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MATHEMATICS

A placement test is required for MTH 03 through 07, 60, 103, 115, 120, 126, 150, 151, 152, 157, 163, 166, 173, 181, 213, 241, and 271.

MTH 01 (3-5 CR.)

DEVELOPMENTAL MATHEMATICS

Designed to bridge the gap between a weak mathematical foundation and the knowledge necessary for the study of mathematics courses in technical, professional, and transfer programs. Topics may include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Students may re-register for this course in subsequent semesters as necessary until the course objectives are completed. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Variable hours per week.

MTH 02 (3 CR.)

ARITHMETIC

Covers arithmetic principles and computations including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, measurement, graph interpretation, geometric forms, and applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for selected curriculum entrance. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 03 (4 CR.)

ALGEBRA I

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Arithmetic or equivalent. Covers the topics of Algebra I including real numbers, equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, Cartesian coordinate system, rational expressions, and applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for selected curriculum entrance. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 4 hours per week.

MTH 04 (4 CR.)

ALGEBRA II

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra I or equivalent. Expands upon the topics of Algebra I including rational expressions, radicals and exponents, quadratic equations, systems of equations, and applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for selected curriculum entrance. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 4 hours per week.

MTH 06 (2 CR.)

DEVELOPMENTAL GEOMETRY

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra I or equivalent. Covers topics in Euclidean geometry including similarity and congruency, plane and solid figures, right triangles, parallel and perpendicular lines, constructions, and applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for selected curriculum entrance. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 2 hours per week.

MTH 07 (2 CR.)

DEVELOPMENTAL TRIGONOMETRY

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II and Geometry, or equivalent of these two courses. Covers topics including right triangles, oblique triangles, identities, graphs, and applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for selected curriculum entrance. Credits not applicable toward graduation. Lecture 2 hours per week.

MTH 60 (3 CR.)

INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE ALGEBRA

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II or equivalent. Reviews the fundamental ideas of algebra including the real number system, polynomials, rational expressions, graphing, equations and inequalities, relations and functions, and systems of first degree equations and inequalities. (This course is intended as preparation for MTH 163 or MTH 166.) Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 103-104 (3 CR.) (3 CR.)

APPLIED TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS I-II

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and one unit of high school mathematics or equivalent. Presents a review of arithmetic, elements of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Directs applications to specialty areas. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 115-116 (3 CR.) (3 CR.)

TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS I-II

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate mathematics proficiency examination, Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Designed for the technical student. Presents algebra through exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, vectors, analytic geometry, and complex numbers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 120 (3 CR.)

INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICS

Prerequisite is a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination covering basic arithmetic skills. MTH 003 or equivalent is desirable. Covers number systems, logic, basic algebra, systems of equations, basic geometry, and descriptive statistics. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 126 (2 CR.)

MATHEMATICS FOR ALLIED HEALTH

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and one unit of high school mathematics. Presents scientific notation, precision and accuracy, decimals and percents, ratio and proportion, variation, simple equations, techniques of graphing, use of charts and tables, logarithms, and the metric system. Lecture 2 hours per week.

MTH 150 (3 CR.)

TOPICS IN GEOMETRY

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra I and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Studies the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Topics include visualization, ratio, right triangle geometry, and non-Euclidean geometry. Applications will aid students in aviation, teaching, and other fields. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 151 (3 CR.)

MATHEMATICS FOR THE LIBERAL ARTS I

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Presents topics in sets, logic, numeration systems, geometric systems, and elementary computer concepts. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 152 (3 CR.)

MATHEMATICS FOR THE LIBERAL ARTS II

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination, and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Presents topics in functions, combinatorics, probability, statistics, and algebraic systems. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 157 (3 CR.)

ELEMENTARY STATISTICS

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination, and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Presents elementary statistical methods and concepts, including descriptive statistics, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression, and categorical data analysis. (Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 157 and MTH 241.) Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 163 (3 CR.)

PRECALCULUS I

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Presents college algebra, matrices, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. (Credit cannot be awarded for both MTH 163 and MTH 166.) Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 164 (3 CR.)

PRECALCULUS II

Prerequisite is MTH 163. Presents trigonometry, analytic geometry, and sequences and series. (Credit cannot be awarded for both MTH 164 and MTH 166.) Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 166 (5 CR.)

PRECALCULUS WITH TRIGONOMETRY

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Presents college algebra, analytic geometry, trigonometry, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. (Credit cannot be awarded for both MTH 163 and MTH 166.) Lecture 5 hours per week.

