Mathematics Course Descriptions

MATH 0990 GEOMETRY: 3 sem hrs cr
This course includes a study of two-dimensional and three-dimensional figures and their properties; symmetry, congruence, and similarity; the Pythagorean theorem and special right-triangle relationships; drawing geometrical figures; and writing proofs. A grade of "C" or better is required to earn credit in this course. Prerequisite: Documented competency in DSPM 0700, DSPM 0800, and DSPM 0850 skills.

MATH 1010 MATHEMATICS FOR LIBERAL ARTS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of problem-solving techniques using sets and logic, equations, geometry, functions, probability and statistics, and math of consumer finances. Additional topics from the history of mathematics, trigonometry, calculus, and graphing applications are included. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; one high school credit each in algebra I, and algebra II. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1010. (Formerly MAT 1260)

MATH 1070 MATHEMATICS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS: 1 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the metric, Apothecaries', and household systems of measurement; medical abbreviations; the mathematics of preparation and administration of oral and parenteral medication, intravenous medications, and solutions. This course may not be used to meet the general education mathematics requirement in the University Parallel major. Prerequisite: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics. (Formerly MAT 1200)

MATH 1080 APPLIED TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course covers principles of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as they apply to problems in the shop and tool room. Measurement of plane figures, problems in construction, mathematics principles of screw threads and gears, logarithms, and tool engineering are also covered. This course may not be used to meet the general education mathematics requirement in the University Parallel major. Prerequisite: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics. (Formerly MAT 1210/IMT 1210).

MATH 1410 NUMBER CONCEPTS FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a conceptual approach to the study of the properties of number sets within the real number system. Topics include tools for problem solving, sets, functions, logic, numeration systems, properties of and operations with whole numbers, integers, rational numbers and real numbers. Successful completion of an Arithmetic Proficiency Test is required. This course may be used in only the Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education emphases to meet the general education mathematics requirement. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; one high school credit each in algebra I, algebra II, and geometry. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1410. (Formerly MAT 1230)

MATH 1420 GEOMETRY FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION: 3 sem hrs cr
Topics include measurement, congruence, similarity, and graphing; constructions, theorems, and proofs in both non-coordinate and Cartesian settings; historical development of geometry as a tool. Activities will include creating models and manipulatives. This course may be used in only the Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education emphases to meet the general education mathematics requirement. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; one high school credit each in algebra I, algebra II, and geometry. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1420. (Formerly MAT 1240)

MATH 1530, ELEMENTARY STATISTICS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is an introduction to probability and statistics without calculus. Topics covered include sampling, frequency distribution, elementary probability, hypothesis testing, linear regression and correlation, analysis of variance and non-parametric statistics. Prerequisite: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics.

MATH 1630 FINITE MATHEMATICS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of linear models, matrix algebra, linear programming, mathematics of finance, combinatorics, and probability with applications in each of these areas. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; one high school credit each in algebra I and algebra II. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1630. (Formerly MAT 1310/MATH 1630)

MATH 1710 COLLEGE ALGEBRA/PRE-CALCULUS I: 3 sem hrs cr
This course incluedes a study of functions and their graphs with emphasis on linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; equations, inequalities, and systems; matrices; conic sections; sequences and series; and probability. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; one high school credit each in algebra I, algebra II, and geometry. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1710. (Formerly MATH 1130)

MATH 1720 PRECALCULUS/TRIGONOMETRY: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of trigonometric functions and their application to right and oblique triangles, linear and angular velocities, vectors, graphical representation of trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, identities and conditional equations, composite angle formulas, and other selected topics. Prerequisite: MATH 1130 or MATH 1710 (MATH 1130 for students whose program of study does not included calculus; MATH 1710 for students whose program of study includes calculus) or permission of the Dean of Mathematics, Science, and Education. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1720. (Formerly MAT 1620)

MATH 1830 CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is an intuitive approach to the concepts of limits and the differential and integral calculus with applications to business, economics, and related fields. Prerequisite: MATH 1630. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1830. (Formerly MAT 1330)

MATH 1910 CALCULUS I: 5 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of selected topics in advanced algebra, trigonometry, and plane analytic geometry; functions, including their limits and continuity; derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric expressions and their applications to graphing, maxima and minima, and related rates; integration of algebraic and trigonometric expressions and area between curves. Prerequisites: Documented eligibility for collegiate mathematics; at least four high school credits in college preparatory mathematics to include algebra I, algebra II geometry, and trigonometry or MATH 1710 and MATH 1720. Students who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1910. (Formerly MAT 2510)

MATH 1920 CALCULUS II: 5 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of differentiation and integration of trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential and hyperbolic functions; integration techniques, including parts, substitution and partial fractions; indeterminate forms; applications of the integral; sequences and infinite series including Taylor expansions. Prerequisite: MATH 1910. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 1920. (Formerly MAT 2520)

MATH 2010 ELEMENTS OF LINEAR ALGEBRA: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of matrices, systems of linear equations, determinants, vectors, vector spaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and other selected topics. Prerequisite: MATH 1910. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 2010. (Formerly MAT 2830)

MATH 2110 CALCULUS III: 5 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of parametric and polar equations; vectors in the plane and in space; solid analytic geometry, including cylindrical and spherical coordinates; functions of several variables, including partial derivatives and their applications; multiple integrals with applications; selected topics from vector calculus. Prerequisite: MATH 1920. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 2110. (Formerly MAT 2530)

MATH 2120 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of ordinary differential equations with applications, numerical solutions, power series, and LaPlace transforms. Prerequisite: MATH 2110. Students who are subject to A89 admission requirements who do not have a high school credit in geometry must successfully complete MATH 0990 prior to enrollment in MATH 2120. (Formerly MAT 2730)

MATH 2990 TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS: 1-5 sem hrs cr
Selected topics in mathematics is a specially designed course for students interested in pursuing specific study projects under the supervision of a discipline instructor and approved by an advisor, the course instructor, and the Dean of Mathematics, Science, and Education. No more than six semester hours in topics courses may be used in meeting minimum degree requirements.


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