Mathematics (MAT)

Prepares non-native English speakers for mathematics coursework. Emphasizes student interaction and discussions regarding terminology typically encountered in math courses. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: D

Covers mathematical concepts including whole and signed numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions and percent. Introduces algebraic ideas including exponents, one- and two-step equations, and applications. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: D

Emphasizes active computer-based learning supported by instructor guidance and small group lectures. Includes signed numbers, fractions, decimals and percents, geometry and measurement, and algebraic expressions and equations. May include linear equations and inequalities, polynomials and factoring. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: D

Prerequisite: Take MAT-052

Covers algebraic concepts including equations, inequalities, systems of equations, functions, graphs, and polynomials. Includes quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic expressions, equations, and applications. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: MAT-707, MAT-076 through Module 8, or a qualifying placement test score

Explores practical applications in statistics, probability, social choice theory, graph theory, and financial mathematics. Other topics may be included. A mathematics course for Liberal Arts majors in quantitative reasoning and problem solving. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-607, MAT-707, or MAT-102, or a qualifying placement test score.

Deepens understanding of the mathematics taught to elementary school children. Emphasizes problem-solving, communication, connections, and reasoning. Includes whole numbers, rational numbers, numeration systems, arithmetic operations, percent, sets, probability, and algebraic reasoning. Primarily for those planning to transfer into an education major at a 4-year institution. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-607, MAT-707, or MAT-102, or a qualifying placement test score.

Examines trigonometric functions, graphs, trigonometric identities, applications and equations. Includes polar form of complex numbers, conic sections, polar coordinates, parametric equations, vectors, and three-dimensional geometry. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-138 or a qualifying placement test score.

Examines polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and solutions to equations for those functions. Includes matrices, sequences, series and introduces limits. Intended as a calculus-track course. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-102, MAT-708 or a qualifying placement test score.

Includes matrix and vector arithmetic, using matrices to solve systems of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization of matrices, and an introduction to subspaces of Euclidean space. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-210.

Introduces concepts in discrete mathematics as applied to computer science. Includes logic, methods of proof, sets, counting techniques, discrete probability, permutations and combinations, graphs and trees, mathematical induction, and recursion. Emphasizes connections between discrete math and programming concepts. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-102 or MAT-708, or a qualifying placement test score.

Focuses on descriptive statistics (mean, median, mode, standard deviation and variance) and introduces correlation and linear regression. Emphasizes inferential statistics and probability distributions as applied to confidence intervals, hypothesis testing of means and proportions, and applications to business and other fields. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-607, MAT-102, or MAT-115, or a qualifying placement score. Students who place one level below Statistics can contact advisor about registering for MAT-156 Statistics and MAT-656 Support for Statistics concurrently.

Introduces statistics, primarily for business majors. Investigates methods of collection, organization, presentation, analysis and interpretation of data in the context of effective business decision-making. Utilizes computer applications to visualize and analyze data. Covers descriptive statistics, probability, inferential procedures including confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for one and two samples, regression, correlation and chi-square. Covers ANOVA if time allows. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-138, MAT-140, MAT-156 or MAT-163, or a qualifying placement test score.

Covers algebra techniques, functions (including exponential and logarithmic), modeling, limits, and a thorough introduction to differential calculus. Focuses on applying quantitative methods to solve problems that arise in management and economic sciences and other related areas. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-102 or MAT-708, or have a qualifying placement test score.

Emphasizes techniques and applications of differential and integral calculus to business economics. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-138 or a qualifying placement test score.

Introduction to limits, differentiation, applications of the derivative, the definite and indefinite integral including The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and an introduction to differential equations. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-136 or a qualifying placement test score.

Continues Calculus I. Includes integration, applications of integration used in applied disciplines, differential equations, Taylor series, and calculus in polar coordinates. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-210.

Continues Calculus II. Includes study of vector functions, function of several variables, multiple integrals and vector fields. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-216.

Studies exact equations, separable equations, linear equations, physical applications, series solutions, systems of linear differential equations, and methods of approximating the solutions to first-order equations. Introduces Laplace transforms that are used to solve differential equations. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A

Prerequisite: Take MAT-216.

