Course Descriptions
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MAT 050 | MAT 060 | MAT 070 | MAT 080 | MAT 101 | MAT 115 | MAT 121 | MAT 122
MAT 140 | MAT 155 | MAT 155A | MAT 161 | MAT 167 | MAT 171 | MAT 172 | MAT 223
MAT 263 | MAT 263A | MAT 271 | MAT 272 | MAT 273 | MAT 285
MAT 050 Basic Math Skills
This course is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills to take other mathematic courses at CPCC. Topics include whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. The focus of this course is to build students’ confidence in these topics, teach them how to perform basic computation skills, and solve relevant mathematical problems.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s)
Co-requisite: None
MAT 060 Essential Mathematics
This course is a comprehensive study of mathematical skills which should provide a strong mathematical foundation to pursue further study. Topics include principles and applications of decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion, order of operations, geometry, measurement, and elements of algebra and statistics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic computations and solve relevant, multi-step mathematical problems using technology where appropriate.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s) or MAT 050 with grade of C or better
Co-requisite: None
MAT 070 Introductory Algebra
This course establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts and problem solving. Topics include signed numbers, exponents, order of operations, simplifying expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing, formulas, polynomials, factoring, and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s) or MAT 060 with grade of C or better
Co-requisite: RED 080 or ENG 085
MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra
This course continues the study of algebraic concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include factoring; rational expressions; rational exponents; rational, radical, and quadratic equations; systems of equations; inequalities; graphing; functions; variations; complex numbers; and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s) or MAT 070 with grade of C or better
Co-requisite: RED 080 or ENG 085
MAT 101 Applied Math I
This course is a comprehensive review of arithmetic with basic algebra designed to meet the needs of certificate and diploma programs. Topics include arithmetic and geometric skills used in measurement, ratio and proportion, exponents and roots, applications of percent, linear equations, formulas, and statistics. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems in their specific areas of study. This course is intended for certificate and diploma programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s), or MAT 060 with grade of C or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 115 Mathematical Models
This course develops the ability to utilize mathematical skills and technology to solve problems at a level found in non-mathematics-intensive programs. Topics include applications to percent, ratio and proportion, formulas, statistics, functional notation, linear functions and their groups, probability, sampling techniques, scatter plots, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems, reason and communicate with mathematics, and work confidently, collaboratively, and independently. This course is intended for AAS degree programs. Not included in the AA, AFA, or AS General Education Core.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s), or MAT 070 with grade of C or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I
This course provides an integrated approach to technology and the skills required to manipulate, display and interpret mathematical functions and formulas used in problem solving. Topics include simplification, evaluation and solving of algebraic, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions; descriptive statistics; right triangle trigonometry; and the use of technology. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems and analyze and communicate results. This course is intended for AAS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 070 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: None
MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II
This course extends the concepts covered in MAT 121 to include additional topics in algebra, function analysis, trigonometry and systems of equations. Topics include translation and scaling of functions, sine law, cosine law, complex numbers, vectors, statistics and systems of equations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of technology to solve problems and to analyze and communicate results. This course is intended for AAS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 121 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: None
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics
This course provides an introduction in a non-technical setting to selected topics in mathematics. Topics include, but are not limited to, sets, logic, probability, statistics, matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology, mathematics of finance, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to understand a variety of mathematical applications, think logically, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is intended for AA, AFA, and AGE degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score(s), or MAT 070 with grade of C or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 155 Statistical Analysis
This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include sampling, distributions, plotting data, central tendency, dispersion, Central Limits Theorem, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlations, regressions and multinomial experiments. Upon completion, students should be able to describe data and test inferences about populations’ using sample data. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathematics. This course is intended for all associate degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 080 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: MAT 155A
MAT 155A Statistical Analysis Lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT 155. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams and communicate effectively.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 0, Lab 2
Semester Hours Credit: 1
Prerequisite: see MAT 155
Co-requisite: MAT 155
MAT 161 College Algebra
