Catalog 2011-2012, Final Edition 
    
    Jun 01, 2024  
Catalog 2011-2012, Final Edition [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Information

Course Load

The normal course load for a full-time student is from 12 to 18 credit hours. An employed student should vary a course load for the semester according to the number of hours the student works. It is recommended that such a student consult with an advisor about his or her schedule. Students who wish to complete a 2-year degree in 2 years, excluding summers, should take at least 15 credits per term.

Course Numbering

0-99     Precollege level courses not designed for transfer to other institutions. These courses do not count for college credit and are not used in grade point average calculation for graduation.
100-199   Courses normally taken by freshmen.
200-299   Courses normally taken by sophomores.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend all classes for which they are registered, except in case of illness or other emergencies. The instructor shall determine and inform students of the effects of absences on the grade. If any student accumulates so many absences that continued enrollment in the class seems to be of little value, the student may be asked by the instructor to withdraw from the course. The instructor may assign a final grade or develop an Incomplete contract with the student if the student has successfully completed 75% of the course. Withdrawals must be processed by the deadline shown in the schedule of classes.

Repeating Courses

A student who earns a grade of “D” or “F” may repeat the course to raise the grade to a “C” or better to meet the performance level required for subsequent courses. The course may be used only once to meet the graduation requirements of a particular degree or certificate program. A student may not repeat a course in which the student received a letter grade of “C” or higher without instructor approval. All grades will be listed on the student’s transcript and will be computed in the student’s grade point average (GPA) unless either a “Fresh Start” or “Grade Replacement” policy applies. See Grading System  for explanation of these two policies.

 

Japanese

  
  • JPN 285 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. One to six credits.

Journalism

  
  • JOU 105 - Introduction to Mass Media

    Credits: 3
    Places the mass media in an historical and cultural perspective, considering the validity, integrity and influence of the media in a democracy. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-SS3. Three credits.
  
  • JOU 106 - Fundamentals of Reporting

    Credits: 3
    Introduces newswriting, reporting and interviewing with an emphasis on clarity, accuracy, completeness, timeliness and fairness. Three credits.
  
  • JOU 121 - Photojournalism

    Credits: 3
    Provides an introductory, hand-on course in black-and-white photography, with an emphasis on photo-journalistic techniques, processing and printing. This course includes an investigation of word/pictures relationships in creating photo essays for publications. Three credits.
  
  • JOU 206 - Inter Newswriting / Editing

    Credits: 3
    Presents how to gather information as an investigative reporter through research of local, state and federal government publications; how to cover police beat and city hall; how our courts and regulatory agencies function; and how to cover other challenges as the environment, religion, science, medical, public safety and business. Prerequisite(s): JOU 106 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
  
  • JOU 241 - Feature and Magazine Writing

    Credits: 3
    Studies trade, consumer and technical markets; manuscript development with emphasis on nonfiction; submission techniques; and trends affecting the marketing of manuscripts. Three credits.
  
  • JOU 280 - Internship

    Credits: 3
    Provides a structured and guided, individualized research that is organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student who may use journalism skills and experiences acquired during previous coursework. Permission of instructor required. One to six credits.

Law Enforcement Academy

  
  • LEA 101 - Basic Law Enforcement Academy

    Credits: 8
    (Formerly CRJ 101) Conforms to POST standards and state certification requirements as well as the basic skills and knowledge necessary to perform the entry level duties of a Police Officer. Emphasis will be on simulating actual situations utilizing a lecture and laboratory mode of learning. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Eight credits.
  
  • LEA 102 - Bsc Law Enforcement Academy II

    Credits: 6
    (Formerly CRJ 102) Conforms to POST standards and state certification requirements as well as the basic skills and knowledge necessary to perform the entry level duties of a Police Officer. Emphasis will be on simulating actual situations utilizing a lecture and laboratory mode of learning. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Six credits.
  
  • LEA 103 - Bsc Law Enforcemnt Academy III

    Credits: 2
    (Formerly CRJ 103) Enhances the standards established by the P.O.S.T. Board and state certification requirements as well as the basic skills and knowledge necessary to perform the entry level duties of a Police Officer. Emphasis will be on expanding the P.O.S.T. curriculum to create a unique learning experience. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Two credits.
  
