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Mathematics N03
Basic Mathematics


Units: 1
Class hours: 16 lecture total
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

An intense review of fractions including the functions of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with special emphasis on vocabulary, determining the lowest common multiple and signed fractions. Grade: CR/NCR only.

Mathematics N04
Basic Mathematics


Units: 1
Class hours: 16 lecture total
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

An intense review of signed numbers (whole numbers, fractions, decimals) utilizing the math functions of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with emphasis on applications and solving simple equations. Grade: CR/NCR only.

Mathematics N05
Basic Mathematics


Units: 0.5-3.
Class hours: Variable.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Reviews whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, geometric formulas and signed numbers using lectures, self-paced computer assisted instruction, and manipulative activities. Not applicable to associate degree. Open entry/open exit. Grade: CR/NCR only.

Mathematics N06
Essential Mathematics


Units: 3.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Reviews whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, geometric formulas and signed numbers. Not applicable to associate degree.

Mathematics 030
Coping with Math Anxiety


Units: 1.
Class hours: 8-16 weeks, 8-16 lecture total.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Covers the concept of math anxiety - what causes it and how to overcome it. Includes review and practice of basic math skills.

Mathematics N48
Pre-Algebra/Algebra Basics


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics N05 or N06 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 1 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics N05 or N06.
Advisory reading level: 2.

For students who have little or no previous algebra experience. This course offers an introduction to basic algebra concepts, math vocabulary, algebraic operations. This course is intended to be a bridge from basic arithmetic to elementary algebra. Not applicable to associate degree.

Mathematics 053
Technical Mathematics


Units: 3.
Class hours: 48 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics N48 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 1 Exam.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Ratios and proportions, formulas, measurements (linear, surface, and volume), geometric construction, and right triangles. Basics of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry for the manufacturing industry. (Same as Machine Technology 053).

Mathematics 057
Scientific Calculators


Units: 0.5.
Class hours: 16 lecture total.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 2.

This course teaches students how to use a scientific calculator to solve the types of problems they will encounter in N05, N06, 060 and 080. It is not intended to teach the mathematical concepts behind the problems. May be repeated. Grade: CR/NCR only.

Mathematics 060
Elementary Algebra


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics N48 or equivalent skills as measured by a satisfactory score on the Math Level 1 or 2 exam in combination with Pre-Algebra course).
Advisory reading level: 2.

Solutions and Applications of first and second degree equations, geometric concepts, graphs, inequalities, exponents, polynomials, algebraic fractions and functions.

Mathematics 070
Geometry


Units: 3.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics 060 or equivalent skills as measured by a satisfactory score on the Math Level 2 exam in combination with an Elementary Algebra course).
Advisory reading level: 2.

Basic Euclidean geometry. Includes concepts of lines, planes, triangles, congruence, proofs, inequalities, parallel lines, similarity, areas, and volumes.

Mathematics 080
Intermediate Algebra


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics 060 or equivalent skills as measured by a satisfactory score on the Math Level 2 exam in combination with an Elementary Algebra course).
Advisory reading level: 2.

Systems of equations: inequalities, radicals, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions, problem solving, conic sections.

Mathematics N85
Mathematics Review


Units: 0.
Class hours: Arranged.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in any mathematics course.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Individual and/or group review of Mathematics topics based on identified student needs. Students may be referred by any mathematics instructor. Not applicable to associate degree. Open entry/open exit. May be repeated.

Mathematics 088
Elementary and Intermediate

Algebra Review
Units: 6.
Class hours: 96 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080.
Advisory reading level: 2.

Rapid review of Elementary and Intermediate Algebra. For students who have successfully completed Intermediate Algebra several years ago and need to review before enrolling in transfer level mathematics courses.

Mathematics 105 (CAN MATH 2)
Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students


Units: 3.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 080.
Advisory reading level: 3.

An overview of mathematics for the liberal arts student. Topics will include financial management, probability, statistics, and selected other topics such as geometry, logic, mathematical modeling, and the history of mathematics.

Mathematics 137
Graphing Calculator Operation


Units: 0.5.
Class hours: 16 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Introduction to the TI graphing calculator. For students who are entering courses requiring a graphing calculator before they enroll in transfer level mathematics courses. May be repeated. Grade: CR/NCR only.

Mathematics 140 (CAN MATH 10)
College Algebra


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 080.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Survey of advanced topics in algebra: equations, inequalities and functions involving polynomials, rationals, exponentials, and logarithms with applications and graphing; sequences and series; counting theory; probability.

