least two of the following topics will be covered in depth: LaPlace transforms, power series methods, partial differential equations and Fourier series, systems of linear differential equations, further numerical methods and non-cursory treatment of other advanced topics. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 204, Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
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MAT 220 | Finite Mathematics | 3 Hours |
A study of some major topics in finite mathematics: interest, annuities, matrix theory, matrix operations, solutions of systems of inequalities, linear programming by graphing and Simplex methods, principles of counting and probability. Applications of these topics in business management, economics, social science, and natural science are included. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 121 OR appropriate placement (see current placement chart)
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MAT 221 | Calc for Bus & Soc Science | 4 Hours |
A brief course in elementary differential and integral calculus. Primarily for students of business, economics and social science, with emphasis on applications. Prerequisite: MAT 121 with a grade of C or higher or appropriate placement score, or four years
of college preparatory high school mathematics with grades of C or higher OR Math
3 with a grade of C or higher.
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MAT 230 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 Hours |
Introduction to analysis of finite collections and mathematical foundations of sequential machines, computer system design, data structures and algorithms. Includes sets and logic, counting, recursion, graph theory, trees, nets, Boolean algebra, automata, formal grammars and languages and algorithm analysis (big O) Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 121 (College Algebra) or higher OR appropriate placement
(see current placement chart)
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MAT 231 | Linear Algebra | 3 Hours |
This course is an introduction to the mathematical theory and application of matrices, vectors, vector spaces, and linear transformations. Topics include the algebra of matrices for solving systems of linear equations, the theory of finite-dimensional vector spaces, and theorems and applications associated with eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Students will construct proofs of propositions involving the following: matrices, determinants, vector spaces and inner product spaces. Applications of linear algebra will be examined. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 204
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MAT 240 | Elementary Statistics | 3 Hours |
An introduction to basic concepts in statistical methods including measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, probability, theoretical and empirical distribution, estimation, tests of hypotheses, linear regression and correlation. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAT 078 or MAT 081 (or higher) OR concurrent enrollment
in MAT 040 OR appropriate placement.
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