Academic Catalog - Mathematics

MAT 0020 / MAT 092: Quantitative Lab- 1 Credit 
Supports skill development for students registered in Math for Liberal Arts, Introduction to Statistics, or Integrated Math. Topics covered in this course include those defined in these courses and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. Students with NGAccuplacer scores QAS 230-239 or TradAccuplacer scores EA 80-84, who are advised into MAT 1240 / MAT 120, MAT 1260 / MAT 135, or MAT 1220 / MAT 155 are required to co-enroll in this course. 
(Contact hours – 22.5) 

MAT 0030 / MAT 093: Algebra Lab- 1 Credit 
Supports skill development in students registered in MAT 1340 / MAT 121 College Algebra or MAT 1320 / MAT 123 Finite Math. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 1340/1320 MAT 121/123 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. Students with NGAccuplacer AAF scores 235 to 244 who are advised into MAT 1340/MAT 121 or MAT 1320/ MAT 123 are required to co-enroll in this course. 
(Contact hours – 22.5) 

MAT 0200 / MAT 025: Algebraic Literacy Support- 1 Credit 
Supports skill development in students registered in MAT 0300 / MAT 055 Algebraic Literacy. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 0300 / MAT 055 and/or any prerequisite skills needed by the student. 
(Contact hours – 15) 
Corequisite: MAT 0300 / MAT 055 

MAT 0250/ MAT 050: Quantitative Literacy – 4 Credits 
Develops number sense and critical thinking strategies, introduces algebraic thinking, and connects mathematics to real world applications. Topics in this course include ratios, proportions, percent, measurement, linear relationships, properties of exponents, and math learning strategies. This course prepares students for math for liberal arts, statistics, integrated math, and college level career math courses. 
(Contact hours – 60) 

MAT 0300 / MAT 055: Algebraic Literacy- 4 Credits 
Develops algebraic skills necessary for manipulating expressions and solving equations. Topics in the course include radicals, complex numbers, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, quadratic equations, absolute value equations, systems of linear equations in two variables, related applications, and linear inequalities. This course prepares students for MAT 1340 / MAT 121 College Algebra and MAT 1320 / MAT 123 Finite Math. 
(Contact hours – 60) 

MAT 0340: College Algebra Support- 2 Credits
Supports skill development necessary for success within College Algebra.                        

MAT 0710 / MAT 080: Special Topics – 0-12 Credits
(Contact hours – 15) 

MAT 0711 / MAT 081: Special Topics – 0-12 Credits 
(Contact hours – 15) 

MAT 0715 / MAT 085: Special Topics – 0-12 Credits 
(Contact hours – 15) 

MAT 1100 / MAT 102: Skilled Trades & Industrial Math- 2 Credits 
Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra, systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to skilled trades and general industrial repair. It is designed for students in the repair industry. Topics may include algebra, geometry, graphs, measurement, and conversion between various systems of measurement. 
(Contact hours – 30) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Career Math 

MAT 1120 / MAT 103: Math for Clinical Calculations - 3 Credits 
Covers the mathematical calculations needed for enteral and parenteral medication administration. It is designed for students in the health disciplines. Topics include measurements, conversion between various systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to drug dosage and medication administration. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Career Math 

MAT 1140 / MAT 107: Career Math – 3 Credits 
Covers material designed for career and technical students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, statistics, and graphs. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Career Math 

MAT 1160 / MAT 112: Financial Mathematics- 3 Credits
Covers the fundamentals of financial mathematics. Topics include pricing, taxes, insurance, interest, annuities, amortization, and investments. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Career Math 

MAT 1220 / MAT 155: Integrated Math I: GT-MA1- 3 Credits                                             Engages students in the concepts underlying elementary level mathematics. The course emphasizes critical thinking and applications. Topics include the structure of number systems, an analysis of numerical operations, set properties, numerical and geometric patterns, and a variety of problem solving skills. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Quantitative Literacy Math 

MAT 1230 / MAT 156: Integrated Math II: MA1- 3 Credits                                                   Engages students in the concepts underlying elementary level mathematics. The course emphasizes critical thinking and applications. Topics include probability, statistics, measurement, Euclidean geometry, and algebraic methods. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Quantitative Literacy Math   

