Catalog 2017-18 - Addendum 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
Catalog 2017-18 - Addendum [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Languages

  
  • CHN 201 - Second Year Chinese I

    4.00 credits
    Reviews and expands language proficiency as well as cultural awareness and understanding from first-year Mandarin Chinese. Emphasizes effective skills in both the written and spoken language. The first course of a three-course sequence of second-year Mandarin Chinese. Prerequisite: CHN 103 or instructor approval. F
  
  • CHN 202 - Second Year Chinese II

    4.00 credits
    Expands language proficiency as well as cultural awareness and understanding. The second course of a three-course sequence of second-year Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Emphasizes improving effective communicative skills in both the written and spoken language and an understanding of Chinese culture. Prerequisite: CHN 201 or instructor approval. W
  
  • CHN 203 - Second Year Chinese III

    4.00 credits
    Expands language proficiency as well as cultural awareness and understanding. The third course of a three-course sequence of second-year Mandarin Chinese language and culture. Emphasizes improving effective communication skills in both the written and spoken language and understanding Chinese culture. Prerequisite: CHN 202 or instructor approval. SP
  
  • FRE 101 - First Year French I

    4.00 credits
    Emphasizes active communication in beginning French. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary and culture. F
  
  • FRE 102 - First Year French II

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of FRE 101. Emphasizes active communication in French. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Recommended: Completion of FRE 101 or instructor approval. W
  
  • FRE 103 - First Year French III

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of FRE 102. Emphasizes active communication in beginning academic French. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Recommended: Completion of FRE 102 or instructor approval. S
  
  • FRE 201 - Second Year French I

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of first-year French, reviewing, expanding, and perfecting pronunciation, structure, and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Recommended: Completion of FR 103 or instructor permission. F
  
  • FRE 202 - Second Year French II

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Recommended: Completion of FRE 201 or instructor approval. W
  
  • FRE 203 - Second Year French III

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Recommended: Completion of FRE 202 or instructor approval. S
  
  • GER 101 - First Year German I

    4.00 credits
    Emphasizes active communication in beginning German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. F
  
  • GER 101M - First Year German I

    5.00 credits
    Emphasizes active communication in beginning German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. F
  
  • GER 102 - First Year German II

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 101. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: GER 101 or instructor approval. W
  
  • GER 102M - First Year German II

    5.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 101M. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Recommended: Completion of GER 101M or instructor permission. W
  
  • GER 103 - First Year German III

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 102. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: GER 102 or instructor approval. SP
  
  • GER 103M - First Year German III

    5.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 102M. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Recommended: Completion of GER 102M or instructor permission. SP
  
  • GER 201 - Second Year German I

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of first-year German, reviewing, expanding, and perfecting pronunciation, structure, and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: SPA 103 or instructor approval. F
  
  • GER 202 - Second Year German II

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: GER 201 or instructor approval. W
  
  • GER 203 - Second Year German III

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: GER 202 or instructor approval. SP
  
  • JPN 101 - First Year Japanese I

    4.00 credits
    The first course within a set of three consecutive first year courses for the beginning student of Japanese. Emphasis is on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate the student’s basic communication skill in real world social situations. The student will also study hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. F
  
  • JPN 101M - First Year Japanese I

    5.00 credits
    Emphasizes the spoken language of Japanese. The skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are developed with emphasis on active use of these skills. Hiragana and Katakana syllabaries are introduced. Information is offered to help gain cultural awareness and appreciation. F
  
  • JPN 102 - First Year Japanese II

    4.00 credits
    The second course within a set of three consecutive first year courses for the beginning student of Japanese. Emphasis is on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate the student’s basic communication skill in real world social situations. The student will also study hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. Recommended prerequisite: JPN 101 or instructor approval. W
  
