Course Descriptions
| MATH 0080: BASIC MATHEMATICS |
CRT HRS:03 This course is a study of fundamental mathematics principles and concepts. Topics include performing basic arithmetic operations on integers, fractions and decimals; solving problems involving order of operations, proportions, and percents; performing calculations involving exponents; estimating solutions to problems; solving word problems involving integers, fractions, decimals, and different units of measurements; solving problems involving data interpretation and analysis; and solving linear equations. The focus of lab instruction is ACCUPLACER preparation through the use of concepts learned in the lecture. Prerequisite: ACCUPLACER Placement Exam. |
| MATH 0085: INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA |
CRT HRS:03 This course is a study of introductory algebra. Topics include rules of exponents, calculations involving scientific notation, operations on polynomials, factorization of polynomials, solutions of linear equations and inequalities in one variable, systems of equations, graphs of linear equations in two variables, and application problems involving linear models. The focus of the lab instruction is ACCUPLACER preparation through the use of concepts learned in the lecture. Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0080 with a grade of “C” or better or an ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra (EA) placement score of 18+-81+. |
| MATH 0090: INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA PART I AND GEOMETRY |
CRT HRS:03 This course is a study of intermediate algebra and geometry. Topics include absolute-value equations, radical expressions, rational exponents, quadratic equations and inequalities and their graphs, application problems involving quadratic models, functional notation, direct and indirect variations, application problems on geometry, and inductive and deductive reasoning. The focus of lab instruction is ACCUPLACER preparation through the use of concepts learned in the lecture. Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 0085 with a grade of “C” or better or an ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra (EA) placement score of 82+-94+. |
| MATH 1316: PLANE TRIGONOMETRY |
CRT HRS:03 This course covers trigonometric functions, identities, equations and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 1324: FINITE MATHEMATICS |
CRT HRS:03 Topics include: linear equations, quadratic equations, functions and graphs, inequalities, mathematics of finance (simple and compound interest, annuities), linear programming, matrices, systems of linear equations, applications to management, economics, and business. Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLM ACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with a grade of “P” or "C" or better, or equivalent. |
| MATH 1332: CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS |
CRT HRS:03 This course covers modern algebra and geometry. Topics include sets, logic, number systems, functions, measurement, geometric concepts, and an introduction to probability and statistics. This course emphasizes real life applications of math. Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLM ACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with a grade of “P” or "C" or better, or equivalent. |
| MATH 1350: FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS I |
CRT HRS:03 This course includes concepts of sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational and real number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade (4-8) teacher certification. Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 1351: FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS II |
CRT HRS:03 This course includes concepts of geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as applications of Course Descriptions 307 algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade (4-8) teacher certification. Prerequisite: MATH 1350 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 1414: COLLEGE ALGEBRA |
CRT HRS:04 This course is the study of quadratic, polynomial, rational, logarithmic and exponential functions. It includes systems of equations, progression, sequence and series, matrices and determinants. Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLM ACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with a grade of “P” or "C" or better, or equivalent. |
| MATH 1425: BUSINESS CALCULUS |
CRT HRS:04 Topics include: Limits and continuity, derivatives, graphing and optimization, exponential and logarithmic functions, antiderivatives, integration, applications to management, economics, and business. Prerequisite: MATH 1324 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 1442: STATISTICS |
CRT HRS:04 This course is a presentation and interpretation of data, probability, sampling, correlation and regression, analysis of variance, and use of statistical software. Pre-requisite: A score of 68+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam, or a score of 63+ on the CLM ACCUPLACER exam; or completion of MATH 0090 with a grade of “P” or "C" or better, or equivalent. |
| MATH 2412: PRECALCULUS ALGEBRA AND TRIGONOMETRY |
CRT HRS:04 This course includes trigonometric identities, formulas and equations, inverse trigonometric functions, vectors, linear programming, applications of matrices and determinants, mathematical induction, elementary probability, conic sections, and applications of algebra and trigonometry. Students who complete this course may not receive credit for MATH 2312. Prerequisite: MATH 1414 with a “C” or better. |
| MATH 2413: CALCULUS I |
CRT HRS:04 This course covers functions, limits, continuity, differentiation, anti-derivatives, and the definite integral and its applications. Prerequisite: MATH 2412 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 2414 CALCULUS II |
CRT HRS:04 This course covers derivatives and integrals of transcendental functions, integration methods and applications, infinite sequences and series. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 2415: CALCULUS III |
CRT HRS:04 This course covers the study of vectors, calculus of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and vector calculus, Divergence Theorem and Stoke’s Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 2418: LINEAR ALGEBRA |
CRT HRS:04 This course covers finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, quadratic forms and general eigen values and eigen vectors. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| MATH 2420: DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS |
CRT HRS:04 This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations, emphasizing solution techniques to first order and special higher order differential equations, initial value problems, boundary value problems, Laplace transforms, series solutions, and applications. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better. |
| TECM 1303: TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS |
CRT HRS:03 This course is a review of mathematical functions including fractions, decimals, proportions, perimeters, areas, volumes of geometric figures, and certain algebraic/trigonometric functions, as required by specific businesses and industries for successful onthe- job performance. Prerequisite: A score of 18+ on the Elementary 308 Course Descriptions Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0080. |
| TECM 1371: MATHEMATICS FOR ALLIED HEALTH |
CRT HRS:03 Topics in this course include common fractions, decimal numbers, percentages, ratios and proportions, systems of measurements and equivalents, drugs measured in units, intravenous drug administration, and pediatric dosages. Prerequisite: A score of 18+ on the Elementary Algebra ACCUPLACER Exam or completion of MATH 0080. |