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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is to prepare the student for the mathematics use in building construction. Topics include applying basic mathematics to calculate spacing and sizing of Roof Rafters, Overhangs, and Stairs as used in building construction. Use of geometry for the calculation of building materials needed. Prerequisite:    MAT 041
  • 3.00 Credits

    The objective of this course is to cultivate an appreciation of the significance of mathematics in daily life. Topics include mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, geometry, probability, statistics, measurement, personal finance, and set theory.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to prepare students for mathematics they will use working in technical and trade fields. The student will review basic math skills working with whole number, decimals, and fractions. The student will learn applied geometry, basic algebraic operations, and introduction to trigonometric functions. Application problems will allow students to use the concepts that are learned to solve practical problems. Prerequisite:    MAT 041
  • 3.00 Credits

    Elements of Mathematics is a content course which broadens and deepens knowledge of the mathematics content of early childhood and middle school as a framework for learning to teach mathematics. In the course, students use a variety of materials for learning, work with conceptual models, use conceptual models to do mathematics, perform activities that develop new perspectives, and demonstrate competence in mathematics. This course enables our students to become insightful professionals who are able to understand and communicate mathematic principles to others. Prerequisite:    MAT 041
  • 3.00 Credits

    Elements of Mathematics II is a continuation of MAT126 Elements of Mathematics I which increases mathematical knowledge and expands understanding of the mathematics content of early childhood and middle school as a framework for learning to teach mathematics. In the course, students use a variety of materials for learning, work with conceptual models, use conceptual models to do mathematics, perform activities that develop new perspectives, and demonstrate competence in mathematics. This course enables our students to become insightful professionals who are able to understand and communicate mathematic principles to others.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to prepare students for higher level mathematics through a mastery of algebraic concepts. Topics include factoring, laws of exponents, polynomials, equations and linear inequalities, graphing (using linear equations and inequalities), functions, rational expressions and radicals. Prerequisite:    MAT 080
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to give healthcare students fundamental knowledge related to measurement and apothecary conversions, with a focus on reading medication labels as well as the use of medicine cups, syringes, and intravenous medication and fluid bags for the purpose of safe medication administration. Students will gain additional in-depth learning of arithmetic operations, without the use of a calculator, on whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students enrolled in this course should have a strong background in basic and intermediate algebra. Topics include a more in-depth study of expressions, solving equations, solving inequalities, circles, and a detailed study of functions including polynomial, logarithmic, and exponential functions. Prerequisite:    MAT 130
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for the student who needs to strengthen the algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric skills necessary for calculus. Topics include a detailed study of graphs, functions (including polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions), analytic trigonometry, systems of equations and inequalities, vectors, and limits. Prerequisite:    MAT 145
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides the student with an opportunity to learn and apply mathematical concepts. Applications include problems from various fields. Sources of data, sampling, collection methods and processing of statistical data, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability theory, confidence intervals, tests for significance, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression analysis will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on concepts, definitions, and analysis. Most calculations will be done through MyStatLab with StatCrunch while a few will be done with formulas and a scientific calculator. Prerequisite:    MAT 130
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