Courses in Mathematics
MAT 095: Developmental Mathematics (NC) (0)
Prerequisite:
Required of all students achieving a score of 1 on the mathematics placement examination. An examination of the operations and properties of the real number system is followed by stress on algebraic expressions, simplification of expressions, solving equations, and verbal problems. A student placed in this course must achieve a grade of S prior to entry in any core course in the area of mathematics. The class schedule for this course is the equivalent to one three-credit course. This course will be offered as a pass/fail option, with a grade of satisfactory or unsatisfactory. (Offered every fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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MAT 102: College Algebra (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 095 or a score of 2 on the placement exam.
Sets, real numbers, algebraic expressions, factoring, exponents, logarithms, solving algebraic equations, inequalities, exponential equations, radical equations, and applications. (Offered every semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, QM
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MAT 104: Math for Liberal Arts (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 095 or a score of 2 on the placement exam
Specific topics will be selected, with a view toward answering the questions: What is mathematics? How have mathematical ideas developed through history? How might mathematics be relevant to everyday life? Topics will typically include items such as problem-solving, logic, numeration systems, number theory, mathematical finance, geometry, fractals, and probability.
(Offered as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, QM
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MAT 105: Pre-Calculus (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 102 or a score of 3 on the placement exam
This course covers linear functions, quadratic functions, rational functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions, ellipses, hyperbolas, graphs of each of these, as well as trigonometric identities and applications. (Offered every fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, QM
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MAT 106: Calculus I (4)
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MAT 105 or a score of 4 on the placement exam
Limits, continuous functions, derivatives, anti-derivatives, definite integrals, fundamental theorem of calculus, applications. (Offered every spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA, QM
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MAT 207: Calculus II (4)
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MAT 106 or AP credit for MAT 106
Applications of integral calculus; techniques of integration including: (1) change of variables, (2) trigonometric substitution, (3) integration by parts, and (4) partial fractions, improper integrals, sequences, series, tests for convergence, Taylor’s formula, Taylor series expansion of a function, and applications. (Offered
every fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 210: Calculus III (4)
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in MAT 207
Parametric equations and polar coordinates, vectors and surfaces, vector-valued functions, differential calculus of functions of several variables, multiple integrals, vector calculus. (Offered every spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 220: Structures of Number System (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 102 or MAT 105 or higher
This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the structure of mathematics. There will be an emphasis on conceptual understanding, mathematical literacy and problem-solving. It covers such topics as numeration systems, number theory, rational numbers, integers, probability, use of graphing calculators, and geometric figures, including transformations, tessellation, similarity, symmetry and measurement.
(Offered every semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 230: Linear Algebra (3)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in MAT 207 or permission of the instructor
Matrix algebra, vector spaces, subspaces, bases for vector spaces, determinants, solving linear systems, linear transformations, change of basis, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and applications. (Offered every spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 245: Transition to Abstract Mathematics (3)
Prerequisite: MAT 106 or permission of the instructor
This course serves as a transition to abstract mathematics. Students will learn to read and write proofs. Topics may be selected from logic, sets, proof by induction, relations, functions, cardinality, combinatorics, number theory, graph theory. (Offered
every fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 295: Intro Topics in Mathematics (1-3)
Prerequisite: to be determined by the Division of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Physical Education
An introductory study of a specific topic within mathematics. Intended for freshmen and sophomores, or for students with little or no background in mathematics. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered as
needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 309: Probability and Statistics (3)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in MAT 245 or permission of instructor
Finite sample spaces, counting techniques, random variables, distributions, testing of hypotheses, applications. (Offered every odd-year spring
semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 330: Abstract Algebra (3)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in MAT 245 or permission of the instructor
Algebraic structures, groups, rings, fields, and polynomial domains. (Offered every even-year fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 350: Foundations of Geometry (3)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in MAT 245.
Axiomatic Systems, finite geometries, advanced Euclidean concepts, plane hyperbolic geometry. (Offered every even-year spring semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 361: Real Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: a grade of C- or better in MAT 207 and MAT 245
A rigorous treatment of the real number system and concepts from calculus. Specific topics include: the axioms of the real numbers, limits, sequences, series, convergence, continuity, differentiability, and the Riemann integral. (Offered every odd-year fall semester.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 399: Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing and consent of instructor
(Offered as needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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MAT 405: Senior Seminar (3)
Prerequisite: senior standing or permission of the instructor
Studies from selected areas of mathematics. Written reports and formal presentations will be required. This course is considered the capstone course for students completing the mathematics major. Students may repeat the course but not the topic.
Gen. Ed. Attributes: None.
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MAT 495: Adv Topics in Mathematics (1-3)
Prerequisite: to be determined by the Division of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Physical Education.
An advanced study of a specific topic within mathematics. Intended for juniors and seniors, or for students with an appropriate background in mathematics. The student may repeat the course, but not the topic. (Offered as
needed.)
Gen. Ed. Attributes: LA
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