  • LEA 104 - Bsc Law Enforcement Academy IV

    Credits: 1
    (Formerly CRJ 104) Enhances the standards established by the P.O.S.T. Board and state certification requirements as well as the basic skills and knowledge necessary to perform the entry level duties of a Police Officer. Emphasis will be on expanding the P.O.S.T. curriculum to create a unique learning experience. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. One credit.
  
  • LEA 105 - Basic Law

    Credits: 6
    (Formerly CRJ 105) Covers constitutional and procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure, and civil liability. Includes the Colorado criminal, liquor, controlled substance, and children’s codes. Emphasizes victim’s rights and court room testimony. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Six credits.
  
  • LEA 106 - Arrest Control Techniques

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 106) Covers the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to effectively maintain control of a suspect when making an arrest. Emphasizes the continuum of force and de-escalation of force. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.
  
  • LEA 107 - Law Enforcement Driving

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 107) Covers the skills, knowledge and abilities required for operation of a law enforcement vehicle. Emphasizes defensive driving. Enables students to demonstrate skills by driving a vehicle under simulated conditions. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.
  
  • LEA 108 - Firearms

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 108) Discusses the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to safely use police firearms. Students will demonstrate skills by firing weapons on a firing range. The student will demonstrate basic safety techniques and will explain the firearms role within the continuum of force. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.
  
  • LEA 118 - Report Writing

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 118) Identifies the areas of concern in regards to proper documentation of police related activities. Focuses on report writing skills, proper structuring of interviews and chronological documentation of events. Incorporates proper sentence structuring, the use of correct terminology and accuracy in written reports. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.
  
  • LEA 126 - Patrol Procedures

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 126) Focuses on an in-depth study of the basic knowledge and skills required of a peace officer to safely and effectively accomplish the patrol procedure. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.
  
  • LEA 246 - Traffic Investigation

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly CRJ 246) Provides an overview of the skills and concepts necessary to complete an accurate investigation of a traffic collision.  Emphasizes traffic management concepts, selective traffic enforcement, and safety issues. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Academy Director. Three credits.

Literature

  
  • LIT 115 - Intro to Literature [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    Introduces students to fiction, poetry, and drama. Emphasizes active and responsive reading. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 201 - World Literature to 1600 [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Masterpieces of Lit I”)
    Examines significant writings in world literature from the ancients through the Renaissance. Emphasizes careful readings and understanding of the works and their cultural backgrounds. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 202 - World Lit after 1600 [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Masterpieces of Lit II”)
    Examines significant writings in world literature from the seventeenth century to the present. Emphasizes careful reading and understanding of the works and their cultural backgrounds. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 205 - Ethnic Literature [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on significant texts by ethnic Americans, including African- American Native American, Latino/a, and Asian Americans. Emphasizes careful reading and understanding of the cultural and literary elements of the works. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 211 - Amer Lit to Civil War [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Survey of American Lit I”)
    Provides an overview of American literature for the Native American through the nineteenth century Romantics. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of work in various genres by major writers. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 212 - Amer Lit After Civil War [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Survey of American Lit II”)
    Provides an overview of American literature from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literacy characteristics of works in various by major writers. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 221 - British Lit to 1770 [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Survey of British Lit I”)
    Provides an overview of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 17th century. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of works in various genres by major writers. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 222 - British Lit Since 1770 [AH2]

    Credits: 3
    (Formerly titled “Survey of British Lit II”)
    Provides an overview of British literature from the 18th century to the present. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of works in various genres by major writers. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 225 - Introduction to Shakespeare

    Credits: 3
    Explores a selection of works by William Shakespeare. It focuses on careful reading and interpretation of the plays and poems, includes pertinent information about Elizabethan England, and examines formal as well as thematic elements of the selected works. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-AH2. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 235 - Science Fiction

    Credits: 3
    Examines the techniques and issues of science fiction through a close reading a variety of writers in the genre. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 246 - Literature of Women

    Credits: 3
    Examines the techniques and themes in literature by and about women by examining women’s issues from various genres. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 255 - Children’s Literature

    Credits: 3
    This course will provide students with the skills to evaluate and select appropriate literature for children through exploration of genres, age levels, values taught through literature, and the literary and artistic quality of various texts. Three credits.
  