  • JPN 102M - First Year Japanese II

    5.00 credits
    Expands communicative use of Japanese and cultural awareness. Practice of hiragana and katakana syllabaries continued. Kanji characters are introduced. Communicative proficiency is the main objective of the sequence. Recommended: Completion of JPN 101M or instructor permission. W
  
  • JPN 103 - First Year Japanese III

    4.00 credits
    The third course within a set of three consecutive first year courses for the beginning student of Japanese. Emphasis is on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate the student’s basic communication skill in real world social situations. The student will also study hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. Recommended prerequisite: JPN 102 or instructor approval. SP
  
  • JPN 103M - First Year Japanese III

    5.00 credits
    Expands further the communicative use of Japanese and cultural awareness. The practice of hiragana and katakana syllabaries and kanji characters are continued. Communicative proficiency is the main objective of the sequence. Recommended: Completion of JPN 102M or instructor permission. SP
  
  • JPN 201 - Second Year Japanese I

    4.00 credits
    The first course within a set of three consecutive second year courses for the intermediate student of Japanese. Emphasis is on building reading and writing skills, and vocabulary acquisition. The student will study 165 kanji, elements of advanced grammar, and Japanese culture. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and katakana is required. The student will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Prerequisite: Three quarters of first year Japanese language. F
  
  • JPN 202 - Second Year Japanese II

    4.00 credits
    The second course within a set of three consecutive second year courses for the intermediate student of Japanese. Emphasis is on building reading and writing skills, and vocabulary acquisition. The student will study 165 kanji, elements of advanced grammar, and Japanese culture. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and katakana is required. The student will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Recommended prerequisite: JPN 201 or instructor approval. W
  
  • JPN 203 - Second Year Japanese III

    4.00 credits
    The third course within a set of three consecutive second year courses for the intermediate student of Japanese. Emphasis is on building reading and writing skills, and vocabulary acquisition. The student will study 165 kanji, elements of advanced grammar, and Japanese culture. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and katakana is required. The student will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Recommended prerequisite: JPN 202 or instructor approval. SP
  
  • SPA 101 - First Year Spanish I

    4.00 credits
    Beginning communication in Spanish. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. F
  
  • SPA 101M - First Year Spanish I

    5.00 credits
    Beginning communication in Spanish. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. As Announced.
  
  • SPA 102 - First Year Spanish II

    4.00 credits
    Active communication in Spanish. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: SPA 101. W
  
  • SPA 103 - First Year Spanish III

    4.00 credits
    Active communication in Spanish. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: SPA 102. SP
  
  • SPA 201 - Second Year Spanish I

    4.00 credits
    Reviews and expands the use of basic vocabulary, structural patterns, indicative tenses and commands from first-year college Spanish. Listen, speak, write, and read in Spanish. SPA 103 or instructor permission required. F
  
  • SPA 202 - Second Year Spanish II

    4.00 credits
    Practice and expand vocabulary and structures. Emphasizes subjunctive tenses to express personal feelings, doubts, and opinions in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA 201 or instructor permission. W
  
  • SPA 203 - Second Year Spanish III

    4.00 credits
    Practice and expand vocabulary and subjunctive patterns. Listen, speak, read, write, and begin to sense the culture in the idiom. Prerequisite: SPA 202 or instructor permission. SP
  
  • SPA 298 - Independent Study: Spanish

    3.00 credits
    Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of SPA not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in SPA. As Announced.
  
  • SPA 299 - Special Studies: Spanish

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of SPA not usually covered in depth in other SPA courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in SPA. As Announced.

Manufacturing

  
  • MFG 120 - Manufacturing Process I

    2.00 credits
    An introductory course in metal removal processes emphasizing drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Includes tool-bit grinding. Emphasis on production speeds and feeds. All lab practice will be on conventional machines.
  
  • MFG 120L - Manufacturing Process I Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 120.
  
  • MFG 121 - Manufacturing Process II - CNC

    2.00 credits
    An introductory course in metal removal processes emphasizing drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Will include tool grinding. Emphasis on computer numerically controlled (CNC) concept and machining. All lab practice will be on CNC machines.
  
