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MAT - Mathematics
  

MAT 109 – Introductory Mathematics  (4 Credits)
  
Designed for those students with little or no experience with algebra.  Emphasis is placed on the basic concepts found in algebra including operations with signed numbers, fractions, properties of real numbers, order of operations, inequalities, evaluation and simplification of algebraic expressions, solutions to linear equations with applications, exponents, polynomials, and factoring.

MAT 111 - College Algebra   (4 Credits)
   A course which is designed to enhance the student’s essential algebra skills.  Topics include linear equations and applications, inequalities, graphing, exponents, polynomials, factoring, and rational expressions.  Applications in the real world are emphasized.  The TI 83 graphing calculator is used.

MAT 136 - Precalculus   (4 Credits)
   A focus on functions: notation, graphs, manipulation, evaluation and interpretation. Word problems involving functions are explored in depth with stress placed on interpretation of solutions. Algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions are included. Techniques to simplify expressions and equations involving functions are investigated. Students assess and analyze problems, prepare and implement plans of action, interpret results and revise plans of action in an organized format. Group work and written communication skills are encouraged. The graphical calculator plays a significant role, particularly for its programming and graphing capabilities.
   Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 111 with a grade of 70% or higher is required.

MAT 234 - Finite Mathematics (4 Credits)
    This course is divided into three parts.  Part I is a study of logic, with emphasis on logic operations, truth tables, arguments, and analyzing arguments with truth tables.  Part II introduces the student to sets, basic counting techniques and probability topics.  Part III covers the method of linear programming, presenting both the graphical method and the simplex method.  Special topics such as Markov chains will be also introduced.  The graphical calculator TI 83 is required for this course.
    Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 136, Precalculus,  with a grade of 70% or higher is required.

MAT 298 - Calculus   (4 Credits)
   The students will be introduced to calculus and its application in various areas of knowledge.  The student will further its study of functions.  The course will focus on limits, continuity, differentiation and its application to business and economics.
   Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 136, Precalculus, with a grade of 70% or higher is required.

MAT 299 - Problem Solving   (4 Credits)
   Students will be introduced to some new calculus topics and to methods of solving problems in their areas of interest.  The students will be introduced to integration, numerical integration and applications of integration.  Next we will study multivariate functions with an emphasis on problem solving skills and finally applied probability concepts in calculus.

 
Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 298, Calculus with a grade of 70% or higher is required.


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