Mathematics

Courses

MAT 090: Prealgebra Supplement

Students who place into MAT 090 are required to enroll in both MAT 098 and this supplemental course during the same semester. The course is designed to assist students in achieving success in MAT 098 by offering them supplemental support and instruction. Students must earn a CN or better to pass the course.

MAT 098: Prealgebra

This course reviews fundamental mathematical skills in preparation for introductory college algebra. Course topics include the study of real numbers including integers, fractions and decimals; algebraic expressions; linear equations and an introduction to graphing on the coordinate plane. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam to assess their preparedness to move on to MAT 100 Introductory Algebra. Students must earn a CN or better to pass the course.

MAT 100: Introductory Algebra

Credits 4

This course covers basic algebraic skills essential to the study of mathematics. Course topics include linear expressions, equations, and inequalities; systems of linear equations; quadratic expressions and equations; polynomial and rational expressions; radical expressions and equations; and graphing on the coordinate plane. Applications to various fields of study will be explored. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam to assess their preparedness to move on to a college-level math course. This course counts as free-elective credit only. Students must earn a C-or better to take MAT 104 College Algebra with Trigonometry I or MAT 105 Technical Mathematics I.

MAT 101Q: Quantitative Literacy II

Credits 3

In this course, mathematical and statistical reasoning are explored through topics in everyday life. Students will integrate quantitative literacy with mathematical concepts such as percents, probability, mathematical modeling, and statistical thinking. Concepts are investigated with hands-on activities using medical, environmental, and financial examples. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam. This is the second of two courses that follow the Quantway curriculum. The Quantway sequence of courses is intended for non-STEM (math, science, computer science and technology) students and non-business students. After successful completion of this course, students can take MAT 161 - Elementary Statistics. 

MAT 103: Finite Mathematics

Credits 3
This course emphasizes mathematical skills and techniques applicable to business, life sciences and social sciences. Course topics include linear functions, quadratic functions, mathematics of finance, systems of equations, matrices, linear programming, set theory, basic probability and combinatorics. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 104: College Algebra With Trigonometry I

Credits 4
This course is the first course of a two-semester sequence designed to prepare students for calculus. Course topics include an introduction to relations and functions; the study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and functions; and right triangle trigonometry. Algebraic techniques of simplification will be emphasized. The use of the graphing calculator is required to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 105: Technical Mathematics I

Credits 4
This is the first course in a two-semester sequence of intermediate algebra and trigonometry with technical applications. Course topics include operations in the real number system, units of measurement and approximate numbers, functions and graphs, first-degree equations, lines and linear functions, systems of linear equations, right triangle trigonometry, geometry (perimeters, areas, volumes of common figures), rules of exponents, polynomial operations, factoring, operations on rational expressions, quadratic equations, and binary and hexadecimal notation. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam to assess their preparedness to move on to MAT 205 Technical Mathematics II.

MAT 161: Elementary Statistics

Credits 3
This course is a study of basic statistical techniques and some related probability theory. Course topics include data collection and presentation, measures of central tendency and dispersion, graphing data sets, linear correlation and regression, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Distribution studies include the binomial, normal, and student’s t. At least one student project is required for this course. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 204: College Algebra With Trigonometry II

Credits 4
This course is the second of a two-semester sequence designed to prepare students for calculus. Course topics include polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities and equations; oblique triangles; polar coordinates; conic sections. If time permits, systems of equations and matrices will be covered. The use of the graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 205: Technical Mathematics II

Credits 4
This is the second course in a two-semester sequence of intermediate algebra and trigonometry with technical applications. Course topics include operations on exponents and radicals, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations, radians, trigonometric functions of any angle, sinusoidal functions and graphing, oblique triangles, vectors, complex numbers and their applications, inequalities, ratio and proportion, variation, and (optional) an introduction to statistics. If time permits, a brief intuitive approach to calculus will be covered. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 215: Calculus For Business Students

Credits 4
This course provides skills and techniques necessary to solve mathematical problems of modern businesses. Course topics include a review of algebra and basic set theory; mathematical modeling; functions and their graphs; an introduction to limits; the methods of finding derivatives; the interpretation and applications of derivations in economic terms, and finding antiderivatives with their applications in the business world. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 224: Calculus I

Credits 4
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of differential and integral calculus. Course topics include limits and continuity; differentiation and its applications including curve sketching; indefinite and definite integrals; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; derivatives and integrals of the trigonometric functions. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 225: Calculus II

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of MAT 224. Course topics include applications of integration, transcendental functions, techniques of integration, polar coordinates, infinite series including the Taylor Series and some differential equations. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 226: Calculus III

Credits 4
This course is the concluding course in the three-semester sequence. Course topics include analytic geometry of three dimensions, determinants and linear equations, vector analysis, partial differentiation, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, and applications. The use of a graphing calculator is required for this course to further the exploration of these topics and their applications. Near the end of the course, students will complete a comprehensive, departmental final exam.

MAT 232: Introduction To Logic

Credits 3
This course is an introduction to the laws, principles, and methods of logic and problem-solving. Course topics include forms of deductive and inductive argument; fallacious reasoning and an analysis of problem-solving methods emphasizing mathematical techniques and applications.