Description of Mathematics

MATH 081 BASIC MATH SKILLS
Covers whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion, geometry and
measurements, introduction to algebra, math avoidance. Item 2425 is computer-based.
Bring headphones. Prereq: math placement test. Course and lab fee.

MATH 084 ALGEBRA I
Elementary algebra topics: operations with signed numbers, linear equations and inequalities,
exponents, graphing linear functions, systems of equations, polynomials and
applications. Prereq: MATH 081 with 2.0 or better or placement.

MATH 085 ALGEBRA II
Elementary algebra topics include factoring, rational and radical expressions, graphing
quadratic functions , solving quadratic equations and applications. Prereq: MATH 084
with 2.0 or better or placement.

MATH 089 MATHEMATICS LEARNING CENTER
Linked with math 081 through 098. Individual focus of study in arithmetic, algebra,
study skills, math anxiety. You must meet with the instructor.

MATH 090 MATHEMATICAL MODULES

MATH 097 ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA
Fast-paced course for students with previous success in algebra. Linear/quadratic equations
and graphs, inequalities , exponents, polynomials, rational expressions , radicals.
Item 2485 is computer-based. Bring headphones. Prereq: MATH 081. Course and
lab fee.

MATH 098 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
Sets and real number system, polynomial and rational expressions, exponents and
radicals , 1st and 2nd degree equations, linear systems , graphs. Item 2535 is computerbased
instruction. Additional course and lab fees include textbook and course software.
Students should bring headphones. Prereq for all sections : At least one year high
school algebra or equivalent placement exam, or MATH 085 or MATH 097 with
2.0 or better.

MATH& 107 MATH IN SOCIETY

MATH 109 ELEMENTARY STATISTICS
Descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions,
hypothesis testing, statistical inferences, analysis of variance and regression, applications.
Fulfills QSR requirement for AA degree. Prereq: MATH 098 with 2.5 or better.
Transfer class.

MATH 116 APPLICATIONS OF MATH TO MANAGEMENT, LIFE & SOCIAL SCIENCES
formerly MAT 116
Preparatory for MATH& 148. Polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, rational functions
applied to business settings. No trigonometry. Graphing calculator may be required.
Prereq: MATH 098 with 2.5 or better or placement exam. Transfer class.

MATH& 141 PRECALCULUS I
Formerly MAT 122
Examines polynomial , rational, exponential and logarithmic functions , and related
functional and algebraic topics. Fulfills QSR requirement for AA degree. Prereq: MAT
098 with 2.5 or better or placement test. Transfer class.

MATH& 142 PRECALCULUS II
Formerly MAT 123
Exponential and logarithmic functions, right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions ,
related trig applications, topics in analytic geometry. Fulfills QSR requirement for
AA degree. Prereq: MATH& 141 or MAT 122 or placement test.

MATH& 148 BUSINESS CALCULUS
Formerly MAT 117
Differential and integral calculus, emphasizing polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic
functions. Fulfills QSR requirement for AAA/AS degree. Prereq: MATH 116
or MAT 120 or MATH& 141 with a 2.0 or better or placement exam. Transfer class.

MATH& 151 CALCULUS I
Formerly MAT 124
Limits, continuity, derivatives, Mean Value Theorem , Fundamental Theorem of Calculus,
integration. Fulfills QSR requirement for AA/AS degree. Prereq: MAT 120 or
MATH& 142 with 2.0 or better or placement exam. Transfer class.

MATH& 152 CALCULUS II
Formerly MAT 125
Transcendental functions, techniques/application of integration, numerical integration ,
improper integrals, polar coordinates , parametric equations. Prereq: MATH& 151 or
MATH 124 with 2.0 or better or placement exam. Transfer class.

MATH& 153 CALCULUS III
Formerly MAT 126
Introduction to series, vectors, multivariable functions, partial differentiation, multiple
integration. Graphing calculator may be required. Prereq: MATH& 152 or MATH
125 with 2.0 or better. Transfer class.

MATH 198 MATHEMATICS WORKSHOP
Linked with MATH 102 through MATH 238. Individual focus of study, small groups
and/or supplemental instruction offered. You must meet with the instructor.

MATH 238 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
1st order linear/non-linear, 2nd order linear differential equations, Leplace transforms.
Fulfills QSR requirement for AA degree. Prereq: MATH& 152 or MATH 125 with a
2.0 or better; MATH 153 or MATH 126 strongly recommended. Transfer class