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MATH 91: Preparing for College Math A
Prerequisite: Placement by assessment. This course is designed for students who need to develop their math skills prior to taking college level mathematics. Topics include: whole numbers, solving equations with integers, solving linear equations, fractions, mixed numbers, decimals, ratios, and proportions. For students who can successfully work at an accelerated pace, additional topics include: percents, orders of operations, solving linear equations, lines, exponents, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, functions, radical expressions, linear systems, compound inequalities, systems of equations, complex numbers, and quadratic equations. 4 HRS

MATH 92: Preparing for College Math B
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 091. This course is designed for students who need to develop their math skills prior to taking college level mathematics. Topics include percents, orders of operations, solving linear equations, lines, exponents, polynomials, factoring. For students who can successfully work at an accelerated pace, additional topic include: rational expressions, functions, radical expressions, linear systems, compound inequalities, systems of equations, complex numbers, and quadratic equations. 4 HRS

MATH 93: Preparing for College Math C
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 092. This course is designed for students who need to develop their math skills prior to taking college level mathematics. Topics include: rational expressions, functions, radical expressions, and linear systems. For students who can successfully work at an accelerated pace, additional topic include: compound inequalities, systems of equations, complex numbers, and quadratic equations. 4 HRS

MATH 94: Preparing for College Math D
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 093. This course is designed for students who need to develop their math skills prior to taking college level mathematics. Topics include: compound inequalities, systems of equations, complex numbers, and quadratic equations. 4 HRS

MATH 106: College Algebra for Bus & Soc Sci
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 1 or assessment. A brief review of basic algebraic concepts and introduction to more advanced concepts. Topics are viewed graphically, as well as algebraically. Topics include graphing and analyzing linear, logarithmic, and exponential functions, systems of linear equations, logic, and counting techniques. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 83+). 4 HRS

MATH 109: College Algebra for Math & Science
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 2 or assessment. The main concept of this course is the notion of a function. Polynomial, radical, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions are studied from a symbolic, as well as graphical, perspective. The course is intended to prepare college students for studying calculus. Additional topics include: linear systems of equations, matrix algebra, series and sequences, and analytic geometry. Graphing utilities are used extensively as learning tools. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 89). 4 HRS

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MATH 111: Finite Math for Business and Social Science
Prerequisite: MATH 106 or MATH 109 with grade of C or better, or equivalent, or assessment. This class focuses on applications of the following topics: matrices, matrix algebra, linear programming, sets and counting techniques, probability, and the mathematics of finance. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 83+). 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 906

MATH 128: Trigonometry
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 2 or assessment. This course begins with a definition of the six trigonometric functions. The course work follows an investigation of these functions, their graphs, their relationships to one another, and ways in which they can be used in a variety of applications. Specific applications include triangles, vectors, polar and parametric equations, and conic sections. The course is designed to equip students with an understanding of trigonometry necessary for the study of calculus. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 89). 3 HRS

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MATH 131: Explorations in Mathematics
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 1 or assessment. This course focuses on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real life problems, rather than on routine skills and appreciation. Three or four topics are studied in depth, with at least three chosen from the following list: counting techniques and probability, geometry, graph theory, logic and set theory, mathematical modeling, mathematics of finance, game theory, linear programming, and statistics. Note, a scientific calculator is required for this course (a graphing calculator is also acceptable). 3 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 904

MATH 135: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 1 or assessment. This course focuses on mathematical reasoning and problem solving; and provides instruction in the teaching of mathematics at the elementary grade level. Topics include properties of whole numbers and rational numbers, the four basic arithmetic operations, and problem solving through various representations including algebraic. 3 HRS

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MATH 136: Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
Prerequisite: MATH 135 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or permission of instructor. This course focuses on mathematical reasoning and problem solving; and provides instruction in teaching mathematics at the elementary grade level. Topics include algebra, probability, statistics, geometry, measurement, and the use of manipulatives and technology in the elementary school classroom. Note, a scientific calculator is required for this course (a graphing calculator is also acceptable). 3 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 903