This course provides an integrated technological approach to algebraic topics used in problem solving. Emphasis is placed on equations and inequalities; polynomials, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; and graphing and data analysis/modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to choose an appropriate model to fit a data set and use the model for analysis and prediction. This course is not designed for students intending to take MAT 171. This is the most appropriate prerequisite course for MAT 263. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathematics. This course is intended for AA, AFA and AGE degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 080 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 167 Discrete Mathematics
This course is a study of discrete mathematics with emphasis on applications. Topics include number systems, combinations/permutations, mathematical logic/proof, sets/counting, Boolean algebra, mathematical induction, trees/graphs, and algorithms. This course intended for AAS degree programs. This course has been approved for transfer through the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
This is the first of two courses designed to emphasize topics which are fundamental to the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on equations and inequalities, functions (linear, polynomial, rational), systems of equations and inequalities and parametric equations. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis and predictions. Students who have credit for MAT 161 should not take this course without consulting with the Math Division Director. To do so may result in loss of credit when transferring. This course has been approved to satisfy the
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 080 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: None
MAT 172 Precalculus Trigonometry
This is the second of two courses designed to emphasize topics which are fundamental to the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on properties and applications of transcendental functions and their graphs, right and oblique triangle trigonometry, conic sections, vectors and polar coordinates. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis and prediction. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 171 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 223 Applied Calculus
This course provides an introduction to the calculus concepts of differentiation and integration by way of application and is designed for engineering technology students. Topics include limits, slope, derivatives, related rates, areas, integrals and applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of calculus and technology to solve problems and to analyze and communicate results. This course is intended for AAS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 2, Lab 2
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 122 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: None
MAT 263 Brief Calculus
This course introduces concepts of differentiation and integration and their applications to solving problems; the course is designed for students needing one semester of calculus. Topics include functions, graphing, differentiation and integration with emphasis on applications drawn from business, economics and biological and behavioral sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of basic calculus and technology to solve problems and to analyze and communicate results. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is intended for AA, AFA and AGE degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class 3, Lab 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 161 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement test score, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: MAT 263A
MAT 263A Brief Calculus Lab
This course is a laboratory for MAT 263. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
Course Hours Per Week: Lecture 0, Lab 2
Semester Hours Credit: 1
Prerequisite: see MAT 263
Co-requisite: MAT 263
MAT 271 Calculus I
This course covers in depth the differential calculus portion of a three-course calculus sequence. Topics include limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable, with applications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply differentiation and integration techniques to algebraic and transcendental functions. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/ mathematics. This course is intended for AS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: MAT 171 and MAT 172, or MAT 175 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of the Division Director, or placement test score
Co-requisite: None
MAT 272 Calculus II
This course provides a rigorous treatment of integration and is the second calculus course in a three-course sequence. Topics include applications of definite integrals, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, parametric equations, polar coordinates and differential equations. Upon completion, students should be able to use integration and approximation techniques to solve application problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is intended for AS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: MAT 271 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 273 Calculus III
This course covers the calculus of several variables and is the third calculus course in a three-course sequence. Topics include functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, solid analytical geometry, vector-valued functions and line and surface integrals. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems involving vectors and functions of several variables. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course is intended for AS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 2
Semester Hours Credit: 4
Prerequisite: MAT 272 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of the Division Director.
Co-requisite: None
MAT 285 Differential Equations
This course provides an introduction to ordinary differential equations with an emphasis on applications. Topics include first order, linear, higher-order, and systems of differential equations; numerical methods; series solutions; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; Laplace transforms; and Fourier series. Upon completion, students should be able to use differential equations to model physical phenomena, solve the equations and use the solutions to analyze the phenomena. This course is intended for AS degree programs.
Course Hours Per Week: Class, 3; Lab, 0
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisite: MAT 272 or MAT 273 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of the Division Director
Co-requisite: None
