Course Code : MA 214

Course Description :

Studies the properties and techniques of matrices, determinants, vector spaces, bases, linear dependence, linear transformation and orthogonality.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA131

Course Code : MA 220

Course Description :

Develops the basic theorems of calculus; develops the concepts of limit and continuity; studies techniques for finding the limit and the derivative of algebraic and trigonometric functions; applies the techniques of calculus to curve sketching, the study of motion and other fields of application; introduction to integral calculus.

Credit : 4

Prerequisites :

MA131 or placement test

Course Code : MA 221

Course Description :

Continues the development of the basic theorems of calculus; applications of the integral; differentiation and integration of exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; and some techniques of integration.

Credit : 4

Prerequisites :

MA220 or placement test

Course Code : MA 307

Course Description :

Considers the axiomatic approach to geometry; compares the various analyses of Euclid's Fifth Postulate and resulting non-Euclidean geometries; studies several finite geometries.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA309 or Departmental approval.

Course Code : MA 309

Course Description :

Introduction to concepts and tools used in abstract mathematics. Emphasis on writing of proofs. Elementary logic and set theory, formal axiom systems, transfinite numbers, the real number system, and the foundations of mathematics.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA221, MA220

Course Code : MA 324

Course Description :

Extends the study of the techniques of integration; studies series, parametric equations, conic sections and vectors in a plane; includes applications.

Credit : 4

Prerequisites :

MA221

Course Code : MA 325

Course Description :

Completes the study of series and vectors and extends the concepts and techniques of the calculus of one variable to several variables.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA214, MA324

Course Code : MA 420

Course Description :

Explores algebraic structures groups, rings, fields and integral domains; also, Peanos postulates and elementary number theory.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA309

Course Code : MA 450

Course Description :

This course will review the mathematics concepts that students learned in their major required courses, show the interconnectivity between the various mathematics disciplines, and introduce new topics that are not covered in the major courses. Also, students will be guided in their research questions for their outcomes assessment. Limited to second semester juniors and seniors. Pass/Fail.

Credit : 1

Course Code : MA 105

Course Description :

This course is designed for liberal arts, social science, humanities and communications majors. Introductory topics include: cryptology; numeration systems; history of mathematics; basic statistics; and sets. This course is not open to students majoring in elementary education, mathematics, business, biology, chemistry, computer information systems, medical technology and nursing.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 106

Course Description :

This course places special emphasis on applications to business, social sciences and related fields. Introductory topics are selected from some of the following: algebra; functions; graphing; interpretation of charts and graphs; data analysis; statistics; simple and compound interest; and consumer mathematics. This course is open to all students.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 113

Course Description :

This course is designed to be an intensive college algebra course to prepare some students who are majoring in STEM subject areas for the transition from MA 090 Basic Algebra or high school math, to higher level mathematics courses. It will cover algebraic concepts, graphing techniques and calculator use.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 116

Course Description :

Introduces problem solving skills in mathematics. Topics also include number systems and operations, estimations, geometry, measurements, symmetries, and tessellations. Graphing calculators and other technologies will be introduced in the application of the topics. Oral and written communication will be emphasized. Not open to students majoring in mathematics, biology, and medical technology.

Credit : 3 – 0

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 117

Course Description :

Topics include algebra, functions, graphing, probability, data analysis, statistics, and proportional reasoning. Graphing calculators and other technologies will be introduced in the application of the topics. Oral and written communication will be emphasized. Not open to students majoring in mathematics, biology, and medical technology.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 125

Course Description :

This course examines the nature of mathematics and provides an understanding of the role of mathematics in people's everyday lives and its extension into the global community. In addition to the study of mathematicians, the history of mathematics and numeration systems, students will explore mathematics as it relates to situations from any of the following areas such as architecture and construction, art, cryptography, fractals, music, nature, and sets. This course is open to all students and fulfills the Global Awareness and Cultural Understanding cluster in the enriched core. 

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

none

Course Code : MA 130

Course Description :

Studies the real number system, algebraic expressions, exponents, radicals, solutions of equations and inequalities, rational and polynomial functions; emphasizes the use of algebraic techniques in the solution of problems from a variety of disciplines.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA 090 or placement test

Course Code : MA 131

Course Description :

Concentrates on the exponential logarithmic trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, their graphs, properties and relations; also included are polar coordinates and the conic sections. Recommended as preparation in trigonometry for the study of calculus.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA 130

Course Code : MA 207

Course Description :

Introduces the fundamentals of statistics as employed in a variety of disciplines. Includes sampling, descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous probability distributions, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA120, MA131, MA130, MA112, MA222, MA140, MA220, MA116, MA106, Core requirement in mathematics.

Course Code : MA 214

Course Description :

Studies the properties and techniques of matrices, determinants, vector spaces, bases, linear dependence, linear transformation and orthogonality.

Credit : 3

Prerequisites :

MA131

Course Code : MA 216

Course Description :

Extends the study of Linear Algebra. Topics include eigenvalues and eigenvectors, LU-facotrization, the application of systems of linear equations, matrix operations, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, and linear transformations.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA221, MA214

Course Code : MA 218

Course Description :

This course eplores a variety of themes in mathematics, such as, calculation, number bases, geometry, algebra, infinity and analytic geometry. Studies will include historical development and contributions for various civiliziations ranging from Babylonia and Egypt and the Middle East and onto modern Europe. In addition, to gaining, a deeper understanding of mathematics, students will pbtain an appreciation of the role mathematics has played for centuries in a variety of cultures.

Credit : 3

Instruction methods : Lecture: 3 Hours

Prerequisites :

MA112, MA118, MA220 Calculus I

Course Code : MA 220

Course Description :

Develops the basic theorems of calculus; develops the concepts of limit and continuity; studies techniques for finding the limit and the derivative of algebraic and trigonometric functions; applies the techniques of calculus to curve sketching, the study of motion and other fields of application; introduction to integral calculus.

Credit : 4

Prerequisites :

MA131 or placement test