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Student placement in a mathematics course is subject to ACT-MATH scores or the COMPASS placement test scores or Academic Services Center approval. Students with ACT-MATH scores of 20 or above may enroll in any math course with numbers up to and including MATH 146 or MATH 165. Students with an ACT-MATH score below 20, or no ACT-MATH score, are required to take the COMPASS placement test. Placement of students is based on the level of achievement on the test.
ASC 090 Math Prep (2 credits)
This course improves basic math computational skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Includes a study of percents and application of percents. This course may be required due to Compass test results and the course placement policy. (F, S, Su)
ASC 091 Algebra Prep I (2)
This course is designed for students with little or no algebra background who need to prepare for further study in mathematics or who need to review basic algebra concepts. It includes topics such as real numbers, fundamental operations, variables, equations, inequalities and applications. (F, S, Su, O)
ASC 092 Algebra Prep II (2)
This course will examine systems of linear equations and their applications, rules of exponents, scientific notation, polynomials, and factoring. Course may not transfer. Prerequisite: ACT-MATH score of 16-18, appropriate COMPASS score, or successful completion of ASC 091. (F, S, Su, O)
ASC 093 Algebra Prep III (2)
Properties of the real number system which deal with quadratic and rational expressions and functions. Prerequisite: Placement score or completed ASC 092. (F, S, O)
MATH 102 Intermediate Algebra (3)
Properties of the real number system, factoring, linear, exponential and quadratic equations, functions, polynomial and rational expressions, systems of equations, exponents and radicals. (A specific department may choose not to allow this course to count toward total hours required for graduation. May not transfer.) Prerequisite: ASC 92 or placement test. (F, S, Su, O)
MATH 103 College Algebra (3)
Relations and functions, equations and inequalities, real and complex numbers; numerical, graphical and symbolic view of functions; linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations, matrices and determinants. Emphasis on use of real-data application. Prerequisite: ASC 092 and ASC 093 or placement test. (F, S, Su, O) ND:MATH
MATH 104 Finite Mathematics (3)
Functions, linear functions and function notation; numerical, graphical and symbolic view of functions; systems of linear equations and inequalities, matrices and linear programming; mathematics of finance; sets, cardinality, elementary probability and descriptive statistics. Emphasis on use of real-data application. Course is intended for those majoring in business, social sciences or liberal arts. Prerequisite: ASC 092 and ASC 093 or placement test. (F, S) ND:MATH
MATH 105 Trigonometry (2)
Angle measure, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and equations, applications. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 105 and 107. Prerequisite: ASC 092 and ASC 093 or departmental approval. (S) ND:MATH
MATH 107 Pre-Calculus (4)
Equations and inequalities; polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; applications. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 105 and 107. Prerequisite: MATH 103 or placement test. Offered only on demand. ND:MATH
MATH 108 Business Mathematics
(See BOTE 108)
MATH 120 Basic Mathematics I (2)
A review of whole numbers, fractions and decimal numbers in conjunction with the fundamental application of ratios, rates, unit rates, proportions and percents in solving everyday problems. The application of business and consumer mathematics such as simple and compound interest, purchasing and checkbook reconciliation. (F, S, Su)
MATH 123 Basic Mathematics II (2)
This course introduces statistical data reading and calculating. Problem solving applications involving U.S. and Metric measurements. Application of direct measurement, perimeter, area, and volumes and fundamental geometry. (F, S, Su)
MATH 125 Basic Mathematics III (2)
Basic concepts and features of beginning algebra with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. Topics include properties of real and rational numbers, arithmetic operations of numbers and expressions, translating verbal expressions to variable expressions, formula manipulations and application of word problems. (F, S, Su)
MATH 130 Technical Mathematics (2)
A review of whole numbers, fractions and decimals using U.S. measurements. The application of ratio and proportion, direct measure, perimeter, area and volume with a construction emphasis. (F, S, O)
MATH 132 Technical Algebra I (2)
A basic algebra course for students enrolled in technology programs. Topics include properties of real numbers, algebraic expressions, solving equations, polynomials, factoring, formula manipulations and problem-solving. (F, O)
MATH 134 Technical Algebra II (2)
A continuation of MATH 132. For students who need advanced skills in algebra for application in technical courses or as a preparation for Intermediate Algebra. Topics include quadratic equations, simultaneous equations, linear equations and algebraic fractions. Prerequisite: MATH 132. (F, S)
MATH 135 Applied Mathematics (2)
A review of mathematics including fractions, decimals, percentages and basic algebra which incorporates algebraic fractions and equations with variables. Emphasis is placed on the strategies of problem-solving using agricultural applications. (F)
MATH 136 Technical Trigonometry (2)
A study of the fundamentals of trigonometry. Right triangle trigonometry, the Law of Sines, the Law of Cosines and Vectors. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving for the technology fields. Prerequisite: MATH 132. (F, S, O)
MATH 137 Applied Algebra (3)
An intermediate algebra course for students enrolled in technology programs. Topics include properties of real numbers, algebraic expressions, factoring, formula manipulation, graphing, linear equations, quadratic equations, solving systems of equations, simultaneous equations, exponents, radicals and logarithmic equations.
MATH 138 Applied Trigonometry (3)
A theory/lab course studying the fundamentals and applications of trigonometry, including right and oblique triangles, the Law of Sines, the Law of Cosines, vectors, angular velocity, graphs and complex numbers.
MATH 146 Applied Calculus I (4)
Review of algebra, including linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions. Calculus topics for this course will be limits, continuity, rates of change, derivatives, extrema, anti-derivatives and integrals. Emphasis is placed on real-data application. Course is intended for those majoring in business, management, economics, or the life or social sciences. Prerequisite: MATH 103 or MATH 104 or placement exam. (F) ND:MATH
MATH 147 Applied Calculus II (4)
Integrals, multivariable calculus, introduction to differential equations, probability and calculus, sequences and series, introduction to trigonometric functions, derivatives and integrals of trigonometric functions. Emphasis is placed on real-data application. Course is intended for those majoring in business, management, economics or the life or social sciences. Prerequisite: MATH 146. (S) ND:MATH
MATH 165 Calculus I (4)
Limits, continuity, differentiation, Mean Value Theorem, integration, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and applications. Prerequisite: ACT score, placement test, MATH 105 or MATH 107 or departmental approval. (F) ND:MATH
MATH 166 Calculus II (4)
Applications and techniques of integration, polar equations, parametric equations, sequences and series, power series. Prerequisite: MATH 165. (S) ND:MATH
MATH 210 Elementary Statistics (3)
An introduction to statistical methods of gathering, presenting and analyzing data; estimating means, proportions, confidence intervals, and testing hypotheses; probability and probability distributions; and linear regression and correlation. Prerequisite: MATH 102 or placement test. (F, S, Su-Online) ND:MATH
MATH 265 Calculus III (4)
Multivariate and vector calculus including partial derivatives, multiple integration, applications, line and surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stoke’s Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 166. (F) ND:MATH
MATH 266 Introduction to Differential Equations (3)
Solution of elementary differential equations by elementary techniques. Laplace transforms, systems of equations, matrix methods, numerical techniques, applications. Prerequisite: MATH 265 or departmental approval. ND:MATH
MATH X92 Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
MATH 299 Special Topics (1-5)
A special purpose class or activity to be used for a mathematics course in process of development, for classes occasionally scheduled to meet student needs or interests, or offered to utilize particular faculty resources. (F, S, Su)
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