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MTH 101 Elementary Algebra

The real number system, variables, algebraic expressions, exponents, Cartesian coordinate system, linear equations, percent, polynomial operations, reading graphs. Word problems emphasized. This course may only be used as a General Elective on the BS degree. Cannot be used to fulfill the Area 2 Natural Sciences requirement. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: Placement.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 103QR Quantitative Reasoning for Informed Citizens

Quantitative reasoning skills useful in an individual's private, civic, and professional life. Topics may include: financial management, insurance, personal health, and environmental and social concerns. Quantitative Reasoning.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 105 Intermediate Algebra

Rational and radical expressions and equations, integer and rational exponents, functions, graphs, systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic equations. Successful completion of this course satisfies the University Mathematics Competency requirement. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Prerequisite: Placement or successful completion of MTH 101.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 107 College Algebra

Complex numbers, introduction to functions, zeros, graphing, linear functions, quadratic functions, intersections of graphs, interpreting graphs, inequalities, polynomial and rational functions, algebra of functions. Course does not count toward a major, minor in mathematics except for students pursuing a B.S. in Ed., Elementary Education. Recommended: Successful completion of MTH 105.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 109 Plane Trigonometry

Solutions of triangles, trigonometric equations, and identities. No credit in MTH 109 after credit earned in MTH 130. Course does not count toward a major, minor in mathematics except for students pursuing a B.S. in Ed., Elementary Emphasis. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Recommended: one and one-half years of high school algebra; or successful completion of MTH 107 and one year of high school geometry.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 113 Mathematics: A Modeling Approach

The role of mathematics in modeling real world phenomena is explored. Such mathematical areas as graph theory, linear programming, probability theory, and difference equations are developed as solution techniques for concrete problems from many disciplines. Recommended: Two years of high school mathematics or equivalent. (University Program Group II-B: Quantitative and Mathematical Sciences)

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 130 Pre-Calculus Mathematics

Sets, mathematical induction, functions, relations, theory of equations, analytic geometry. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Recommended: MTH 107, 109.

Credits
4(4-0)

MTH 132 Calculus I

Limits, continuity, interpretations of the derivative, differentiation of elementary functions, applications of derivatives, antiderivatives, Riemann sums, definite integrals, fundamental theorem of calculus. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Recommended: MTH 107, 109; or MTH 130. (University Program Group II-B: Quantitative and Mathematical Sciences)

Credits
4(4-0)

MTH 133 Calculus II

Techniques of integration, applications of definite integrals, improper integrals, elementary differential equations, infinite series, Taylor series, and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: MTH 132.

Credits
4(4-0)

MTH 151 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I

Mathematical background for elementary teachers. Sets, historical and modern numeration systems, operations with natural numbers, rational numbers, elementary number theory. Admission limited to students pursuing a B.S. in Ed., Elementary emphasis. Prerequisite: C or better in one of: MTH 105, 107, 109, 130, 132. Pre/Co-requisite: EDU 107.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 152 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II

Continuation of MTH 151. Decimals, percent, ratio/proportion, geometry (concepts and measurement), probability, statistics. Prerequisites: MTH 151 with a grade of C or better; one of: MTH 105, 107, 109, 130, 132.

Credits
3(3-0)

MTH 175 Discrete Mathematics

Topics in discrete mathematics including sequences, graphs, mathematical induction, recursion, number theory, combinatorial counting, difference equations, algorithms, and Boolean Algebra. No credit in MTH 175 after credit in MTH 375 or MTH 332. Prerequisite: MTH 130 or 132 or 133.

Credits
3(3-0)