Mathematics
Assistant Professors Harpster and Patel Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Mathematics is to provide students with a high quality education that enables them to understand the logical structure, application, and historical background of mathematics. Upon graduation, students should be well prepared to either enter the job market or continue their education in a graduate program. Ultimately, our students should become independent lifelong learners. Course Descriptions (Math)
Two years of high school algebra or college equivalent. Spring
101‑3 Ideas in Mathematics An overview of basic mathematics concepts — logic, sets, number theory, operations and properties of sets of numbers, algebra, geometry, measurement and problem solving, consumer math, and the historical roots of mathematics. Fall and Spring
111-3 College Algebra A study of exponents, radicals, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational functions, logarithms, and graphing. Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or college equivalent. Placement exam required or a grade of C- or higher in Math 102. Offered as needed
102‑3 Intermediate Algebra Topics include linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, rational functions, exponents, and graphing. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra, or by placement. Fall and Spring Math 105-3 Applied Business Statistics This in an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, intended for students pursuing a degree in the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics. Topics covered include: collecting, organizing and describing data; probability, random variables, and probability distributions; sampling and normal distributions; estimation; hypothesis testing; categorical data and goodness-of-fit tests; and linear regression. Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or college equivalent. Fall 106‑3 Mathematical Applications for Management This is a study of math concepts, used as tools, specifically in business functions. Topics covered include: linear equations and inequalities; linear programming; matrices; mathematics of finance; and basic probability and statistics. Prerequisite:
112-3 Trigonometry A study of right-triangle and circular trigonometry, including: trigonometric functions, identities, analytic trigonometry, and applications. Prerequisite: Placement exam or a grade of C- or better in Math 111. Offered as needed 113-4 Pre-Calculus This course serves as a stepping stone for students (math/engineering/science majors) interested in taking calculus. In this course, the students will acquire a solid foundation in two key topics required for success in calculus - algebra and trigonometry. The following topics will be covered: properties and graphs of functions (polymonial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonomietric functions); solving algebraic and trigonometric equations; and trigonometric identities. Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra. Fall. 130-3 Applied Calculus Elementary concepts of differential and integral calculus as applied to business and economics. 157
