Course Descriptions

MATH  0314  College Algebra Support
This course is a support for students enrolled in College Algebra. It will assist in the study of functions and equations. Prerequisite: TSI Math Assessment score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, or MATH 0405 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. Corequisite: MATH 1314. 3 credit hours. (D)

 

MATH  0324  Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences Support
This course is a support for students enrolled in Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences. It will assist in the study of functions and equations. Prerequisite: TSI Math Assessment score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, or MATH 0405 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. Corequisite: MATH 1324. 3 credit hours. (D)

 

MATH  0332  Contemporary Mathematics Support
Intended for non-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) majors. Concepts and processes that support introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics. Development of number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology and communication are supported through this course. Prerequisite: TSI Math Assessment score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, or MATH 0405 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. Corequisite:  MATH 1332. 3 credit hours.  (D)

 

MATH  0342  Elementary Statistical Methods Support
A support course for Elementary Statistical Methods with emphasis on real numbers and graphing techniques in real-world problems. Prerequisite: TSI Math Assessment score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 5, or MATH 0405 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. Corequisite: MATH 1342. 3 credit hours.  (D)

 

MATH 0405  Math Foundations
The course supports students in developing skills, strategies, and reasoning needed to succeed in mathematics, including communication and appropriate use of technology. Topics include the study of numeracy and the real number system; algebraic concepts, notation, and reasoning; quantitative relationships; mathematical models; and problem solving. Additionally, an emphasis will be placed on arithmetic operations, number conversions, solving linear equations and inequalities, percent with applications, algebraic expressions, polynomial operations and factoring, graphing linear equations, functions, geometric applications of square roots, an introduction to statistics, and developing critical thinking skills. Lab required. Prerequisite: TSI Math Assessment score of 910-949 with a diagnostic score of 3 or 4, or equivalent. 4 credit hours. (D)

 

MATH  1314  College Algebra
In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Graphing calculator may be required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 0314 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0324 with a grade of C or better, or meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  1316  Plane Trigonometry
In-depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles.  Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included.  Graphing calculator required.  Prerequisite: MATH 1314; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)

 

MATH  1324  Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences
The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear programming; and probability, including expected value. Graphing calculator required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 0314 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0324 with a grade of C or better, or meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  1325  Calculus for Business and Social Sciences
This course is the basic study of limits and continuity, differentiation, optimization and graphing, and integration of elementary functions, with emphasis on applications in business, economics, and social sciences. This course is not a substitute for MATH 2413, Calculus I. Graphing calculator required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 1314, or MATH 1324; or equivalent. 3 credit hours.  (A)

 

MATH  1332  Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning)
Intended for Non STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered. Additionally, this course is NOT intended to prepare students for calculus, business, or engineering courses. Prerequisite: MATH 0314 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0324 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0332 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0406, or meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  1342  Elementary Statistical Methods
Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended. Graphing calculator may be required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 0314 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0324 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0342 with a grade of C or better, or MATH 0305, or MATH 0406, or meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  1350  Mathematics for Teachers I (Fundamentals of Mathematics I)
This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the conceptual development of the following: sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the various number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 1314; or equivalent. 3 credit hours.  (A) 
Note: This course is intended for students pursuing the AAT degree with an emphasis on middle grades 4-8 and early childhood through grade 6.

 

MATH  1351  Mathematics for Teachers II (Fundamentals of Mathematics II)
This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the concepts of geometry, measurement, probability, and statistics with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking.  Prerequisite: MATH 1314, or MATH 1350; or equivalent. 3 credit hours.  (A)
Note: This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade (4 through 8) teacher certification.

 

MATH  1376  Calculus for Business and Economics II
Continuation of Math 1325. In this course, application of differential equations, functions of several variables, Lagrange Multipliers, Least Squares Modeling, multiple integrals and infinite series will be covered. Basic concepts are related to multivariable calculus. Graphing calculator required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 1325. 3 credit hours. (A) Note: This course will transfer to a specific 2+2 baccalaureate program. Please check with your advisor to learn whether the course will transfer to the four-year program of your choice. There is an additional fee for this course.

 

MATH  2305  Discrete Mathematics
A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science. Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a C or better. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2318  Linear Algebra
Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a C or better. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2320  Differential Equations
Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems. Graphing calculator required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a C or better. 3 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2373  Matrices, Vectors, and Linear Programming
Not for science majors. A study of matrices, vectors, determinants, inverses, system of linear equations, and linear programming with applications. Scientific calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 1314; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: This course will transfer to a specific 2+2 baccalaureate program. Please check with your advisor to learn whether the course will transfer to the four-year program of your choice. There is an additional fee for this course.

 

MATH  2412  Pre-Calculus Math
In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness. Graphing calculator required. Lab required. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 with a C or better; or equivalent preparation. 4 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2413  Calculus I
Limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas. Graphing calculator required. Lab included. Prerequisite: MATH 2412 with a C or better; or equivalent preparation. 4 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2414  Calculus II
Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals. Graphing calculator required. Lab included. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a C or better. 4 credit hours. (A)

 

MATH  2415  Calculus III
Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green's Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem. Graphing calculator required. Lab included. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a C or better. 4 credit hours. (A)