Mathematics Courses

DSPM 0700 Basic Mathematics 3 Credits
This course includes the study of integers, fractions , decimals, percents, ratios, proportions ,
measurements, equations and related applications. The TI-83 or TI-83 Plus calculator is
required and used throughout the course.
DSPM 0800 Elementary Algebra 3 Credits
This course includes the study of real numbers, algebraic expressions , functions, linear
equations and inequalities , graphing, systems of linear equations and inequalities, and related
applications. The TI-83 or TI-83 Plus calculator is required and used throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): DSPM 0700 or equivalent math placement score
DSPM 0850 Intermediate Algebra 3 Credits
This course includes the study of quadratics, rational and radical functions and their graphs,
polynomial expressions , quadratic equations and inequalities, rational expressions and equations ,
radical expressions and equations, and related applications. The TI-83 or TI-83 Plus calculator
is required and used throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): DSPM 0800 or equivalent
MATH 1010 Survey of Mathematics 3 Credits
Topics include critical thinking skills, problem solving, logic, geometry with some right triangle
trigonometry, measurement, consumer math, probability and statistics. Prerequisite(s):
High school algebra I and algebra II and ACT math score of at least 19; or DSPM 0850 or equivalent
math placement score
MATH 1130 College Algebra 3 Credits
This course is designed for students who are not in University Parallel/College Transfer
programs of science, mathematics, engineering, or computer science. Topics include linear,
polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs and applications ;
linear and nonlinear models. Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and
ACT math score of at least 19; or DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement score
MATH 1410 The Structure of the Number System 3 Credits
Recommended for prospective elementary education teachers. Topics include problem solving,
sets and relations, numeration systems, integers, elementary number theory, rational numbers,
decimals and algebraic applications. Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II
and geometry and ACT math score of at least 19; or DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement
score
MATH 1420 Geometry/Statistics 3 Credits
Recommended for prospective elementary education teachers. Topics include elementary
probability and statistics, basic plane and 3-space geometry, congruence and similarity, constructions,
transformations, area, volume, surface area and measurements. Prerequisite(s):
High school algebra I and algebra II and geometry and ACT math score of at least 19; or
DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement score
MATH 1530 Elementary Probability & Statistics 3 Credits
Topics include elementary probability theory, concepts of descriptive statistics, discrete and
continuous distributions, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, sample sizes, correlation,
regression, multinominal and contingency tables. Noncalculus based. Computer applications
will be investigated. Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and ACT math score
of at least 19; or DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement score
MATH 1630 Finite Mathematics 3 Credits
Linear functions and applications, interest, annuities, amortization, systems of linear equations,
including Gauss-Jordan elimination, and matrix theory. Linear programming using
graphical and simplex methods. ACT math score of at least 21 is recommended.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and precalculus and satisfactory placement
test scores; or MATH 1130 or 1710
MATH 1710 Precalculus Algebra 3 Credits
Linear functions and applications, interest, annuities, amortization, systems of linear equations,
including Gauss-Jordan elimination, and matrix theory. Linear programming using
graphical and simplex methods. ACT math score of at least 21 is recommended.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and precalculus and satisfactory placement
test scores; or MATH 1130 or 1710
MATH 1720 Precalculus Trigonometry 3 Credits
Precalculus trigonometry for students in University Parallel/transfer programs of science,
mathematics, engineering or computer science. This is one of two courses in a sequence that
prepares students for Calculus I. It provides a review of plane trigonometry and other analytical
aspects used in calculus. This course is a prerequisite for MATH 1910 if high school
trigonometry has not been completed. Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II
and ACT math score of at least 19; or DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement score
MATH 1730 Precalculus 5 Credits
Precalculus for students in University Parallel/College Transfer programs of science, mathematics,
engineering or computer science. This course prepares students for Calculus I.
Review of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Topics include
systems of equations and inequalities, maximization, trigonometric definitions, graphs, equations
and identities, exponential and logarithmic functions and complex numbers .
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and ACT math score of at least 19; or
DSPM 0850 or equivalent math placement score
MATH 1830 Basic Calculus & Modeling 4 Credits
Topics include differentiation and integration of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic
functions and methods of numerical integration. Topics from business modeling, such
as economic applications and case studies, will be explored with computer simulations, computer
labs, or calculators. Agraphing calculator is required. Prerequisite(s): High school algebra
I and algebra II and precalculus and satisfactory placement scores; or MATH 1130 or 1710
or 1730
MATH 1910 Calculus I 4 Credits
Single variable calculus for students majoring in science, mathematics, engineering and
computer science. Limits and differentiation of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential
and logarithmic functions and applications. ACT math score of at least 26 is recommended.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra I and algebra II and geometry and trigonometry and
satisfactory placement test scores; or MATH 1730; or MATH 1710 and 1720
MATH 1920 Calculus II 4 Credits
Integral calculus with applications. Topics include methods of integration, sequences, series,
polar coordinates and differential equations. Applications include real-world problems in
physics, engineering, economics and biology. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910
MATH 2000 Matrix Computations 1 Credits
Introduction to matrix calculations, including determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
For students in engineering transfer programs. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2110 or consent of
instructor
MATH 2010 Matrix Algebra 3 Credits
Topics include solutions of systems of linear equations and Euclidean vector operations.
Concepts of linear independence, basis and dimension, rank, and nullity are defined and illustrated.
Additional topics include eigensystems and general linear transformations. A computer
laboratory component is required. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920
MATH 2050 Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits
Descriptive statistics, including bivariate trends, time series, concepts of probability and
probability distributions, binomial and normal distributions, linear correlation and regression,
estimation and significance tests for means, contingency tables, chi- square tests for goodness
of fit and independence. A computer laboratory component is included. Prerequisite(s):
MATH 1830 or 1910
MATH 2110 Calculus III 4 Credits
Calculus of functions in two or more dimensions. Topics include solid analytic geometry,
partial differentiation, multiple integration and selected topics in vector calculus.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920
MATH 2120 Differential Equations 3 Credits
A first course in differential equations emphasizing solution techniques. Includes first-order
equations and applications, theory of linear equations, basic second- order equations and applications,
Laplace transforms, and series solutions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1920
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