Mathematics (MTH)

Mathematics

Prerequisite: In satisfying math course prerequisite requirements, an equivalent course must be a college course appearing on the student’s transcript.


Placement: Any student who has completed a college mathematics course within the past two years is not eligible for placement based on the mathematics placement assessment. Course placement will be guided by the previously completed math courses.

Course Information Cr Hrs
MTH-040 Pre-Algebra I

This course is designed to prepare students for a first course in algebra. Topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers; integers, fractions, and decimals; percents; ratio and proportion; perimeter and area; and solve linear equations.

3-3-0
MTH-045 Pre-Algebra II

This course is designed for students who need further study to master adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals; percents; ratio and proportion; perimeter and area; and solving linear equations.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “ND” or “NC” in MTH 040.
2-2-0
MTH-050 Basic Algebra I

This course is designed for students who have had no instruction in algebra or who need a review. Students learn to solve linear and quadratic equations, to multiply and factor polynomials, to graph linear equations and to solve systems of linear equations.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “NB” or “NA” in MTH 040 or MTH 045 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment or successful completion of TLC 034.
3-3-0
MTH-055 Basic Algebra II

This course is designed for students who need further study to master graphing linear equations, solving linear and quadratic equations, multiplying and factoring polynomials and solving systems of linear equations.

  Prerequisite: Grade of “ND” or “NC” in MTH 050.
2-2-0
MTH-070 Basic Technical Mathematics

This course is designed to provide an introduction to mathematics as needed in the technical programs. Topics include operations with real numbers, right triangle trigonometry, introduction to basic algebraic operations, solving linear equations, ratio and proportion, measurement, geometry and interpreting data.

3-3-0
MTH-105 Business Math

This course is designed to prepare students to apply mathematics to business situations. Topics include banking, purchasing, pricing, payroll and payroll taxes, interest, mortgages, depreciation, inventory and business statistics.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “NC” or better in MTH 040 or MTH 045 or equivalent OR satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-110 Intermediate Algebra

This course is an extension of basic algebra and includes rational expressions, linear equations, absolute value equations, quadratic equations, absolute value inequalities, functions, graphs, radicals, complex numbers and applications.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “NB” or “NA” in MTH 050 or MTH 055 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment or successful completion of TLC 035.
3-3-0
MTH-125 Technical Math I

This course is designed to give students in technical programs a background in applied algebra and trigonometry. Topics include basic algebraic expressions, ratio and proportion, trigonometric functions, solving right and oblique triangles, linear and quadratic equations, volumes and surface areas, operations with polynomials, graphing, and number systems.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “NC” or better in MTH 070 (preferred), MTH 050 or MTH 055 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-126 Technical Mathematics II

This course is a continuation of Technical Math I with technical applications from algebra, trigonometry and plane geometry. Topics include probability and statistics, integral and rational exponents, radical and rational expressions and equations, systems of equations, complex numbers and advanced geometrical concepts.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 125 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-128 Contemporary Mathematics

This course provides students with a basic survey of mathematics. Topics include problem solving, sets, counting methods, probability, statistics and trigonometry.

 Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in MTH 110 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-130 College Algebra

This course is a standard course in college level algebra. Topics include properties of functions; polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic functions and their graphs; and conic sections.

 Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in MTH 110 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-131 Trigonometry

This course is a study of trigonometric function and their graphs, identities, equations and applications. Topics include vectors, complex numbers, analytic geometry of the polar plane and solution of right and oblique triangles.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 130 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-138 Pre-Calculus Mathematics

This course is designed to prepare students for calculus. Topics include polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; vectors; sequences and series; the Binomial Theorem; and limits.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “B” or better in MTH 110 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
5-5-0
MTH-140 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

This is the first course in a three-semester sequence. Topics include an introduction to analytic geometry, limits and continuity, the derivative and differential, the definite integral and applications.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 131 or MTH 138 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
5-5-0
MTH-141 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

This is the second course in a three-semester sequence. Topics include techniques of formal integration, applications of definite integration, infinite sequences and series, conic sections, parametrized curves and polar coordinates.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 140 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
5-5-0
MTH-210 Statistical Methods

Students study basic concepts of statistics and probability applicable to all disciplines. Topics include distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, elementary probability, sampling, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 130 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-215 Algebraic Structures

This course provides an introduction to techniques of mathematical reasoning and patterns of mathematical thought. Topics include logic and methods of proof, set theory, relations and functions, counting and cardinality, permutations, combinations and recursion and algebraic structures.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in, or concurrent enrollment in, MTH 141 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-230 Linear Algebra

This course is a study of vector spaces, matrices, linear transformations, determinants, quadratic forms, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, canonical forms and inner-product spaces. Emphasis is placed on rigorous proof and the development of mathematical maturity.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 141 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-240 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III

This is the third course in a three-semester sequence. Topics include vector-valued functions, solid analytic geometry, partial differentiation, multiple integration and line and surface integrals in vector fields.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 141 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0
MTH-241 Differential Equations

This is an introduction to the techniques available for the solution of ordinary differential equations. Topics include first and second order equations, systems of differential equations, Laplace transforms, series solutions, numerical methods and applications.

 Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MTH 240 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment.
3-3-0