Mathematics (MTH)

MTH-060. Whole Numbers and Fractions. (1 Credit)

Includes basic operations with whole numbers and fractions. Introduces conversion of measurement units. Credit hours for this course can be applied to full- or part-time status, but will not count toward graduation credits unless specified in your certificate or degree program. (1 contact hour)

MTH-070. Decimals and Percents. (1 Credit)

Includes operations with decimals, conversion of fractions to decimals and percents, decimals to fractions and percents, percents to decimals and fractions, and solutions of basic problems involving percents. Credit hours for this course can be applied to full- or part-time status, but will not count toward graduation credits unless specified in your certificate or degree program. (1 contact hour)

MTH-080. Pre-Algebra Topics. (1 Credit)

Review of signed numbers, linear equations, and ratios and proportions. Credit hours for this course can be applied to full- or part-time status, but will not count toward graduation credits unless specified in your certificate or degree program. (1 contact hour)

MTH-081. Supplemental Math - Gen Ed Math. (1 Credit)

This course will provide supplemental, mathematical support for students enrolled in MTH-120, General Education Mathematics, who have placed just below the MTH-120 level. This course carries no transfer credit. (1 contact hour)

MTH-082. Supplemental Math - Prob & Stats. (1 Credit)

This course will provide supplemental, mathematical support for students enrolled in MTH-139, College Algebra, who have placed just below the MTH-139 level. This course carries no transfer credit. (1 contact hour)

MTH-083. Supplemental Math - College Algebra. (1 Credit)

This course will provide supplemental, mathematical support for students enrolled in MTH-141, College Algebra, who have placed just below the MTH-141 level. This course carries no transfer credit. (1 contact hour)

MTH-090. Developmental Math. (3 Credits)

An arithmetic course emphasizing fractions, decimals, and percent. Signed numbers, the number line, and order of operations are covered. Credit hours for this course can be applied to full- or part-time status, but will not count toward graduation credits unless specified in your certificate or degree program. (3 contact hour)

MTH-095. Beginning Algebra. (4 Credits)

Topics to be covered include order of operations, the solution of linear equations and inequalities in one variable, the rectangular coordinate system, graph of functions, systems of equations, and topics in geometry. (4 contact hours)

MTH-096. Mathematical Reasoning. (5 Credits)

This course focuses on developing students' mathematical reasoning skills through problem-solving, critical thinking, and data analysis. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of mathematical concepts in a variety of life and work contexts. Topics will include graphical analysis, algebraic reasoning and modeling, geometry, proportional reasoning, personal finance and probability and statistics. This course will satisfy the prerequisite requirements for MTH-120 (General Education Mathematics) and MTH-139 (Statistics) only. Students requiring different mathematics classes should take MTH-095 and MTH-098. (5 contact hours)

MTH-097. Geometry. (3 Credits)

Covers axioms, theorems, points, lines, angles, angular and linear measure, coordinate geometry, two-dimensional geometric figures, and basic proofs. Credit hours for this course can be applied to full- or part-time status, but will not count toward graduation credits unless specified in your certificate or degree program. (3 contact hours)

MTH-098. Intermediate Algebra. (4 Credits)

Topics include operations with polynomials, factoring, operations with algebraic and rational expressions, equations, exponents and radicals, radical equations, functions, and quadratic equations. (4 contact hours)

MTH-102. Mathematics for Paraprofessionals. (3 Credits)

This course is designed for the elementary school paraprofessional, the topics include problem solving, sets of numbers, number theory, statistics, probability, geometric figures, measurement, and geometric motion. This course will satisfy the core requirement for the A.A.S. or certificate program for Elementary paraprofessionals. Students seeking general education math credit are advised to register for MTH-121 and MTH-122 if they are pursuing a teaching degree. (3 contact hours)

MTH-108. Mathematics for Career Programs. (3 Credits)

This course is intended primarily for those students majoring in vocational areas. Topics include: fractions, decimals and percentages, measurement, ratios and proportions, and using formulas. An emphasis is placed on application and computation. (3 contact hours)

MTH-109. Math for Allied Health. (2 Credits)

This course covers the common math requirements for students in allied health science. Includes measurement systems, ratios and proportion, and elements of statistics, with an emphasis on problem solving in the health science fields. (2 contact hours)

MTH-120. General Education Mathematics. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to help students develop competency in problem analysis and problem solving, in multi-step decision making, and quantitative reasoning. The course focuses on mathematical reasoning and the solution of real-life problems involving mathematics. Written projects are an integral part of this course. Scientific calculators will be used as a tool in decision making. The course covers three or four of the following topics in depth: counting techniques and probability, game theory, graph theory, linear programming, logic/set theory, mathematics of finance, and statistics. This course is not intended as a prerequisite for any other course in math and is not intended for engineering or science majors. Its primary goal is to help the general liberal arts student gain the level of numerical literacy and problem-solving skill necessary to become an educated citizen. (3 contact.

