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MATH 065 - Fundamentals of Mathematics (5 Credits)
The course covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. The course also includes an introduction to percentages, ratio and proportion, estimation and solving applied math problems. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period.

MATH 068 - Mathematics Review (1-5 Variable Credits)
This course is designed for those students wanting a review in the fundamentals of mathematics. The course reviews addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. This course also reviews percentages, ratio and proportion, estimation and solving applied math problems. For those students that want more review there is additional review of signed numbers, geometry, units of measurement, graphs, statistics (mean, median, mode), variables, and solving equations in one variable. The review is taught through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. A course grade of pass/fail will be assigned. OPEN ENTRY

MATH 075 - Pre-Algebra (5 Credits)
This course lays the foundation for the study of algebra. The topics covered include: whole number operations, fractions, decimals, percents, ratio and proportion, signed numbers, geometry, units of measurements, graphs, and statistics. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 085 - Beginning-Algebra (5 Credits)
This introductory course in algebra covers the following topics: review of selected pre-algebra topics, introduction to set theory and the real numbers; algebraic expressions; linear equations in one variable and their applications; linear inequalities; introduction to graphing; systems of two equations in two unknowns and their applications; systems of inequalities; polynomial operations. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 075 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 095 - Intermediate-Algebra (5 Credits)
This course covers the following topics in algebra: review of selected elementary algebra topics; factoring polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents and radicals; quadratic equations and complex numbers; functions and their graphs, and various non-linear equations. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 085 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 100 - Mathematics for the Health Sciences (5 Credits)
Mathematics for the Health Sciences is an introductory course developed to introduce mathematics concepts related to a variety of fields in the health sciences. The content is designed to promote student success in mathematics and to develop problem-solving skills. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: fractions, decimals, ratios/ proportions, percentages, measurement systems (metric, apothecary, and household), conversions involving dimensional analysis, dosage calculations, mixture calculations, body surface area and body weight calculations, introductory solution calculations, and a variety of health related application problems. Prerequisite: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS test.

MATH 101 - Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry (5 Credits)
This course covers mathematics and its applications in business and industry. Instruction includes coursework in mathematics, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 102 - Applied Algebra for Business and Industry (5 Credits)
This course covers algebra and its applications in a variety of programs. Instruction includes coursework in algebra, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of Math 075, or Math 101, with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 103 - Advanced Applied Algebra (5 Credits)
This course offers students a higher level of applied algebra utilizing applications in a variety of programs. Instruction includes coursework in mathematics, with additional time devoted to studying the appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 085, or Math 102, with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH 104 - Intermediate Algebra with Analytical Geometry (5 Credits)
This course covers sequences and series inequalities, conic sections, and the concept of limits.This course is offered through the Land Surveying / Land Survey Technician professional technical program. Please see the Land Surveying / Land Survey Technician profession technical program for prerequisites.

MATH& 107 - Contemporary Mathematics (5 Credits)
This college level course provides a mathematical perspective of contemporary issues. The course is designed for students who do not intend to continue in mathematics or science. Topics vary but may include areas of finance, statistics, data analysis, logic, and applications relevant to humanities, social sciences and education. Content emphasis is on problem solving and quantitative reasoning. Prerequisite: completion of Math 095 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 110 - College Algebra (5 Credits)
This course covers the following topics: functions and graphing; logarithmic and exponential functions; theory of equations; nonlinear systems of equations; conic sections; topics in linear algebra; induction, sequences and series; combinatorics and probability. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 095 with a 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 141 - Pre-Calculus I (5 Credits)
Elementary functions, their graphs and transformations of their graphs, with applications to mathematical modeling. Examples include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, composite functions, and inverse functions. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 95 with a 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 142 - Pre-Calculus II (5 Credits)
Trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, their graphs and transformations of their graphs, with applications to mathematical modeling. Solving trigonometric equations, the derivation and use of trigonometric identities. Polar coordinates and parametric equations, with applications to mathematical modeling. Conic sections, with applications to mathematical modeling.This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 95 with a 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 146 - Intro to Statistics (5 Credits)
This course is an introduction to statistics and how it may be applied in the analysis of numerical data. It includes the following topics: structure of data sets, central tendency, dispersion, means, standard deviation, correlation, regression, binomial and normal probability distributions, sampling methods, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: Completion of MATH 095 with a 2.0 or higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5 Credits)
Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus of elementary functions with emphasis on business applications and its use in optimization. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH& 141 with a 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.

MATH& 151 - Calculus (5 Credits)
Differential calculus. The definition and interpretation of the derivative, with applications to mathematical modeling. Derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH& 142 with a 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test.