MAT 1240 / MAT 120: Math for Liberal Arts: GT-MA1- 4 Credits 
Highlights connections between mathematics and the society in which we live and is intended for liberal arts majors. Topics include set theory and logic, mathematical modeling, probability and statistical methods, and consumer mathematics. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Quantitative Literacy Math 

MAT 1260 / MAT 135: Introduction to Statistic: GT-MA1- 3 Credits 
Introduces descriptive and inferential statistics, with an emphasis on critical thinking and statistical literacy. Topics include methods of data collection, presentation and summarization, introduction to probability concepts and distributions, and statistical inference of one and two populations. This course uses real world data to illustrate applications of a practical nature. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category.
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Quantitative Literacy Math 

MAT 1320 / MAT 123: Finite Mathematics: GT-MA1- 4 Credits 
Covers topics including functions, matrix algebra, linear programming, and an introduction to probability and counting techniques. Emphasis is on applications. This course may include other topics such as statistics when time permits. This course is primarily intended for business, life science, or social science majors. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Prerequisite(s): College Readiness in Algebra 

MAT 1340 / MAT 121: College Algebra: GT-MA1- 4 Credits 
Focuses on a variety of functions and the exploration of their graphs. Topics include: equations and inequalities, operations on functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems, and an introduction to conic sections. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 0300 / MAT 055 or appropriate placement scores 

MAT 1400 / MAT 125: Survey of Calculus: GT-MA1- 4 Credits 
Includes derivatives, integrals, and their applications, with attention restricted to algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions for business, life science and/or social science majors. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 1340 / MAT 121 or equivalent or appropriate placement score 

MAT 1420 / MAT 122: College Trigonometry – GT-MA1- 3 Credits 
Explores trigonometric functions, their graphs, inverse functions and identities. Topics include: trigonometric equations, solutions of triangles, trigonometric form of complex numbers, and polar coordinates. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 1340 / MAT 121  

MAT 1440 / MAT 166: Pre-Calculus: GT-MA1- 5 Credits 
Extends algebraic concepts and explores the subject of trigonometry. Topics include: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities, and applications. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 75) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 1340 / MAT 121  

MAT 2410 / MAT 201: Calculus I: GT-MA1- 5 Credits 
Introduces single variable calculus and analytic geometry. It includes limits, continuity, derivatives, and applications of derivatives as well as indefinite and definite integrals and some applications. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 75) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 1340/ MAT 121 or appropriate placement score 

MAT 2420 / MAT 202: Calculus II: GT-MA1- 5 Credits 
Continues the study of single variable calculus which will include techniques of integration, analytic geometry, improper integrals, convergence of infinite numerical series and power series. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 75) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 2410 / MAT 201  

MAT 2430 / MAT 203: Calculus III: GT-MA1- 4 Credits 
Focuses on the traditional subject matter of multivariable Calculus. Topics include vectors, vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, analytic geometry, multiple integrals, line integrals and applications. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 2420/ MAT 202  

MAT 2500 / MAT 220: Introduction to Proof and Reasoning - 3 Credits 
Introduces logic, mathematical writing, and formal mathematical proofs. This course includes techniques of proofs, quantifiers, sets, functions, and relations. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Pre-requisite: MAT 2420 / MAT 202  

MAT 2540/ MAT 255: Linear Algebra -3 Credits 
Introduces linear algebra and emphasizes techniques of problem solving and introductory proofs. This course includes linear systems, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. 
(Contact hours – 45) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 2420 / MAT 202  

MAT 2560/ MAT 265: Differential Equations: GT-MA1- 3 Credits 
Explores techniques of problem solving and applications. Topics include first, second, and higher order differential equations, series methods, approximations, systems of differential equations, and Laplace transforms. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. 
(Contact hours 45) 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 2420/ MAT 202  

MAT 2562 / MAT 266: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra -4 Credits 
Explores ordinary differential equations with an introduction to select topics in linear algebra. The course covers first and second order differential equations, series solutions, Laplace transforms, linear algebra, eigenvalues, first order systems of equations, and numerical techniques for solving differential equations. 
(Contact hours – 60) 
Pre-requisite: MAT 2420/MAT 202  

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