Revised 4/24/09
MATH PLACEMENT
10021CORE MATHEMATICS I (2 credit hours). Operations on integers, fractions, decimals and percents, properties of real numbers. Introduction to variables, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, problem solving, equations for lines, rate of change and slope, graphing in Cartesian plane. No prerequisite. (Mary Kellermann 2-3301 )
10022 CORE MATHEMATICS II (2 credit hours). Introduction to functions, systems of linear equations, exponents, polynomial operations, scientific notation. Factoring polynomials, solving quadratics by factoring, radicals and rational exponents. Students should have appropriate placement score or a minimum grade of C in MATH 10021. (Mary Kellermann 2-3301 )
10023 CORE MATHEMATICS III (2 credit hours). Zeros of functions; rational expressions and equations; intermediate factoring techniques; quadratic functions, graphs, equations and inequalities; “quadratic type” equations; problem solving. Students should have appropriate placement score or a minimum grade of C in MATH 10022.
(Mary Kellermann 2-3301 )
10024 CORE MATHEMATICS IV (2 credit hours)
Advanced factoring techniques; introduction to exponential and logarithmic functions: graphing, solving equations, problem solving; radical equations, absolute value equations and inequalities; graphs of rational functions . Students should have appropriate placement score or a minimum grade of C in MATH 10022 .
(Mary Kellermann 2-3301 )
10041 ELEMENTARY PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS (3)
Descriptive Statistics, probability concepts, binomial and normal distribution. Sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing. Analysis of paired data, linear models and correlation. Placement according to Guide or C or better in Math 10023.
(Mahbobeh Vezvaei 2-3315 )
11008 EXPLORATIONS IN MODERN MATHEMATICS (3)
Topics from various branches of mathematics will be chosen to introduce students to the wide variety of ways in which mathematics affects everyday life. Placement according to Guide or C or better in Math 10023. This course satisfies the LER requirement.
11009 MODELING ALGEBRA (4)
One of two college level algebra courses. Emphasizes the study of algebra in the context of real world problems. Students study data and create mathematical models which they use to interpret and make predictions about real-life scenarios. Includeslinear, exponential, logarithmic, and polynomial functions and their zeros and graphs. This course may be used to satisfy the LER and the college algebra requirement for those not intending to take a calculus course. Pre-requisite is a grade of C or better inMath 10023 or appropriate placement test score and no credit for Math 11010.
(Bev Reed 2-9092 )
11010 ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (3)
College level algebra course for science majors that serves as a preparation for the calculus courses. Includes polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions and their zeros and graphs, binomial theorem. This course may be used to satisfy the LER. Pre-requisite is a grade of C or better inMath 10024 or appropriate placement test score.
(Bev Reed 2-9092 )
11012 INTUITIVE CALCULUS (3)
An elementary treatment of differential and integral calculus for students in non-science areas. Business applications are emphasized.
Placement according to Guide or credit for Math 11010.This course satisfies the LER.
11022 TRIGONOMETRY (2)
Solution of triangles, trigonometric equations and identities. Course intended for a student who has completed Fun Math VI. May be taken concurrently with Math 11010.
12011-12 CALCULUS WITH PRECALCULUS (6) (a two semester sequence)
Includes a review of precalculus and covers most topics of a typical calculus I course.
Intended for Architecture majors. (Jack Neuzil 2-9054 )
12002 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS I (5)
Concept of limit, continuity, derivative and integral for functions of one real variable. Maximization, related rates, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
Placement according to Guide. Entry level course for math and science majors. This course satisfies the LER. (Jack Neuzil 2-9054 )
14001 BASIC MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS I (4)
Development of the real number system and its sub-systems, number theory, symbolic logic, number bases and modular arithmetic.
Placement according to Guide. Entry level course for education majors. Satisfies math requirement for many Fine and Professional Arts majors.
(Carol Steiner 2-2663 )
14002 BASIC MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS II (4)
Basic concepts of probability, statistics and geometry.
Course intended for a student who has successfully completed Math 14001.
(Carol Steiner 2-2663 )
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Jack Neuzil(2-9054; ),
Mary Kellermann (2-3301; ),Bev Reed (2-9092; ),