  • MFG 121L - Manufacturing Process II - CNC Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 121.
  
  • MFG 122 - Manufacturing Process III - CNC

    2.00 credits
    MFG 122 is a follow-up course in metal removal processes - emphasis on conversational NC and CNC drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Will include tool grinding. Course stress will be on CNC (conversational) process, planning, concepts and machining. All lab practice will be offline on simulators and online using conversational NC and CNC machines.
  
  • MFG 122L - Manufacturing Process III - CNC Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 122.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

  
  • CTE 101 - Career Technical Education Orientation

    1.00 credits
    This course introduces students to The Industrial and Engineering Systems Career Learning Area. Students will visit and see demonstrations pertaining to technologies used to design, develop, install, operate, and maintain industrial and engineering systems.
  
  • DST 111 - Basic Electricity

    2.00 credits
    Provides basic instruction in the principles of electricity in industrial applications. The course will discuss safety, AC/DC voltages, and emphasize practical applications.
  
  • DST 241 - Basic Hydraulics and Pneumatics

    2.00 credits
    This course provides basic instruction in the principles and applications of fluid power in industrial applications. The course will discuss safety, installation, troubleshooting, basic components, theory and practices of industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  
  • MET 102 - Basic Engineering Materials

    2.00 credits
    Introduces materials and metallurgy to include structure, selection, and use. Survey of materials used in industry and their physical and chemical attributes as they relate to properties, corrosion, and engineering applications. Major consideration given to metal alloys and wood. Introduction to polymers, ceramics, and composites included.
  
  • MET 241 - CAD for Mechanical Design I

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of AutoCAD (mechanical) software in 2D environment. Use 2D software practice to develop into an apprentice level wireframe computer aided design technician.
  
  • MET 241L - CAD for Mechanical Design I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 241.
  
  • MET 242 - CAD for Mechanical Design II

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of AutoCAD (mechanical) software in 3D environment. Use 3D software, practice to develop into an apprentice level computer aided design technician.
  
  • MET 242L - CAD for Mechanical Design II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 242.
  
  • MET 243 - CAD for Mechanical Design III

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of SOLIDWORKS® software in solid modeling design environment. Use 3D solid modeling practice to develop into an apprentice level computer aided design technician.
  
  • MET 243L - CAD for Mechanical Design III L

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 243.

Medical

  
  • MDA 100 - Exploring Health Careers

    1.00 credits
    Course will explore health careers such as nursing, physical therapy, dental hygiene, and emergency medical services. Guest speakers from different health career areas will be invited to the classroom to provide students with an understanding of college requirements, performance skill levels, salaries, and availability of job opportunities. F
  
  • MDA 101 - Medical Terminology I

    3.00 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and abbreviations by body system. Prerequisite: Recommended placement into WRI 121. F, SP
  
  • MDA 102 - Medical Terminology II

    3.00 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffices, word roots, and abbreviations by body system. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 101. SU, W

Multimedia

  
  • MMT 199 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MMT not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MMT. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 239 - Digital Drawing/Adobe Illustrator

    3.00 credits
    Introduces the basics of digital illustration working with both vector graphics and photo editing. Applies tablet technology and screen-based drawing to create digitized graphic elements such as image header, sidebar, banner, logo, and other elements commonly used design. Uses various software platforms, but focuses mainly on Adobe Digital Illustrator. Recommended: ART 131. Corequisite: MMT 239L. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 239L - Digital Draw/Adobe Illustrator Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MMT 239. Corequisite: MMT 239. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 240 - Digital Photography & Photoshop

