Courses

MAT 100 (3 credits)
Elementary Algebra
Designed for students who need to develop their algebraic skills. Topics include review of arithmetic, real number concepts, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities. It carries transcript credit, but does not count in the credits applied toward graduation.

MAT 101 (3 credits)
Survey of Mathematics
Survey of modern concepts of mathematics. Topics include set theory, logic, mathematical system, systems of numeration, counting methods, probability and statistics. Fulfills the liberal arts requirement for non-math or non-science students. Prerequisite: satisfactory score on Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 105 (3 credits)
Mathematics for Teachers I
An introduction to the fundamentals of teaching mathematics in the elementary school. Topics include: sets, functions, logic, numeration systems, number theory, properties of number systems, introduction to statistics. Open only to education students or permission of instructor. Students may not take both MAT 105 and MAT 101 for credit. Prerequisite: satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 106 (3 credits)
Mathematics for Teachers II
An introduction to the fundamentals of teaching mathematics in the elementary school. Topics include: probability, statistics, geometry in 2 and 3 dimensions, measurement concepts, problem solving strategies, technology and mathematics. Open only to Education students or permission of instructor. Prerequisite: MAT 105.

MAT 110 (3 credits)
Business Mathematics
This course is designed to provide a secure foundation in the fundamentals of Business Mathematics. Topics include: interest calculations, depreciation, statistical data and graphs, algebra of polynomials, roots, radicals and exponents, relations and functions, exponential functions and their graphs. Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 131 (4 credits)
Precalculus Mathematics
This course is an introduction to relations and functions including polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs. Prerequisite: two years of high school algebra and satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 204 (3 credits)
Introduction to Mathematical Logic
This course is an introduction to basic properties and operation of sets, functions and relations. A discussion of set cardinality, ordered sets, ordering theorems, set paradoxes, algebra of proposition and Boolean algebra. Number theory topics include: factorization, divisibility theory, congruencies, and Diophantine equations.

MAT 208 (4 credits)
Introductory Statistics
This course in applications of statistics and probability is designed for such areas as sociology, business, economics, medicine and psychology. Topics include descriptive statistics, data organization and graphical methods, laws of probability, rules review of probability, linear correlation and regression, binomial and normal distributions, sampling and statistical inference. Varied computer applications, using the statistical software package SPSS, are required. Not open to math or science majors. Students earning credit for this course cannot earn credit for MAT 209. Prerequisite: satisfactory score on theMathematics Placement Test.

MAT 209 (4 credits)
Probability and Statistics
This course covers theoretical principles and methods of probability and statistical analysis useful for natural science and education majors. Includes organization and analysis of data, descriptive statistics, laws of probability, binomial and normal distribution, random sampling, statistical inference, estimation and tests of hypotheses for large samples. Computer applications, using statistical software package SPSS, are required. Students earning credit for this course cannot earn credit for MAT 208. Prerequisite: high school algebra and satisfactory score on the Math Placement Test.

MAT 210 (3 credits)
Inferential Statistics
A study of correlation and regression from applied and theoretical points of view, bivariate normal distribution and small sample theory. Student’s t-, F, and chi square distributions, analysis of enumerative data, analysis of variance and nonparametric methods. Varied computer applications, using the statistical software package SPSS, are required. Prerequisite: MAT 209.

MAT 225 (3 credits)
Business Calculus
This course reviews relations and functions, exponential functions and graphs. An introduction to limits, continuity, basic differentiation and integration with emphasis on business applications. Prerequisite: MAT 110 or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 230 (4 credits)
Calculus I
This course is an introduction to limits, continuity, differentiation, integration and their applications. Prerequisite: four years high school mathematics or MAT 131, or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Test.

MAT 231 (4 credits)
Calculus II
This course includes applications and techniques of integration, derivatives and integrals of trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions. Techniques of integration. Prerequisite: MAT 230.

MAT 240 (3 credits)
Linear Algebra
This course introduces the theory of matrices with applications using systems of equations, discussion of determinants, transformations and properties of vector spaces. Prerequisite: MAT 231.

MAT 304 (3 credits)
Numerical Analysis
A study of numerical methods necessary in the computer sciences including methods for evaluating zeros of a function, solving systems of linear equations, polynomial approximations, matrix computations, rounding errors and other error types. Prerequisite: CIS 151.

MAT 307 (3 credits)
Abstract Algebra
A study of group theory, permutations and cyclic groups, factor groups, rings, fields, integral domains, ideals, polynomial rings and vector spaces.

MAT 308 (3 credits)
Modern Geometry
A study of transformations in the Euclidean plane, affine spaces and their transformations, projectives and their clidean plane, affine spaces and their groups and axiomatic plane geometry.

MAT 332 (4 credits)
Calculus III
A study of vectors in the plane, polar coordinates, infinite series, vectors in solid analytic geometry, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and their applications. Prerequisite: MAT 231.

MAT 401 (3 credits)
Real Analysis
A study of some of the basic theorems of real analysis including sequences and series, vectors, multiple integrals, techniques of differential and integral calculus and implicit function theorems. Prerequisite: MAT 332.

MAT 403 (3 credits)
Complex Variables
This is an introduction to the theory of functions and complex variables, elementary transformations, complex differentiation and integration, Cauchy theory of integration and complex power series. Prerequisite: MAT 332.

MAT 415 (3 credits)
Mathematics Seminar
This is a program of individual reading, discussion and student presentation of oral and written papers on selected topics in mathematics. Topics include history of mathematics as well as other areas not discussed in any of the student’s previous mathematics courses. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

Physics

PHY 103 (4 credits)
Earth Science
Designed to introduce students to an interdisciplinary study in the fundamentals of earth and space science. Major topics include physical and historical geology, astronomy, meteorology and oceanography. Integrates laboratory and classroom work for a total of five class hours per semester week.

PHY 106 (3 credits)
Ideas of Physics
Introduction to basic physics concepts with emphasis on applications of those principles. Designed for physical therapist assistant as well as liberal arts students. Course includes demonstrations of physics principles as well as hands-on activities. As a non-lab course this will not satisfy the liberal arts core.

PHY 110 (4 credits)
General Physics I
Introduction to standard non-calculus college physics course. Topics include Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, impulse, momentum, properties of solids, liquids, and gases, heat, and the laws of thermodynamics. Course includes three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: high school algebra.

PHY 111 (4 credits)
General Physics II
Continuation of Physics I. Topics include wave phenomena, electricity, magnetism, light, sound, optics, relativity and quantum theory. Prerequisite: PHY 110.

PHY 202 (3 credits)
Mechanics
Study of statics, kinematics and the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies with emphasis on the analysis of problems. Prerequisites: PHY 111, MAT 231.

PHY 206 (3 credits)
Optics
Study of the geometrical and physical theory of light. Prerequisite: PHY 111.

PHY 303 (3 credits)
Electricity and Magnetism
Theoretical study of electrostatics, electromagnetism, electromagnetic waves and direct and alternating current phenomena. Prerequisites: PHY 111, MAT 231.

PHY 304 (3 credits)
Modern Physics
Introduction to the theory of relativity, quantum theory, the Bohr theory of the atom, de Broglie waves, nuclear structure and nuclear reactions. Prerequisite: PHY 111.

Updated: April 17, 2008

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