Course Descriptions

MATH 1100  Understanding College Mathematics (3 units)

Topics covered include how to study mathematics, scientific notation, computations with a calculator, representing data, graphs, basic statistics, principles of signed arithmetic, and introduction to algebra. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. This course may be waived by a placement examination into MATH 2000. Fall, Spring Semesters (Day Division and Pathways).

MATH 1200  Elementary Algebra for University Students (3 units)

A basic course in algebra covering integers and real numbers, whole number exponents, linear equations, Cartesian coordinates and graphing of linear equations and verbal problems, systems of linear equations, polynomials, and factoring. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1100 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 3 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1210  Elementary and Intermediate Algebra for University Students (4 units)

A combined course in elementary and intermediate algebra. Topics include integers and real numbers, whole number exponents, linear equations, Cartesian coordinates and graphing of linear equations, systems of linear equations, polynomials, factoring, scientific notation, algebraic fractions, radicals and radical equations, higher order equations, and application problems. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1100 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 4 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1300  Intermediate Algebra for University Students (3 units)

An innovative second course in algebra using real data, graphs, and tables to give meaning to the concepts studied. Topics include describing data, functions and their use in modeling, linear equations, linear models, and linear inequalities, polynomials and factoring, quadratic functions and models, rational functions and equations and modeling with proportions and variations. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1200 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 3 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1400  College Algebra (3 units)

A course that consistently links mathematical concepts to real-world applications by moving from the concrete to the abstract. Topics covered include data and problem solving, visualizing data, functions and their representations, linear functions and models, polynomial functions and models, equations and inequalities, graphs and functions, zeros of polynomial functions, logarithmic and exponential growth and constructing nonlinear models and systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1210 or MATH 1300 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 3 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1450  Mathematical Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning (4 units)

An introductory university mathematics course designed to enable students to see mathematics as an enriching and empowering discipline. Topics covered include principles of reasoning, problem solving tools, fundamentals of statistics, modeling our world, exponential growth and decay, fundamentals of probability, putting statistics to work, real-world mathematical applications. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 or MATH 1300 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better or satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam. 4 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1500  Precalculus (3 units)

A unified course in plane analytic geometry and trigonometry taught from concrete real-world applications. A variety of data based, contemporary applications are used to motivate the mathematics through modeling and visualization. Applications are integrated with mathematical concepts enabling the students to enhance their intuition and understanding while developing their symbolic, graphical and numerical skills. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1400 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. or equivalent. 3 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 1600/1700  Calculus (4 units each)

These courses explore elementary differential and integral calculus with applications in business, social sciences, sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Every topic is considered graphically, numerically and analytically enabling the student to gain a deep understanding of one of the most important accomplishments of the millennium – calculus. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: sufficient score on mathematics placement exam or MATH 1500 or with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better equivalent. 4 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 2000  Finite Mathematics and Mathematical Logic (6 units)

Foundations of mathematics provide a logical base to reason in mathematics and everyday life. Topics include set theory, combinatorics, probability, and various introductory topics in statistics such as graphical data representation, frequency distributions, sampling, normal density curve, correlation, and linear regression. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH 1100 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better or satisfactory score on the Pathways mathematics placement exam. Fall, Spring Semesters, and Summer Sessions (Pathways).

MATH 2400  Probability and Statistics (3 units)

Elementary probability, organization of data, binomial and normal distributions, sampling, basic statistics, hypothesis testing, regression, correlation. This course uses both a statistical calculator and statistical software. Prerequisite: MATH 1400 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better or sufficient score on the mathematics placement exam. 3 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 2450  Mathematical and Biostatistical Methods for Heath Professionals (4 units)

An introductory university mathematics course designed for students who intend to become health science professionals. Topics covered include problem-solving tools, fundamentals of biostatistics, modeling disease, fundamentals of probability and probability models, putting biostatistics to work, health and the power of numbers. Purchase of a specific brand and model of a graphing calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH 1210 or MATH 1300 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Exam. 4 hours. Fall, Spring Semesters.

MATH 2999/4999  Independent Study (1-3 units)

Directed reading and development of mathematical ideas. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. 2-6 hours.

MATH 3110  Math for Elementary Teachers: Structure of the Real Number System and Pedagogy (3 units)

Topics include problem solving techniques, sets and operations, whole numbers, fractions, percents, stems of numeration, development of the decimal system including natural numbers, integers, rational and irrational numbers. This course is for Liberal Studies/Teacher Education Majors and prospective elementary teachers. Prerequisite: MATH 1400 or 1450 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 3 hours. Fall Semesters.

MATH 3120  Mathematics for Elementary Teachers: Geometry Explorations and Pedagogy (2 units)

Topics include reasoning and conjecture, axioms of geometry, angle relationships, similarity, congruence, transformations, and measurement. This course is intended for Liberal Studies/Teacher Education Majors and prospective elementary teachers. Prerequisite: MATH 1400 or 1450. with a grade of ‘C’ (2.0) or better. 2 hours. Spring Semesters.

MATH 4994  Teaching Assistantship (1-3 units)

This course provides teaching experience at the undergraduate level. This course allows students to gain experience designing problem set and working with students both in a classroom and on an individual basis. 2-6 hours. Prerequisite: consent of the instructor. Fall, Spring Semesters.