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Math 0110

 

Basic Math Skills - Does not transfer

Syllabi, Book and Topics

This is an individualized, laboratory course designed to review the 10 mathematical skills that are covered on the TASP exam. Included are topics covered in pre-algebra (fundamental mathematics), basic algebra, and geometry. Instruction focuses on the individual but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements, nor is it an alternative for the MATH 0306 Pre-algebra Mathematics, MATH 0308 Introductory Algebra or MATH 0310 Intermediate Algebra.

Math 0306

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Pre Algebra Mathematics - 3 credit hours, Does not transfer

Basic College Mathematics
by Aufmann, 8th Edition, Houghton-Mifflin
ISBN 0-618-50305-6

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Topics for all formats include basic arithmetical operations on integers and rational numbers, order of operations, introduction to basic geometric concepts, simplification of algebraic expressions and techniques of solving simple linear equations.

This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not meet degree requirements.

Math 0308

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Introductory Algebra - 3 credit hours, Does not transfer

Beginning and Intermediate Algebra
by Martin-Gay, 3rd Edition, Prentice-Hall
ISBN 013-1622269

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Area - Perimeter - Angles

Topics for all formats include basic algebraic operations, elementary equations, laws of integral exponents, factoring and radical notation, rational expressions and an introduction to the Cartesian coordinate system.

This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements.

Math 0310

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Intermediate Algebra - 3 credit hours, Does not transfer

Beginning and Intermediate Algebra
by Martin-Gay, 3rd Edition, Prentice-Hall
ISBN 013-1622269

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Topics for all formats include special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents, radicals, radical equations, quadratic equations and complex numbers; an introduction to the function concept and graphing, equations of lines and linear systems.

This course carries institutional credit but will not transfer and will not be used to meet degree requirements.

Math 1314

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College Algebra - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

College Algebra
by Jerome E. Kaufmann, 6th Edition, Thomson Learning
ISBN 0-534-99846-1

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Topics include absolute value equations and inequalities, graphing skills, inverse functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, polynomial and rational functions, piecewise-defined functions, theory of equations and systems of equations.

Math 1316

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Trigonometry - 3 credit hours, Transfers as Math Elective

Trigonometry
Michael Sullivan, 8th Edition, Prentice Hall
ISBN-10: 0132392798 | ISBN-13: 9780132392792 

Syllabi, Book and Topics

Trigonometric functions and their applications, solutions of right and oblique triangles, trigonometric identities and equations, inverse trigonometric functions and graphs of the trigonometric functions.

Math 1324

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Finite Mathematics - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

Finite Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences
Barnett, Ziegler & Byleen, 11th Edition, Prentice Hall
ISBN-10: 0132255707 | ISBN-13: 9780132255707

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Matrices, systems of equations, linear programming, the simplex method, probability, and mathematics of finance. Primarily for business majors and liberal arts students.

Math 1325

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Elements of Calculus and Applications 3 credit hours, Does transfer

Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences & Social Sciences
Barnett, Ziegler & Byleen, 11th Edition, Prentice Hall
ISBN-10: 0132328186 | ISBN-13: 9780132328180

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A one-semester calculus course for non-science majors. Topics include limits, continuity, rates of change, differentiation and integration techniques and applications, calculus of the logarithmic and exponential functions and partial derivatives.

Math 1332

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College Mathematics for Liberal Arts, 3 credit hours, transfers to some schools

The Nature of Mathematics
Karl J. Smith, 11th Edition, Brooks Cole
ISBN-10: 0495012726 | ISBN-13: 978-0495012726

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College Mathematics for Liberal Arts is a course designed for liberal arts and other non-mathematics, non-science and non-business majors, emphasizing an appreciation of the art, history, beauty, and applications of mathematics. Topics may include, but are not limited to, sets, logic, number theory, measurement, geometric concepts, and an introduction to probability and statistics.

Math 1342

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Statistics - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

Elementary Statistics: A Brief Version w/Data Disk
Allan  G. Bluman, 4th Edition, McGraw Hill
ISBN-13 9780073347141

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An introduction to the concepts and methods of statistics. Topics include probability, random variables, binomial and normal distributions, random sampling, statistical inference, estimation, testing hypotheses, linear regressions and correlation, chi-square test, and analysis of variance.

Math 1350

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Foundations of Mathematics I - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

Mathematical Reasoning for Elementary Teachers
Long and DeTemple, 4th Edition, Pearson/Addison Wesley
ISBN 0-321-28696-0

Syllabi, Book and Topics

This is designed specifically for students who seek elementary and middle teacher certification. Topics include set theory, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational and real number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking.

Math 1351

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Foundations of Mathematics II - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

Mathematical Reasoning for Elementary Teachers
Long and DeTemple, 4th Edition, Pearson/Addison Wesley
ISBN 0-321-28696-0

Syllabi, Book and Topics

This is designed specifically for students who seek elementary and middle teacher certification. Topics include concepts of 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.

Math 2318

 

Linear Algebra - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

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Matrices and linear systems, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, change of basis, linear transformations, similarity, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and diagonalization. Applications of these concepts will also be considered.

Math 2320

 

Differential Equations - 3 credit hours, Does transfer

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Linear equations, solutions in series, solutions using Laplace transforms, systems of differential equations and applications to problems in engineering and allied fields.

Math 2412

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PreCalculus - 4 credit hours, Does transfer

Precalculus
Cohen, 6th Edition, Thomson Learning
ISBN 0-534-40212-7

Syllabi, Book and Topics

An integrated treatment of the concepts necessary for calculus, emphasizing elementary functions and their graphs, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, also includes topics from analytic geometry. The student may elect to include a technology lab component at some colleges.

Math 2413

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Calculus I - 4 credit hours, Does transfer

Calculus
James Stewart, 6th Edition, Thomson Brookes Cole
ISBN-10: 0495011606  |  ISBN-13: 9780495011606

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Functions, limits, continuity, differentiation and integration of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of differentiation and an introduction to applications of the definite integral.

Math 2414

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Calculus II - 4 credit hours, Does transfer

Calculus
James Stewart, 6th Edition, Thomson Brookes Cole
ISBN-10: 0495011606  |  ISBN-13: 9780495011606

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Differentiation and integration of exponential and logarithmic functions, techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, the calculus of transcendental functions, parametric equations, polar coordinates, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, L'Hopital's Rule, sequences and series.

Math 2415

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Calculus III - 4 credit hours, Does transfer

Calculus
James Stewart, 6th Edition, Thomson Brookes Cole
ISBN-10: 0495011606  |  ISBN-13: 9780495011606

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The algebra and geometry of vectors; topics from the calculus of multivariable functions including limits, continuity, partial derivatives, directional derivatives, the gradient, extreme values, multiple integration and vector calculus.

 

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