MTH-121. Math for Teachers I. (3 Credits)

This course is designed for elementary education majors. Topics include problem solving, number theory, numeration systems, mental mathematics, electronic and written computation of whole numbers, integers,fractions, decimals and percents. This course will emphasize problem solving as described by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The educational goals described in the NCTM report, Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics will be sought. This course will satisfy the mathematics general education requirement for elementary education majors if MTH-122 (Math for Teachers II) has also been completed. Students seeking typical general education math credit at this level are advised to register for MTH-120 (Gerneral Education Mathematics) or MTH-139 (Probability and Statistics. (3 contact hours)

MTH-122. Math for Teachers II. (3 Credits)

This course is a continuation of MTH-121. It is designed and intended for elementary education majors. Topics include real numbers, informal geometry, measurement, probability, statistics, and problem solving. This course will satisfy the mathematics general education requirement for elementary education majors if MTH-121 has also been completed. (3 contact hours)

MTH-139. Probability and Statistics. (4 Credits)

This course covers gathering, organizing, presenting, and interpreting data; variability, uncertainty and hypothesis testing; methods of drawing inferences, making decisions from observed data, and probabilistic models. Students will be introduced to a statistical computer software package to help analyze and interpret data. Note: MTH-139 and MTH-212 cover the same basic core of statistics; however, MTH-212 moves at a faster pace, is more oriented toward business examples, and explores hypothesis tests to a greater depth. No more than four credit hours will be granted to students taking MTH-139 and MTH-212. (4 contact hours)

MTH-141. College Algebra (Functions). (4 Credits)

This course is a functions approach to college algebra includes polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Effective and efficient use of graphing calculators will be an integral part of the course. (4 contact hours)

MTH-142. Trigonometric Functions. (2 Credits)

This course includes trigonometric functions, their inverse functions, graphs, the unit circle, right triangle trigonometry, basic identities, and trigonometric equations. (2 contact hours)

MTH-143. Finite Mathematics. (4 Credits)

This course includes business, economic, social, and biological problems are described and solved mathematically. Sets, probability, matrix algebra, linear programming, systems of equations and inequalities, exponential growth and annuities, and stochastic processes are considered. (4 contact hours)

MTH-145. Calculus for Business & Social Scien. (4 Credits)

This course introduces calculus through functions, differentiation and integration with applications to the business and social science fields. Note: No more than five hours of credit will be granted to students taking both MTH-145 and MTH-150. (4 contact hours)

MTH-150. Calculus I/Analytic Geometry. (5 Credits)

This course includes limits, continuity, the derivative, applications of differentiation, curve sketching, anti-differentiation, and the definite integral. These topics are applied to polynomial, radical, rational, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions. Note: No more than five hours of credit will be granted to students taking both MTH-145 (Business Calculus) and MTH-150 (Calculus I/Analytic Geometry). (5 contact hours)

MTH-151. Calculus II/Analytic Geometry. (5 Credits)

This course is a continuation of MTH-150. Topics include applications of the integral, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, polar coordinates, and parametric equations. (5 contact hours)

MTH-152. Calculus III/Analytic Geometry. (4 Credits)

This course is a continuation of MTH-151. Topics include vectors, vector calculus, vector fields, solid analytic geometry, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integration, and applications. (4 contact hours)

MTH-201. Differential Equations. (3 Credits)

This course introduces ordinary differential equations, methods of solution and applications. Topics include first order differential equations, linear differential equations, graphical and numerical approximating techniques for solutions, and solutions by Laplace transforms. (3 contact hours)

MTH-210. Linear Algebra. (3 Credits)

This course includes vectors, vector spaces, matrices, determinants matrix algebra, linear independence, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and applications of matrices and transformations. Approximately one third of the course involves the concept of mathematical proofs as applied to linear algebra. (3 contact hours)

MTH-212. Statistics for Business. (4 Credits)

This course covers descriptive statistics, data presentation, analysis, and interpretation, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing for single and multiple samples, analysis of variance; selection of appropriate parametric and non-parametric statistical tests, correlation and regression; and multi-step decision-making techniques in a business environment. Students use a statistical computer software package to analyze and interpret data. Note: MTH-139 and MTH-212 cover the same basic core of statistics; however, MTH-212 moves at a faster pace, is more oriented toward business examples, and explores hypothesis tests to a greater depth. No more than four credit hours will be granted to students taking MTH-139 and MTH-212.(4 contact hours)

MTH-215. Discrete Mathematics. (3 Credits)

This course is an introduction to analysis of finite collections and mathematical foundations of sequential machines, computer system design, data structures and algorithms. Course material includes sets, counting, recursion, graph theory, trees, Boolean algebra, automata, and formal grammar and languages. (3 contact hours)