    3.00 credits
    Students will learn the basics of digital photography, composition, and manipulation of images while using Adobe Photoshop. Investigate competent compact digital and DSLR camera handling techniques. The course emphasizes exposure control, digital management, image editing, printing and presentation. Examines important photographic themes, lighting, and composition. Use Photoshop in acquiring, preparing, manipulating, storing, outputting and/or uploading and displaying digital images. Requires access to a camera with manual exposure controls, DSLR (digital single-lens-reflex) cameras are preferred. Corequisite: MMT 240L. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 240L - Digital Photography & Photoshop Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 240. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 241 - Graphic Design for the Web

    3.00 credits
    This intermediate-level digital design course enables students to create web-based graphic and media solutions. Primary software programs include Adobe CS6 Illustrator (for illustrating) and Photoshop (for graphics production and image editing). Students build upon and apply previously learned skills that are specific for business marketing and digital communications and create digital art assets such as logos, buttons, headers, splash screens, infographics and various design and editing techniques for vector graphics, bitmap images, and photos. Both programs are used to integrate Photoshop and Illustrator files for web applications. Prerequisites: MMT 239 and MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 241L. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 241L - Graphic Design for the Web Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 241. Corequisite: MMT 241. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 260 - Video Production I

    3.00 credits
    Introduces digital video production, with a focus on the fundamentals of project planning, basic camera functions, shooting techniques, lighting principles, and audio recording fundamentals. Includes preproduction issues, production terminology, and evaluation of industry etiquette. Recommended: MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 260L. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 260L - Video Production I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 260. Corequisite: MMT 260. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 261 - Video Production II

    3.00 credits
    Continues video production at an intermediate level and includes creation in multiple genres of short-form videos. While applying storytelling and narrative techniques, students create and produce one-on-one interviews, on-the-street interviews, product demos, how-to videos, YouTube videos, web cam videos, and creative storytelling videos. Production equipment used includes digital cameras, lighting, microphones, backdrops, and apply multiple editing techniques. Prerequisites: MMT 260. Corequisite: MMT 261L. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 261L - Video Production II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 261. Corequisite: MMT 261. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 271 - Augmented Reality 1

    3.00 credits
    This course is designed to teach learners how to implement augmented reality using AR software. We will explore how to create AR markers and add content to those markers. The class will be project based with each student assigned a project to complete for the term. This class is aimed at individuals wishing to learn about AR in a practical environment. The learner is expected to be familiar with photography and creating video content. Exposure to the Unity software development environment is helpful but not required. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 272 - Augmented Reality 2

    3.00 credits
    This course explores more advanced augmented reality topics. We will explore multiple target database implementations for both devices (Android and iOS) and the Cloud. We will also explore topics including text recognition, markerless target recognition, and scripting. This class is aimed at individuals wishing to expand their knowledge of augmented reality in a practical environment. The class will be project based with each student assigned a project to complete for the term. Exposure to C# scripting will be a plus. Prerequisite: MMT 271 or instructor approval. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 273 - Augmented Reality 3

    3.00 credits
    This course introduces new topics to the augmented reality learner. We will explore geolocation augmented reality and augmented reality eyewear. This course will require C# scripting to take full advantage of the topics. The class will be project based with each student assigned a project to complete for the term. Prerequisite: MMT 272 or instructor approval. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 298 - Independent Study: Multimedia

    3.00 credits
    Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of MMT not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MMT. As Announced.
  
  • MMT 298A - Community Project Based Learning I

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of digital media not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for three credits, based on the student’s accomplishments, and community and project based opportunity. Recommended: Prior study in digital media and design. Prerequisite: Instructor permission is required prior to registration. As Announced
  
  • MMT 298B - Community Project Based Learning II

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of digital media not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for three credits, based on the student’s accomplishments, and community and project based opportunity. Recommended: Prior study in digital media and design. Prerequisite: MMT 298A. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. As Announced
  
  • MMT 298C - Community Project Based Learn III

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of digital media not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for three credits, based on the student’s accomplishments, and community and project based opportunity. Recommended: Prior study in digital media and design. Prerequisite: MMT 298A and MMT 298B. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. As Announced
  
  • MMT 299 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MMT not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MMT. As Announced.