  • LIT 285 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 3
    (Formerly: LIT 295) Explores particular authors, topics, themes in depth, such as Ibsen, Faulkner or Twain, or great fiction of the nineteenth century. One to three credits.

Management

  
  • MAN 102 - Business Ethics and Values

    Credits: 1
    Discuss behavior and identifies what is ethical and appropriate behavior and what is not. This course will identify the role of integrity, character, honesty, self-control, self-sacrifice, and core values in developing ethical and effective behavior in the workplace. One credit.
  
  • MAN 104 - Stress Management

    Credits: 1
    (Managing Workplace Stress) Defines stress in both positive and negative effects. A discussion on how it effects both employees and the workplace. Causes of stress are identified and methods for managing stress are researched and practiced. One credit.
  
  • MAN 116 - Principles of Supervision

    Credits: 3
    Studies the principles and techniques of supervising and motivating personnel. This course is designed for students who are interested in supervising others or for those currently in supervision. Course content focuses on the human interaction in supervision. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 117 - Time Management

    Credits: 1
    Provides students with the conceptual knowledge and tools to make better use of their time in the management function. One credit.
  
  • MAN 125 - Teambuilding

    Credits: 1
    Introduces the concept of working as a team member. Activities and assignments will emphasize the ability to negotiate, work together, build consensus, and make quality decisions. One credit.
  
  • MAN 126 - Total Quality Management

    Credits: 3
    Covers the rationale for, method of implementing and key characteristics of TQM. Topics include developing a vision of a quality culture, strategic planning for implementation, customer focus, supplier relationships, benchmarking, continuous improvement, employee empowerment, and teamwork. Through case studies students learn to apply TQM in manufacturing and service environments. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 128 - Human Relations-Organizations

    Credits: 3
    Explores the importance of effective communication in our personal lives as well as the world of business. Practical business applications such as employee motivation, handling customer complaints, and effectively resolving conflict in the workplace will be a major part of the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): None. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 156 - Prob Solv/Decision/Bus Environ

    Credits: 3
    Defines the problem solving and decision making processes. Those processes include: identifying decision elements, recognizing characteristics of good and bad decisions, practicing various approaches to decision making, utilizing a 9 step process for organizational decision making, exploring the nature of problems, understanding problems situation factors, identifying problems, considering the human side of problem solving and utilizing a 6 step problem solving process. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 165 - Managing Systems

    Credits: 2
    Explores and discusses systems thinking and theory on process leadership for organizations. Participants will apply strategies and applications for developing systems tools, archetypes, and models. Introduces concepts of organizational inter-dependence, cooperative versus competitive systems, variation, theory of knowledge, and social systems. Utilization of systems models, mental maps, and thinking tools. Two credits.
  
  • MAN 166 - Project Team Building

    Credits: 1
    Develops skills in project team building and group decision techniques. Participants will experience effective methods for building high performance project teams while developing and understanding team dynamics, team composition, and team decision making tools. Develops skill in team diagnostics, evaluation, and coaching techniques. One credit.
  
  • MAN 167 - Reason/Prob Solv/Critcal Think

    Credits: 2
    Learn skills in the area of problem solving, critical thinking, inductive and deductive reasoning. Students will learn and apply structured scientific models for defining, verifying, and analyzing problems, while selecting reasonable solutions. The course concentrates on the use of the 7MP tools, QFD decision matrices and Goldratt’s Thinking Process tools. Two credits.
  
  • MAN 168 - Basic Process Controls

    Credits: 2
    Presents the basic concepts and terminology of statistical process control. Participants learn and practice the seven quality tools to find and remove causes of process variation. Participants will identify and become familiar with the basic statistical tools, their uses, and potential application and be introduced to process capability, variation, and process control. Two credits.
  
  • MAN 175 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 12
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information. One to twelve credits.
  
