Mathematics Course Descriptions

MAT 095 Developmental Math I ... 2
Review of basic arithmetic skills. Topics include whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, and their applications. Pass/fail course; does not count toward graduation.

MAT 096 Developmental Math II ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of "P" (pass) in MAT 095 or ASMNT MAT 096. Continuation of MAT 095. Topics include percents, conversions, area and volume, signed numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations, statistical graphs, mean, median, mode, and their applications. Pass/fail course; does not count toward graduation.

MAT 098 Beginning Algebra ... 3
Prerequisites: Grade of "P" (Pass) in MAT 096 or ASMNT MAT 098. Topics include linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, operations on polynomials, exponent properties, factoring, Pythagorean Theorem, operations on rational expressions, graphs of points and linear equations, systems of two equations in two variables, square roots, and applications.

MAT 105 Applied Math ... 3
Prerequisites: Grade of “P” (pass) in MAT 096 or ASMNT MAT 098. For career students to develop quantitative reasoning skills.  Includes basic logic, financial decision-making, probability, statistical reasoning, linear and exponential modeling, and right triangle applications.  Relevance of mathematics discussed as it relates to other disciplines.

MAT 108 Understanding K-8 Mathematics ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of P (pass) in MAT 096 or ASMNT MAT 098. Basic concepts of the K-8 math curriculum. Concepts experienced through multiple representations – numerically, algebraically, geometrically, and verbally.

MAT 121 Intermediate Algebra ... 3
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MAT 098 or ASMNT MAT 121. Topics include linear, quadratic, absolute value, rational, exponential, and radical forms and related expressions, equations, inequalities, and applications; relationship between graph and equation of first/second degree and exponential functions; systems of equations in two or three variables; and equations and graphs of circles.

MAT 122 Euclidean Geometry ... 3
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in MAT 098 or ASMNT MAT 121. Study of geometrical properties and formal Euclidean proofs developed from definitions, postulates, theorems, and corollaries. Offered as independent study in the ACE Center. Topics include intersecting and parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, area and volume, and coordinate geometry.

MAT 150 Trigonometry ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 121 or ASMNT MAT 160. Grade of C or better in MAT 160 College Algebra strongly recommended.  Study of trigonometric functions and applications. Topics include angles, length of arc, trigonometric functions, law of cosines, law of sines, identities, trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers, and polar coordinates. Students may not receive credit for both MAT 150 and MAT 171.

MAT 160 College Algebra ... 4
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 121 or ASMNT MAT 160. Designed for students in transfer programs. Topics include linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; complex numbers and solution of higher degree polynomial equations; systems of linear equations; matrices; graphing functions including exponential, logarithmic, and rational polynomial functions; conic sections; sequences, series, and combinations; binomial theorem; and mathematical induction. Students may not receive credit for both MAT 160 and MAT 171.

MAT 165 Contemporary College Math ... 3
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MAT 121 or ASMNT MAT 160. Provides appreciation of mathematics and understanding of role of mathematics in today's society. Topics include history of mathematics, math in humanities and social sciences, consumer math, logic, set theory, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, and statistics.

MAT 171 Pre-Calculus Mathematics ... 6
Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in MAT 121 or ASMNT MAT 171. Unified study of College Algebra and Trigonometry provides necessary background for Calculus. Includes linear, quadratic, rational, and higher degree polynomial equations and inequalities; systems of equations; relations and functions along with graphs and equations; exponentials and logarithms; inverse; degree and radian measure; trigonometric functions; identities; triangles; vectors; polar coordinates; complex numbers; matrices and determinants; sequences and series; binomial theorem; mathematical induction; and applications. Students may not receive credit for MAT 171 and either MAT 150 and MAT 160. Students not planning to take Calculus may satisfy mathematics requirement for A.A.
degree with MAT 160 or MAT 165 in lieu of MAT 171.

MAT 175 Introductory Statistics ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 160, ASMNT MAT 180, or ASMNT MAT 210. Topics include descriptive statistics, sampling techniques, counting techniques, probability, probability distributions, confidence interval estimates, hypothesis testing, simple linear regression, and one-way ANOVA.

MAT 180 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I ... 5
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 171 or both MAT 150 and MAT 160 or ASMNT MAT 180. First in a sequence of three courses including analytic geometry, differential calculus, and integral calculus. Recommended for majors in mathematics, computer science, physical sciences, or engineering. Includes analytic geometry, functions, limits, continuity, the derivative and differentials, applications of the derivative and differentials, antidifferentiation, indefinite and definite integrals, and applications of definite integral.

MAT 201 Structure of Math Systems I ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 160 or ASMNT MAT 180. For potential elementary teachers. Topics include sets, logic, number bases, systems of numeration, system of whole numbers, systems of integers, system of rational numbers, development of real number system, field properties, algorithms for whole numbers, and terminology of mathematics.

MAT 202 Structure of Math Systems II ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 160 College Algebra or ASMNT MAT 180. Intuitive study of elementary geometry, including constructions, congruence, similarity, motion geometry tessellation, and deductive theory of geometry. Study of measurement, including area and volumes. Introduction to concepts of probability and statistics. Spring.

MAT 210 Survey Calculus ... 4
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 160 or ASMNT MAT 210. Recommended for business, life sciences, and social science majors. Focus on techniques of differential and integral calculus with application to business, life sciences, and social sciences. Trigonometry not used.

MAT 230 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II ... 5
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 180 or ASMNT MAT 230. Second course in sequence of three recommended for majors in mathematics, computer science, physical sciences, or engineering. Topics include transcendental functions, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, and polar curves.

MAT 240 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III ... 5
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 230 or ASMNT MAT 240. Third course in sequence of three recommended for mathematics, computer science, physical sciences, or engineering majors. Topics include calculus of vectors in two or three dimensions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and their applications; and introductory topics from differential equations.

MAT 242 Introductory Linear Algebra ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 230. First course in linear algebra intended for mathematics, computer science, science, and engineering majors. Topics include matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, and applications such as eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Fall.

MAT 250 Differential Equations ... 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 240. First course in differential equations for mathematics, science, and engineering majors. Topics include solution and application of ordinary differential equations including n-th order nonhomogeneous equations with variable coefficients and simultaneous differential equations. Methods used include Laplace transform, power series, variation of parameter, matrix methods, and introduction to numerical solutions.

MAT 260 A Transition to Theoretical Mathematics . . . 3
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MAT 230.  First course in theoretical mathematics for mathematics, computer science, engineering, and science majors. Includes logic and proofs, set theory, relations and functions, cardinality, introductory abstract algebra, and introductory real analysis.