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 10 - Basic Math

    4.00 credits
    Whole number and integer arithmetic. Develops skills with mathematical operations using whole numbers, integers, fractions, and decimals. Recommended: If available, students enrolling in this class are strongly encouraged to co-enroll in a section of CGS 010. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 20 - Basic Math (Arithmetic)

    4.00 credits
    Use of fractions, decimals, percent, integer arithmetic, order of operations, rules of exponents, square roots, and geometric properties to write, manipulate, interpret, and solve applications and formulas. Introduces concepts of basic statistics, charts, and graphs. Introduces basic concepts of elementary algebra. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 010 or placement by entrance exam. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 51 - Fractions & Rational Numbers

    1.00 credits
    Purpose of this elective course is self improvement in fraction and rational number skills. The following topics are covered: Meaning of fractions, simplification and building of equivalent fractions, operations with rational numbers, changing fractions to decimals, and applications of rational numbers. Scientific calculator is optional. Completion of MTH 010 and/or knowledge of signed numbers is recommended. As Announced.
  
  • MTH 52 - Computerized Self Paced Study Basic Mth/Elem Alg

    2.00 credits
    Students will use interactive computer software under the supervision of a facilitator to work at their own pace to cover some or all of the following topics: Whole number arithmetic, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percent, informal geometry, measurement, interpreting graphs, an introduction to statistics, real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving linear systems, exponents, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, rational exponents and radicals, and quadratic equations. As Announced.
  
  • MTH 60 - Introductory Algebra I

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Signed numbers, order of operations, fundamental properties of algebra, solutions of linear equations, the two-coordinate graphing plane, point plotting, graphing of linear equations, and basic geometric, statistical formulas, and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 020 or placement by entrance exam. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 65 - Introductory Algebra II

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Solving systems of equations, rules of exponents, order of operations, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, arithmetic operations of polynomials, factoring of polynomials, graphing of linear equations, and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 060 or instructor consent. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 70 - Elementary Algebra

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Fundamental properties of algebra, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, order of operations, rules of exponents, arithmetic operations of polynomials, factoring of polynomials, the two-coordinate graphing plane, point plotting, graphing of linear equations, and basic geometric and statistical formulas and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 020 or placement by entrance exam. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 95 - Intermediate Algebra

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Fundamentals of algebra, factoring of polynomials, solving quadratics using various techniques, simplifying of rational expressions, solving rational equations, simplifying of radical expressions, solving radical equations, definition of functions, evaluation of functions, and graphing of quadratics. Word problems will be included throughout the course. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisites for MTH 095 can be met by any of the three following methods: Successful completion of MTH 060 and MTH 065, or successful completion of MTH 070 or placement by entrance exam. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 98 - Intro to Quantitative Literacy

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Integers, order of operations, solving algebraic equations, creating and reading graphs of multiple types, unit conversions, ratios, proportions, and percent, pattern recognition and creation, formula use and manipulation, and measurements of center and variation for data sets. Application problem solving will be included throughout the course. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. This is a survey course in mathematics for students in the liberal arts and other non-science majors. Upon successful completion of the course, students may take MTH 105. Prerequisites: MTH 020 or placement by entrance exam into MTH 070 or higher. W
  
  • MTH 99 - Special Studies: Math

    1.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of math not usually covered in depth in other MTH courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MTH. As Announced.
  
