103. Introductory Algebra: Three hours
An algebra course to help prepare a student for Intermediate Algebra (MAT 105). Topics include operations with rational numbers, exponents, simplifying algebraic expressions, and solving equations. Does not count toward the 128 hours needed for graduation, except for Elementary Education majors.
105. Intermediate Algebra: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT103 or satisfactory placement test score.
An algebra course to help prepare a student for MAT 108, Introduction to Mathematics, or MAT 111, Pre-Calculus Algebra. Topics include simplifying algebraic expressions, factoring, and solving linear and quadratic equations. Does not count toward the mathematics requirement for a B. S. degree except for Elementary Education majors.
108. Introduction to Mathematics: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT105 or satisfactory placement test scores.
A problem solving approach to the introduction of areas such as sets, geometry, probability, measurement, statistics, and consumer mathematics.
111. Precalculus Algebra: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 105 or satisfactory placement test score.
A brief study of numbers followed by a study of solving equations (linear, quadratic, radical, systems, etc.) as well as of inequalities, exponents, and logarithms.
121. Precalculus Trigonometry: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 111 or consent of the instructor
A relatively complete course in trigonometry followed by basic analytic and geometric properties of algebraic and trigonometric functions.
151. Calculus I: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 111, MAT 121 or consent of the instructor
Differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications.
161. Calculus II: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 151
Integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions with applications.
231. Introductory Statistics (See BUS 231): Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 108 or MAT 111 or consent of the instructor
The course topics include descriptive statistics (data analysis, organization, and presentation), probability theory and distributions,and inferential statistics (confidence intervals and hypothesis testing). A course-appropriate technology component is introduced.
251. Calculus III: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 161
Additional methods of integration, improper integrals, and applications.
261. Calculus IV: Three hours
Prerequisite MAT 251
Infinite series, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and applications.
301. Foundations of Mathematics: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 251
An introduction to the techniques and background necessary for abstract mathematical reasoning. Topics covered are elementary theory of logic, direct and indirect techniques of proofs involving the use of logic, elementary set theory, topics from analysis, and algebraic structures.
303. Introduction to Higher Geometry: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 161
Fundamental concepts of geometry with emphasis given to logical development from basic assumptions.
305. Elementary Linear Algebra: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 161 or consent of the instructor
Systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, and linear transformations.
361. Differential Equations: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 261 or concurrent enrollment
A study of first order and linear second order differential equations with applications. An introduction to linear nth order differential equations.
401. Introduction to Real Analysis: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 251 and MAT 301
An advanced treatment of limits, continuity, sequences and series of functions, and differentiation. Emphasis is on proofs.
403. Introduction to Abstract Algebra: Three hours
Prerequisite: MAT 251 and MAT 301
Introduction to algebraic structures, with an emphasis on groups.
411. Special Studies: One to Three Hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies. Instructor has the option of awarding a letter grade or a Pass/Fail.
412. Special Studies: One to Three Hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies. Instructor has the option of awarding a letter grade or a Pass/Fail.
413. Special Studies: One to Three Hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies. Instructor has the option of awarding a letter grade or a Pass/Fail.
414. Special Studies: One to Three Hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies. Instructor has the option of awarding a letter grade or a Pass/Fail.
449, 450. Independent Study: Three hours per course
Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Head and Academic Dean
Tutorial courses designed to meet particular needs of the students.
471, 472. Internship: Three to Six hours
Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Head and Academic Dean
An educational experience where the student is exposed, through actual observations and participation to the various aspects of a work situation.