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MATH 0320 Fundamentals for Algebra - Three semester hours (3-1)
Designed to identify deficiencies and provide a review of
fundamental operations in mathematics based on the individual
student's identified need for compensatory work in basic
arithmetic, algebra, and/or geometry. Student must pass the
course with a grade of "C" or better to advance to the next
course. A one-hour lab required. (3201045119)
MATH 0321 Elementary Algebra - Three semester hours (3-1)
Includes the arithmetic of algebra symbols, solutions of equations,
ratios and proportions, percents, graphing linear equations,
exponents, and the use and manipulation of formulas. The student
must pass the course with a grade of "C" or better to advance to
the next course. A one-hour lab required. (3201045119)
MATH 0322 College Prep Algebra I - Three semester hours (3-1)
Study of basic algebra, including operations of algebraic
expressions, polynomial factoring, algebraic fractions, linear
equations with one and two unknowns, inequalities, and
exponents. Prerequisite: MATH 0321. Student must pass the
course with a grade of "C" or better to advance to the next
course. A one-hour lab is required. (3201045119)
MATH 0323 College Prep Algebra II - Three semester hours (3-1)
Study of advanced basic algebra, including equations involving
radicals, quadratic functions, absolute value, parabolas, functions,
basic logarithms, matrices, and determinants. Prerequisite:
MATH 0322 or one to two years of high school algebra . Student
must pass the course with a grade of "C" or better to advance
to the next course, unless the instructor approves advancement.
A one-hour computer lab is required. (3201045219)
MATH 1314 College Algebra - Three semester hours (3-0)
Study of quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants. Prerequisite: MATH 0323 OR satisfactory placement test or THEA scores. (2701015419)
MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry - Three semester hours (3-0)
Trigonometric functions, identities, equations, and applications including study of the functions of angles; identities and graphs of trigonometric functions; solutions of right and oblique triangles; logarithms; functions of double and half angles; inverse trigonometric functions; and trigonometric equations. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra or MATH 0323; satisfactory placement test or THEA scores. (2701015319)
MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics I - Three semester hours (3-0)
Modern algebra and geometry. Topics may include sets, logic, number systems, number theory, functions, equivalence, congruence, measurement, other geometric concepts, and the introduction to probability and statistics. Prerequisite: Two years high school algebra or above. (2701015119)
MATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics I - Three semester hours (3-0)
Concepts of sets, functions, numerations systems, number theory, and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational and real number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Recommended for Elementary Education majors with Grade 4-8 Certification. This course may also be appropriate for early childhood education majors. Prerequisite: College Algebra or equivalent. (2701015619)
MATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics II - Three semester hours (3-0)
Concepts of Euclidian geometry, probability, and statistics as well as applications of the algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Recommended for Elementary Education majors with Grade 4-8 Certification. This course may also be appropriate for early childhood education majors. Prerequisite: MATH 1350 or College Algebra or equivalent. (2701015619)