  • MAN 200 - Human Resource Management I

    Credits: 3
    Provides the student with a broad overview of the contemporary issues, theories and principles used to effectively manage human resources. Topics include recruiting, hiring, compensation and benefits, training and development, employee relations, and legal issues. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 212 - Negotiation/Conflict Resolution

    Credits: 3
    Presents proper techniques in negotiation and conflict resolution. Key practices that determine successful negotiation are explored. This course covers principles of conflict resolution, including business policies, accepted business practices contracts, labor union contracts, pay raises and starting salaries. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 215 - Organizational Behavior

    Credits: 3
    Examines the behaviors of groups and individual members of organizations and how that behavior can be influenced. Course emphasis is on the tools managers use to achieve organizational effectiveness. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 216 - Small Business Management

    Credits: 3
    Examines the elements necessary for the successful formation of a new small business. It is also designed to enhance the skills of those already involved in the operation of a small business. The course includes the development of a complete small business plan. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 223 - Event Management

    Credits: 5
    Give students a comprehensive foundation to build a career in the vast spectrum of the events industry, including real world analysis and frequent speakers from prominent event professionals. Prerequisite(s): None. Five credits.
  
  • MAN 224 - Leadership

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on the leadership skills necessary to bring about change in an organization. Students learn to develop and communicate a shared vision, to empower employees, to manage conflict, to negotiate, and to develop organizations so that all are working toward common goals. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 225 - Managerial Finance

    Credits: 3
    Examines the concepts and techniques used to analyze financial accounting information for managerial planning, decision-making and control. The focus of the course is on decision-making relating to the areas of budgets, forecasts, cost volume production, ROI and financial statements. Prerequisite(s): ACC 122 with a grade of “C” or better. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 226 - Principles of Management

    Credits: 3
    Presents a survey of the principles of management. Emphasis is on the primary functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling with a balance between the behavioral and operational approach. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 240 - Strategic Management

    Credits: 3
    Presents the development of business policy and the integration of skills learned in prior business study, including strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. Focus is on the coordination of marketing, production, finance, accounting, and ethics and social responsibility to achieve competitive advantage. Prerequisite(s): ACC 121, MAR 216 and MAN 226 with a grade of “C” or better. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 241 - Project Mgmt in Organizations

    Credits: 3
    Introduces students to the planning, implementation, and control activities of project management, including project and performance evaluation, quality control and work flow analysis. Emphasis will be on the initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing activities of project management. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 246 - Critical Issues in Mktg/Mgmt

    Credits: 3
    Examine current issues, practices, challenges and trends in the marketing and management environments including truth in advertising, promotional codes of conduct and a diverse workforce. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 255 - Flow/Fast Cycle/Value Proj Mgt

    Credits: 3
    Introduces participants to new project management techniques based on the lean thinking principles, fast cycle project management, and value-based project management. Topics include project flow systems, last planner system, phase scheduling, value analysis, and ISO 9000 quality management. Participants will develop an understanding of recent thinking and theories in project management. Prerequisite(s): MAN 166. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 256 - Critical Chain Project Mgmt

    Credits: 2
    Learn Eli Goldratt’s critical chain as a new and exciting way to accurately manage multiple projects within budget and time constraints. Understand the concept of constraints, critical chain, making time estimates under conditions of uncertainty, buffer management, interdependency of resources, and focusing effort. Learn the implications of critical chain for various types of projects. Prerequisite(s): MAN 166. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 265 - Sales/Custmr Serv for Telecomm

    Credits: 3
    Develop a comprehensive understanding of competitive sales and customer service strategies in the telecommunications industry. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 267 - Process Control for Project Mgt

    Credits: 3
    Introduces advanced concepts of statistical process control. Participants will learn and apply statistical tools for discovering and addressing sources of variation. Statistical concepts and tools include variable selection, control charts, chart interpretation, process capability and control, gage studies, and process control maintenance. Statistical calculator or statistical software program required. Prerequisite(s): MAN 168. Three credits.
  
  • MAN 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information. One to six credits.
  
  • MAN 278 - Seminar

    Credits: 1 to 3
    Provides students with an experiential learning opportunity. One to three credits.
  
  • MAN 287 - Cooperative Ed / Internship

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator. One to six credits.

Manufacturing Technology

  
  • MTE 244 - Lean Manufacturing Prac/Proc

    Credits: 3
    Provides a study of the Toyota Production System (TPS), also known as Lean Manufacturing, Just-in-Time (JIT), Demand Flow, or Build-to-Order. The course covers the build-to-forecast batch-process method and compares it with TPS. The students study and develop in the lab the following TPS concepts/methods: customer expectations, seven fundamental wastes, plan-do-check-act cycle, kanban system and kanban types, material flow, group technology, manufacturing cells, point-of-use storage and support, and setup/changeover time reduction. This course also covers application of the following problem solving tools: flowchart, cause-and-effect diagram, check sheet, pareto chart, root cause analysis, statistical process control. Students investigate the basics of high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. Three credits.