  • MTH 105 - Math in Society

    4.00 credits
    Math in Society is a rigorous mathematics course designed for liberal arts and humanities majors. The course provides a solid foundation in quantitative reasoning, symbolic reasoning, and problem-solving techniques needed to be a productive, contributing citizen in the 21st century. Successful completion of MTH 095 or MTH 098, or placement by entrance exam into collegiate level math, and WRI 095. SP
  
  • MTH 105M - Math in Society

    5.00 credits
    Math in Society is a rigorous mathematics course designed for students in Liberal Arts and Humanities majors. The course provides a solid foundation in quantitative reasoning, symbolic reasoning, and problem solving techniques needed to be a productive, contributing citizen in the 21st century. Successful completion of MTH 095 or MTH 098, or placement by entrance exam into collegiate level math, and WRI 095. As Announced
  
  • MTH 111 - College Algebra

    5.00 credits
    The algebraic operations dealing with linear, quadratic, and polynomial equations and functions. Introduces graphs of functions, linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic, and develops the concepts of exponential and logarithmic functions. Develops skills in systems of equations. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 095 with a “C” or better or placement by entrance exam. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 112 - Elementary Functions

    4.00 credits
    The trigonometric ratios and their applications with special emphasis on identities, trigonometric equations, vectors, and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MTH 111 with grade “C” or better or equivalent. This course will be offered Spring term based on student demand. W, SP
  
  • MTH 130 - CTE Mathematics

    5.00 credits
    MTH 130 is a follow-up course to Intermediate Algebra. The course will include algebraic expressions and solving for singular inequalities, graphing linear inequalities, ratio and proportions, operations on polynomials, solving quadratic equations, perimeter area and volume, theorems on triangle and circles and trigonometry fundamentals and definitions.
  
  • MTH 199 - Special Studies: Math

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of math not usually covered in depth in other math courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in math. As Announced.
  
  • MTH 211 - Foundations of Elementary Math I

    4.00 credits
    This is the first course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes Polya’s problem solving process, patterns and sequences, set theory, numeration systems, number bases, number theory, and modular arithmetic. Will also introduce teaching pedagogy and development of teaching materials. F
  
  • MTH 212 - Foundations of Elementary Math II

    4.00 credits
    This is the second course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes proportions and algorithms of rational numbers (fractions, decimals, percent), integers, the sets of irrational and real numbers, and simple probability and statistics. W
  
  • MTH 213 - Foundations of Elementary Math III

    4.00 credits
    This is the third course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes informal geometry, transformational geometry, and measurement systems. SP
  
  • MTH 243 - Statistics I

    4.00 credits
    Covers concepts of elementary probability, frequency distributions and their graphs, probability distributions, descriptive statistics, confidence interval estimation, and interpretation of statistical results. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 095 or MTH 105 with a “C” or better or placement into MTH 111. SU, F, W, SP
  
  • MTH 244 - Statistics II

    4.00 credits
    Covers inferential statistics with an emphasis on applications. Topics include estimation of proportions and means for a population, inferences from chi-square distributions, one way and two way analysis of variance (ANOVA), the F distribution, time series analysis, regression and correlation, and hypothesis testing. Working knowledge of Excel required. Prerequisite: MTH 243 with a grade “C” or better, or instructor approval. This course will be offered Spring term based on student demand. SP
  
  • MTH 251 - Calculus I

    4.00 credits
    Computation techniques for calculating the limit of a function. Computational techniques for calculating and applications of the derivative of a function. Prerequisite: MTH 112 with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. F
  
  • MTH 252 - Calculus II

    4.00 credits
    Computational techniques for and applications of definite and indefinite integrals. Prerequisite: MTH 251 with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. W
  
  • MTH 254 - Vector Calculus

    4.00 credits
    Vectors, differentiation, and integration of vector-valued functions. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and their applications. Prerequisite: MTH 252 with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. SP
  
  • MTH 299 - Special Studies: Math

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MTH not usually covered in depth in other MTH courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MTH. As Announced.

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  • MUS 105 - Music Appreciation

    3.00 credits
    Provides an introduction to understanding symphonic music in the vocal and instrumental genres from antiquity through the present using a multimedia format. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in WRI 095, or equivalent placement test scores. Fulfills the General Education requirement in Arts and Letters for the following degrees: AA-OT, AS, AAS, AGS, and AS-OT. SU, W
 

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