Reviews mathematical principles and fundamentals that enable students to understand and apply course material throughout the Industrial Maintenance, Energy Production and Automation programs. Covers metric prefixes, conversions, exponents, scientific notation, engineering notation, ratios, proportions binary, geometry, dimensional analysis and algebraic expressions. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Introduces algebraic and statistical content intended to prepare students for a college-level statistics or liberal arts math course. Includes sampling methods, graphical, tabular, and numerical summaries of data, scatterplots and linear associations, linear models and slope, functions, and working with formulas. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-052 or MAT-772.

Develops algebra, proportional thinking, and quantitative reasoning skills to support success in college-level mathematics. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-052 or equivalent placement test score.

Corequisite: Take MAT-115.

Provides supports for students in MAT-156 by reviewing needed algebraic concepts and skills, introducing technology, and reinforcing statistical concepts introduced in MAT-156. Critical thinking and problem-solving techniques are also covered. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-052, MAT-772, or equivalent placement test score.

Corequisite: Take MAT-156.

Continues modules from MAT-076, including linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, and systems of linear equations and inequalities. Emphasizes active, computer-based, individually-paced learning supported by instructor guidance and small-group lectures. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-076.

Continues modules from MAT-707, including rational and radical expressions and equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, and quadratic equations. Emphasizes active, computer-based, individually-paced learning supported by instructor guidance and small-group lectures. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-707.

Covers basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions. Covers specifically dimensional analysis and significant digit concepts. Also gives practice and solving stated problems and covers introductory algebra concepts. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Covers basic algebra as it relates to fundamental equations, ratios and proportion, and percentages. Covers applied geometry as it relates to finding length, area, volume, etc. Incorporates basic right angle trigonometry and provides practice in solving stated problems. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-052.

Provides instruction in basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions. Includes ratio and proportion, percent and percentage, computed measure, and heat load calculations. Covers specific math concepts related to HVAC and terminology technicians will encounter in the field. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Begins with a review of fractions and decimals as they are used to solve shop problems. Students are introduced to the problems involving powers and roots, tapers and angles. Use of the calculator is introduced, along with handbook tables and formulas. Introduces the student to metric conversion and more advanced applied math involving calculations of area, volume and weight of material. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Continues Machinist Mathematics I. Introduces students to more advanced practical mathematics. Includes metric conversion, area and volume calculation, temperature conversion and expansion of metals. Right angle trigonometry is introduced along with calculations that relate to numerical control programming. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-735.

Provides instruction on the applied mathematics used in the plumbing and pipefitting industries. Reviews addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers and fractions, and measurement conversions. Includes pipefitting dimensions and diameters, fitting allowances or make-up dimensions, 90, 60, 45 and 22 1/2 degree piping offsets, parallel offsets and rolling offsets. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Provides instruction on plumbing trade calculations including British Thermal Units (BTUs), heat transfer, heat loss and heat gain, latent and sensible heat, volume, weight and surface area calculations, percentage calculations, water and head pressure calculations, Boyle's Law, and the applications of Boyle's Law. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-737.

Studies applied math with emphasis on high-skilled calculations. Includes concepts of basic algebra, functions and graphs, trig functions, geometry, quadratic equations, exponents and radicals, systems of equations, and determinants. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: CAD/Mechanical Engineering students take MAT-076, MAT-607 or appropriate math placement score. Electronics Engineering students take MAT-052 or 22 on ALEKS placement test.

Includes logarithms and exponentials, solving nonlinear equations, variation, sequences, binomial theorem, trig identities, analytic geometry and statistics. Introduces the fundamental concepts of calculus, including limits, the derivative, definite and indefinite integrals and applications of each. Emphasizes solving problems relevant to the mechanical engineering field. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Prerequisite: Take MAT-745.

Covers basic algebra as it relates to fundamental equations, ratios and proportions, and percentages. Incorporates basic right angle trigonometry and provides for additional practice in solving stated problems. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Covers basic mathematical skills for students in career and technical fields. Focuses on computing with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and signed numbers; percents; evaluating formulas; ratio and proportion as a problem-solving tool; the metric system; measurement; basic algebra; and reading tables and graphs. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: B

Allows a qualified honors student to pursue a special concentration of study under the guidance of a faculty member. Requires completion of an honors project contract. May be taken more than once. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A; Comments: Permission of instructor and dean

Allows for a special concentration of study under the guidance of a faculty member. Requires an independent study contract. May be taken more than once. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A; Comments: Permission of instructor and dean