Marketing

  
  • MAR 111 - Principles of Sales

    Credits: 3
    Enables the student to understand and develop ethical sales techniques and covers the role of selling in the marketing process. Areas of emphasis include behavioral considerations in the buying and selling process and sales techniques. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 117 - Principles of Retailing

    Credits: 3
    Emphasizes the study of the basic principles and techniques of merchandising, operations, layout, store organization, site location, and customer service with an emphasis on retailing operations. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 158 - Basic Customer Service

    Credits: 1
    Focus on basic concepts and techniques needed to effectively serve customers. Specific emphasis given to manage customer expectations by building customer rapport and create positive outcomes. One credit.
  
  • MAR 160 - Customer Service

    Credits: 3
    Enables students to learn the relationship of self to customers, problem solve and understand the importance of communicating with customers. Specific emphasis is given to managing customer expectations by building customer rapport and creating positive outcomes. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 178 - Seminar/Workshop

    Credits: 0 to 6
    Provides students with an experimental learning experience. Zero to six credits.
  
  • MAR 185 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Meet the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. One to six credits.
  
  • MAR 216 - Principles of Marketing

    Credits: 3
    Presents the analysis of theoretical marketing processes and the strategies of product development, pricing, promotion and distribution, and their applications to businesses and the individual consumer. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 220 - Principles of Advertising

    Credits: 3
    Examines the principles and practices of advertising and its relationship to business in order to promote a business or organization. Areas of major emphasis include advertising principles, strategies, media, copy and layout, and ethical considerations. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 235 - Consumer Behavior

    Credits: 3
    Enables the student to understand the variables that affect consumer behavior in the marketplace and the implications of this knowledge for marketing decisions and strategies. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 240 - International Marketing

    Credits: 3
    Enables the student to explore the international marketing for U.S. products, and to explore the increasing competitive international environment and recent changes in the environment that have challenged U.S. business. The course is designed to make the reader an “informed observer” of the global market place as well as enabling him/her to develop skills to make marketing decisions in a global context. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 258 - Marketing Research

    Credits: 3
    Introduces the principles and practices of marketing research, including creating research design, data collection and interpretation, and communicating the results. Prerequisite(s): MAR 216. Three credits.
  
  • MAR 275 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information. One to six credits.
  
  • MAR 278 - Seminar

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Provides students with an experiential learning opportunity. One to six credits.

Mathematics

  
  • BUS 226 - Business Statistics

    Credits: 3
    Focuses on statistical study, descriptive statistics, probability, and the binominal distribution, index numbers, time series, decision theory, confidence intervals, linear regression, and correlation. Intended for the business major. Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 030 - Fundamentals of Mathematics

    Credits: 2
    Includes the vocabulary, operations and applications of whole numbers, decimals and basic fractions and mixed numbers. Prerequisite(s): Placement test. Students must pass MAT 030 with a grade of “C” or better for placement into MAT 060. Two credits.
  
  • MAT 060 - Pre-Algebra

    Credits: 3
    Furthers the study of fractions and mixed numbers. Also included are vocabulary, operations and applications of ratio, proportion, percent, area, perimeter, US and metric measures, integers, and an introduction to algebraic expressions and the solution of basic first-degree equations. Prerequisite(s): MAT 030 with a grade of “C” or better or placement test. Students must pass MAT 060 with a grade of “C” or better for placement into MAT 090. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 090 - Introductory Algebra

    Credits: 4
    Includes first-degree equations, inequalities, formulas, polynomials, algebraic fractions, factoring polynomials, solving quadratic equations by factoring, and applications. Coordinate geometry, graphing linear equations and inequalities, and systems of linear equations are included. Prerequisite(s): MAT 060 with a grade of “C” or better or Assessment. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 099 - Intermediate Algebra

    Credits: 4
    (Formerly MAT 106) Emphasizes problem solving with further study of equations, slope, inequalities, systems of equations, polynomials, quadratic equations, rational expressions, rational exponents, radical expressions, graphing and applications. Prerequisite(s): MAT 090 or Assessment. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 103 - Math for Clinical Calculations

    Credits: 3
    Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra and an opportunity to learn systems of measurement and methods of solving problems related to drug dosage and intravenous fluid administration. It is designed for students in the health disciplines. Topics may include algebra, graphs, measurement and conversion between various systems of measurement. Differential tuition rates apply. See Tuition and Fees web page for rate listings at www.aims.edu/student/cashier/tuition. 3 credits/45 contact hours.
  