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MATH 141: Introduction to Statistics
Prerequisite: Completion of Math through Intermediate Algebra Level 1 or assessment. A course in statistics that introduces various topics in probability and statistics, and demonstrates a variety of real life applications. Some of the topics covered are sampling techniques and simulation, data organization, distributions, measure of central tendency and variability, probability, estimation, and hypothesis testing. A graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a T1 83+). 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 902

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MATH 142: Business Statistics
Prerequisite: MATH 106 or MATH 109, with grade of C or better, or equivalent, or assessment. A statistics course that emphasizes applications of statistics to business. Topics include data organization, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and variability, probability theory, probability distributions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 83+). This course is not intended for a mathematics major or minor. 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 902

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MATH 151: Calculus for Business & Social Science
Prerequisite: MATH 106 with grade of C or better, or equivalent, or assessment. Mathematical analysis of calculus with applications to business and social sciences. Topics include function, the derivative, basic techniques of differentiation, optimization, the definite integral, curve sketching, and multivariable functions. The course focuses on interpretation and applications. Topics are presented geometrically, numerically, algebraically, and verbally. Note, a TI 83, TI 83+, TI 84, or TI 84+ is required for this course. 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 900-B

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MATH 161: Calculus I
Prerequisite: MATH 109 and MATH 128 with grade of C or better, or equivalent, or assessment. A first course in calculus. Topics include functions, curve sketching, limits, continuity, definition of derivative, rate of change, slope, derivatives of polynomial and rational functions, the chain rule, implicit differentials, approximation by differentials, higher order derivatives, Rolle’s Theorem, mean value theorem, applications of the derivative, the definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus, integration with applications and the calculus of trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Every topic is presented numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 89). 4 HRS
IAI GEC CODE - M1 900-1

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MATH 162: Calculus II
Prerequisite: MATH 161 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent. A second course in calculus. Topics include area, volume and other applications of the integral, calculus of trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions, techniques of integration including numerical methods, indeterminate forms: L’Hospital’s rule, improper integrals, sequences and series, Taylor series, convergence tests, polar coordinates and parametric forms. Topics are presented numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 89) 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 900-2

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MATH 163: Calculus III
Prerequisite: MATH 162 with a grade C or better, or equivalent. The third semester of the calculus sequence, focusing on multivariable functions. Topics include differentiation and integration of functions with multiple variables, partial derivatives, the differential, directional derivatives, gradients, two- and three-dimensional motion, vector fields, and line integrals. Concepts are examined in three representations: numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Note, a graphing calculator is required for this course (instruction will be based on a TI 89). 4 HRS
IAI GEC Code - M1 900-3

MATH 271: Linear Algebra
Prerequisite: MATH 162 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent. This is an introductory course in linear algebra. Topics include vectors, matrices and operations; inverse of a matrix; solution of systems of linear equations; vector spaces and subspaces; linear independence, dependence, and transformations; range and kernel of linear transformations; rank, basis and dimension; determinants; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; inner product spaces and orthogonality. 4 HRS

MATH 272: Differential Equations
Prerequisite: MATH 162 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent. This is an introductory course in differential equations. Topics include linear equations with constant coefficients; the general linear equation; variation of parameters; undetermined coefficients; linear independence; the Wronskian; exact equations; separation of variables; and applications. In addition, the course will cover at least two or three of the following topics: systems of linear differential equations; solution of Laplace transforms; existence and uniqueness of solutions; solution by power series; oscillation and comparison theorems; partial differential equations; boundary value problems; numerical methods; and stability of solutions. 4 HRS

MATH 296: Special Topics in Math
Prerequisite: Faculty approval. Course will offer students an opportunity to study a topic which is (1) unique and infrequently offered as a part of their program curriculum or (2) of special interest to mathematics. Each student wishing to enroll in Special Topics in Mathematics will be reviewed based on (1) previous experience, (2) courses completed, and (3) aptitude/ability match with selected topic. 1-4 HRS

MATH 297: Independent Study in Mathematics
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 and MATH 109 or equivalent, or assessment, and permission of the instructor. Intensive work in an area of mathematics of special interest to the student. Each individual project is to culminate in a comprehensive written report. 1-3 HRS