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ASMA 103 – College Mathematics (3)

Designed to equip the student with mathematical reasoning skills and to introduce the student to a diversity of mathematical areas. Topics will include problem solving, set theory, data interpretation, the real number system, introduction to algebra, functions, consumer mathematics and an introduction to statistics. This class is not open to students who have previously obtained a waiver of three mathematics credits of the liberal arts requirements or have been awarded three credits by CLEP examination. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 105 – Intermediate Algebra (3)

A study of the fundamental operations of the real numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations, graphing, systems of equations, linear inequalities, factoring of polynomials, and quadratic equations. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 131 – College Algebra (3)

A comprehensive study of polynomials, equations, inequalities, exponential and logarithmic functions with their graphs, systems of linear equations, introduction to matrix theory, introduction to probability theory, and work in the complex number system. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in ASMA 105, or Math ACT score of 22, or placement test score of 70%. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 136 – Pre Calculus (3)

A study designed to prepare students for success in Calculus. Topics will include polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse-trigonometric functions, graphs of functions, conic sections, applications, and modeling with functions. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in ASMA 105, or a Math ACT score of 22, or placement test score of 80%. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 143 – Calculus 1 (5)

A study which includes discussion of limits, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions, integration and the fundamental theorem of calculus, and applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or above in ASMA 136, or a Math ACT score of 24, or a score of 70% on the MBU Calculus placement exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course. (5 credit hours)

ASMA 220 – Mathematics Lab (0)

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ASMA 232 – Calculus 2 (5)

A study of the integration of indefinite and definite integrals and their applications, infinite series, and parametric equations. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 143. A graphing calculator is required for this course. (5 credit hours)

ASMA 234 – Calculus 3 (3)

A study of the analytic geometry of vectors and the differential and integral calculus of functions of several variables and vector-valued functions. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 232. A graphing calculator is required for this course. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 238 – Probability and Statistics (3)

A study of probability models, descriptive and inferential statistics, conditional probability, elements of combinatorial math, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, expectations, random sampling, estimation and confidence levels, and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 105 or above, or a Math ACT score of 22, or an Algebra placement test score of 80%. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 250 – Foundations of Mathematics (2)

A study of mathematical logic and reasoning, set theory, structure of proofs, countable and uncountable sets, and mathematical induction. Other selected topics include limits and continuity, a contrsuction of the real numbers, and the fundamental theorem of algebra. Prerequisite: ASMA 143. (2 credit hours)

ASMA 301 – Math Seminar (2)

This course is designed to enchance the preparation of mathematics education majors for teaching high-school level mathematics material. Prerequisite: Upper Level Status as a mathematics education major. (2 credit hours)

ASMA 310 – Elementary Differential Equations (3)

A study of solutions to ordinary differential equations using elementary techniques including analytical, graphical, and numerical methods. Topics will include first order ordinary differential equations (ODE’s) of various types, higher order linear equations, Laplace transforms, and solving systems of equations using techniques from matrix theory. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 234. (3 credits hours)

ASMA 335 – Advanced Geometry (3)

Examines concepts of Euclidean and non-Euclidean Geometries. Topics will include properties and theorems of triangles, circles, quadrilaterals, isometrics, transformations, symmetry, and projective geometry. Students will also be taught to use computer programs (such as GeoGebra) to discover the logic of geometry. Prerequisite: ASMA 143. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 341 – Linear Algebra (3)

A study of matrices, matrix operations, determinants, methods of solving systems of linear equations, real vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 250. (3 credit hours)

ASMA 343 – Statistics 2 (2)

Designed to advance the background of the student in probability and statistics. Topics include ANOVA, student’s t-distribution, the F-distribution, the Chi-square distribution, multiple correlation and regression, and non-parametric statistical methods. Prerequisite: A grade of C or above in ASMA 238. (2 credit hours)

ASMA 346 – Number Theory (2)

A study of the properties of the integers, the properties of primes, divisibility, linear and quadratic congruences, Diophantine equations, and number-theoretic functions. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ASMA 250. (2 credit hours)

ASMA 447 – Abstract Algebra (3)

A study of mappings, group theory, isomorphisms, rings, integral domains, and fields. Prerequisite: ASMA 250. (3 credit hours)