MTH 173 (5 CR.)

CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I

Prerequisites are (1) satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and (2) MTH 166 or MTH 164 or two units of algebra, one unit of geometry, and one-half unit each of trigonometry and precalculus. Presents analytic geometry and the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including the study of limits, derivatives, differentials, and an introduction to integration along with their applications. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 5 hours per week.

MTH 174 (5 CR.)

CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II

Prerequisite is MTH 173 or equivalent. Continues the study of analytic geometry and the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, and power series along with applications. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 5 hours per week.

MTH 181 (3 CR.)

FINITE MATHEMATICS I

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and Algebra II and Geometry, or the equivalent of these two courses. Introduces set theory, systems of linear equations, matrices, linear programming, probability, and game theory. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 182 (3 CR.)

FINITE MATHEMATICS II

Prerequisite is MTH 181 or equivalent. Introduces logic, counting techniques, probability and statistics, and mathematics of finance. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 213 (3 CR.)ADVANCED ENGINEERING TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS I

Prerequisite for MTH 213 is MTH 116, 166 or equivalent. Applies differential and integral calculus to the appropriate technical field. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 241 (3 CR.)

STATISTICS I

Prerequisites are a satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and MTH 152 or MTH 163or MTH 182 or permission of the division. Covers descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 242 (3 CR.)

STATISTICS II

Prerequisite is MTH 241 or equivalent. Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on correlation and regression, analysis of variance, Chi-squared tests, and nonparametric methods. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 243 (3 CR.)

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS I

Prerequisite is MTH 174 or equivalent. Corequisite is MTH 277. Uses calculus to develop the theory of probability and statistics including discrete and continuous distribution theory, Poisson processes, moment generating functions, central limit theorem, hypothesis testing, and estimation. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 244 (3 CR.)

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS II

Prerequisites are MTH 243 and MTH 285 or equivalent. Uses calculus, computer packages, and matrix methods to develop the theory of simple and multiple regression using matrices, analysis of variance, nonparametric, and Chi-squared procedures. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 249 (1 CR.)

STATISTICAL QUALITY CONTROL

Prerequisite is MTH 241 or MTH 177 or division approval. Provides an overview of the theory and applications of statistical quality control as it relates to manufacturing processes. Discusses flow charts, variable and attribute data, variation, statistical sampling, experimental design, the creation and use of Pareto Diagrams, P-Charts, C-Charts, X-bar and R control charts, np, p, c, and u charts. Lecture 1 hour per week.

MTH 250 (3 CR.)

COLLEGE GEOMETRY

Prerequisite is MTH 174 or division approval. Presents topics in Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries chosen to prepare individuals for teaching geometry at the high school level. Studies Euclid's geometry and its limitations, axiomatic systems, techniques of proof, and Hilbert's geometry, including the parallel postulates for Euclidean, hyperbolic, and elliptic geometries. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 271 (3 CR.)

APPLIED CALCULUS I

Prerequisites are (1) satisfactory score on an appropriate proficiency examination and (2) MTH 163 or MTH 166 or two units of algebra, one unit of geometry, and one-half unit of precalculus. Presents limits, continuity, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions with applications, and an introduction to integration. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 272 (3 CR.)

APPLIED CALCULUS II

Prerequisite is MTH 271 or equivalent. Covers techniques of integration, multivariable calculus, and an introduction to differential equations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 277 (4 CR.)

VECTOR CALCULUS

Prerequisite is MTH 174 or equivalent. Presents vector valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and topics from the calculus of vectors. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 4 hours per week.

MTH 285 (3 CR.)

LINEAR ALGEBRA

Prerequisite is MTH 174. Covers matrices, vector spaces, determinants, solutions to systems of linear equations, basis and dimension, eigen values, and eigen vectors. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 286 (4 CR.)

DISCRETE MATHEMATICS

Prerequisite is MTH 174 or equivalent. Presents topics in discrete mathematical structures which are basic tools used in computer science. Covers sets, Boolean algebra, counting methods, generating functions and recurrence relations, graph theory, trees, and an introduction to finite state automata. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 4 hours per week.

MTH 291 (3 CR.)

DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

Prerequisite is MTH 174 or equivalent. Introduces first order differential equations, linear differential equations, numerical methods, and applications. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MTH 292 (3 CR.)

TOPICS IN DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS

Prerequisite is MTH 291 or equivalent. Presents power series solutions, Fourier Series, Laplace Transforms, partial differential equations, and boundary value problems. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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