Mathematics 145
Finite Mathematics


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 080.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Algebra of sets, elementary combinatorics, binomial theorems, elementary probability, matrix algebra, linear programming and the simplex method of graph theory, mathematics of finance, descriptive statistics, introduction to the normal curve. Designed for students in computer sciences, biological, management, and social sciences.

Mathematics 150 (CAN MATH 34)
Calculus for Biological, Management and Social

Sciences
Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Mathematics 140 or 145 or equivalent skills as measured by a satisfactory score on the Math Level 3 Exam in combination with a course equivalent to Mathematics 140.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Survey of problems from the biological, management and social science fields which may be solved with the aid of calculus.

Mathematics 160 (CAN MATH 8)
Trigonometry


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 070 and 080 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 Exam and course equivalents.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Angles and their measurement, trigonometric functions and their applications, including vector problems. Use of trigonometric identities. Graphing the basic functions and variations, solving trigonometric equations. Graphing using polar coordinates, and use of complex numbers.

Mathematics 165
Introduction to Math Tutoring


Units: 1.
Class hours: 8 weeks, 16 lecture, 16 laboratory total.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Role and responsibility of the math tutor. Includes training in individualized and small group instruction, communication skills, cultural awareness, learning styles, problem solving techniques, new technologies, and an overview of the math curriculum.

Mathematics 170 (CAN MATH 16)
Pre-Calculus Mathematics


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 160 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 4 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 160.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Advanced algebraic topics. Study of rational, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, and analytic geometry. Preparation for Mathematics 180.

Mathematics 180 (CAN MATH 18)
(CAN MATH SEQ B = MATH 180+185)
(CAN MATH SEQ C = MATH 180+185+280)
Analytic Geometry and Calculus


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 170 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 4 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 170.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Limits and continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, and trigonometric functions. Applications including extrema tests, areas, volumes, arc length, and surface areas.

Mathematics 185 (CAN MATH 20)
(CAN MATH SEQ B = MATH 180+185)
(CAN MATH SEQ C = MATH 180+185+280)
Analytic Geometry and Calculus

Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 180 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 3.

Calculus of transcendental functions, integration techniques, conics, polar coordinates, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, and infinite series.

Mathematics 219 (CAN PSY6) (CAN STAT 2)
Statistics and Probability


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080 or 140 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 080 or 140.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Beginning course in statistics. Includes descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, confidence limits, regression, contingency tables, and non-parametric statistics. (Same as Social Science 219.)

Mathematics 219H
Honors Statistics and Probability


Units: 4.
Class hours: 80 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 080 or 140 with a grade of C or better or equivalent skills as measured by the Math Level 3 Exam and a course equivalent to Mathematics 080 or 140 and high school or college GPA of 3.0 or above.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Beginning course in statistics, using a seminar approach and computers. Includes descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, confidence limits, regression, contingency tables, and non-parametric statistics, with applications designed around the individual interests of students. (Same as Social Science 219H.)

Mathematics 270
Discrete Mathematics I


Units: 3.
Class hours: 48 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 180 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 4.

First of two semesters of discrete mathematics for computer related disciplines: Logic, truth tables, elementary set theory, proof techniques and combinations.

Mathematics 275
Discrete Mathematics II


Units: 3.
Class hours: 48 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 185 and 270 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Second of two semesters of discrete mathematics needed in computer related disciplines: Graph theory, Boolean Algebra, algebraic structures and linear algebra.

Mathematics 280 (CAN MATH 22)
(CAN MATH SEQ C = MATH 180+185+280)
Intermediate Calculus


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 185 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Vectors and three-dimensional space, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and vector analysis. Greens, Stokes, and divergence theorems.

Mathematics 290 (CAN MATH 26)
Linear Algebra


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 280 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Systems of linear equations, fundamentals of matrices, determinants, Euclidean and abstract vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, applications of linear algebra.

Mathematics 295 (CAN MATH 24)
Beginning Differential Equations


Units: 4.
Class hours: 64 lecture total.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 280 with a grade of C or better.
Advisory reading level: 4.

Introduction to the theory, techniques and applications of ordinary differential equations, first and second order ODEs, linear systems of ODEs, infinite series, LaPlace transforms; matrix solutions and eigenvalues; linear independence, and methods. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Mathematics 290 recommended.

 

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