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.
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