Mathematics

601 BASIC ALBEGRA I

1 CR.               1 LEVEL

This course is designed for students whose math skills need strengthening. Areas of study will include mathematical computations, solving equations, properties of exponents, writing and graphing linear equations.

602 ALGEBRA I

1 CR.               3 LEVELS

This course extends arithmetic operations beyond familiar positive numbers to the real number system. Practice, using algebraic properties and techniques, develops the skills of factoring, graphing, working with polynomials, and solving equations and inequalities. Practical applications of algebra and problem solving are included.

605 INFORMAL GEOMETRY

Prerequisite: Departmental Approval

1 CR.               1 LEVEL

This course studies geometric figures using postulates, theorems, and definitions to solve problems. It emphasizes measurement, drawing, and relationships between figures and geometric concepts.

600 GEOMETRY

Prerequisites: Algebra I; Departmental Approval

1 CR.               2 LEVELS

This course studies the relationships of geometric figures using postulates, theorems, formulas, and definitions. Formal proofs and algebraic skills are incorporated in problem solving.

608 ALGEBRA II

Prerequisite: Departmental Approval

1 CR.               2 LEVELS

This course reviews algebraic techniques, namely operations with positive and negative numbers, solutions of linear equations and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing of linear equations and inequalities, solutions of systems of equations, factoring, complex numbers and the applications of the properties of real numbers in word problems.

610 ALGEBRA II & TRIGONOMETRY

Prerequisites: 78% average in math; or Departmental Approval

1 CR.               1 LEVEL

This course reviews algebraic techniques, namely operations with positive and negative numbers, solutions of linear equations and quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing of linear equations and inequalities, solutions of systems of equations, factoring, complex numbers and the applications of the properties of real numbers in word problems. The fundamentals of trigonometry are included.

617 TRIGONOMETRY

Prerequisite: Departmental Approval

½ CR.              2 LEVELS

This course studies trigonometry as a function of real numbers and as a function of angles. Topics covered include degree and radian measures, identities, inverses, trigonometric formulas, trigonometric graphs, solving real-world problems, and applying trigonometry to the sciences. This course is offered during the first semester.

616 ELEMENTARY FUNCTIONS

Prerequisite: Departmental Approval

½ CR.              2 LEVELS

This course includes a study of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and their combinations. It also examines the complex number system and analytic geometry. This course is offered during the second semester.

613 PRE-CALCULUS TOPICS

Prerequisites: 78% average in Algebra II & Trigonometry; or Department Approval

1 CR.               1 LEVEL

This course will prepare a student for college calculus. Topics to be studied include polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, the composition of functions, the complex number system, the conic sections, matrices and determinants, sequence and series, and a review of trigonometry. Techniques used in graphing functions are emphasized, and applications in problem solving are included throughout the course.

*620 MT X142 Calculus

Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher; Department Approval

78% average in Pre-Calculus

1 CR.               1 LEVEL

Calculus is explored through the interpretation of graphs and tables as well as analytic methods. Derivatives are interpreted as rates of change and local linear approximation. Local linearity is used throughout the course. The definite integral is interpreted as total change over a specific interval and as a limit of Riemann sums. Problem situations are modeled with integrals. The use of a graphing calculator is integrated throughout the course to provide a balanced approach to learning Calculus that involves algebraic, numerical, graphical, verbal, and written methods. The course is equivalent to the first semester of college Calculus.

This course may be taken for 3 college credits through St. Louis University. Students register and pay for the course during the second semester.

615 CONSUMER MATH

1 CR.               1 LEVEL                     Jr./Sr.

This course is designed to teach mathematical and critical thinking skills to help the student become an informed citizen. Students learn the mathematics of banking, budgeting, saving and borrowing money, buying a car and home, taxes, investments, and managing insurance needs.