  • MAT 107 - Career Math

    Credits: 3
    Covers material designed for career technical or general studies students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics may include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs, and/or finance. These are presented on an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. This course may be used for the A.A.S. degree only. Prerequisite(s): Mat 060 or assessment. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 108 - Technical Mathematics

    Credits: 4
    (Formerly: ENT 116) This course provides students with the practical mathematics skills needed in a wide variety of trade and technical areas including automotive, construction, drafting, and welding. Since this course is specifically focused on the development and application of mathematical concepts using a variety of real problems and situations, it may not be suitable for those wanting a general overview of mathematics. This course begins with a review of basic math concepts, and then covers measurement topics, and basic algebra. Solving and rearranging formulas, and applications of plane and solid geometry concepts are thoroughly presented. Students also study triangle trigonometry and common applications used in the technical fields. Detailed instruction on the use of scientific calculators is provided in each of the topics studied. This course may be used for the A.A.S. degree only. Prerequisite(s): MAT 090 or assessment. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 111 - Technology Lab for Algebra

    Credits: 1
    Explores and applies algebraic topics in a laboratory course using graphing calculators. Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 or assessment. One credit.
  
  • MAT 120 - Math for Liberal Arts [MA1]

    Credits: 4
    Develops mathematical and problem-solving skills. Appropriate technological skills are included. Content is selected to highlight connections between mathematics and the society in which we live. Topics include set theory and logic, mathematical modeling, probability and statistical methods, and consumer mathematics. Additional content will include one topic in geometry, numeration systems, decision theory, or management science. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 or assessment. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 121 - College Algebra [MA1]

    Credits: 4
    Includes a brief review of intermediate algebra, equations and inequalities, and covers functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, theory of equations, graphs, and linear and nonlinear systems with a selection of topics from among graphing of the conic sections, sequences and series, permutations and combinations, and the binomial theorem. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 or MAT 106 with grade of C or better or assessment test or MAT 135 or BUS 226 with grade of B or better. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 122 - College Trigonometry [MA1]

    Credits: 3
    Covers topics including trigonometric functions (with graphs and inverse functions), identities and equations, solutions of triangles, complex numbers, and other topics as time permits. This is a traditional prerequisite course to the calculus sequence. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 121 or assessment. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 125 - Survey of Calculus [MA1]

    Credits: 4
    Includes derivatives, integrals, and their applications, with attention restricted to algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions for business, life science and/or social science majors. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 121. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 135 - Intro to Statistics [MA1]

    Credits: 3
    Includes data presentation and summarization, introduction to probability concepts and distributions, statistical inference-estimation, hypothesis testing, comparison of populations, correlation and regression. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 099 or Assessment. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 155 - Integrated Math I

    Credits: 3
    (This course was a State Guaranteed Transfer course from Fall 2006 through Summer 2011.) Covers topics including natural numbers, integers, rational numbers, relations, functions, and equations. This course is particularly pertinent to prospective arithmetic teachers, presenting arithmetic and algebra from a modern approach. Prerequisite(s): MAT 156 or MAT 099 or assessment. Three credits.
    NOTE: In order to receive General Education credit for Integrated Math courses as part of the Elementary Education Articulation Agreement, students must complete both MAT 155 and MAT 156. Successful completion of both MAT 155 and MAT 156 will satisfy all General Education requirements in the Mathematics category for the A.A. degree under the Elementary Education Articulation Agreement.
  
  • MAT 156 - Integrated Math II

    Credits: 3
    (This course was a State Guaranteed Transfer course from Fall 2006 through Summer 2011.) This course includes the study of the fundamentals of probability, statistics, and informal Euclidean geometry suitable for K-8 curriculum, employing laboratory techniques where applicable. Prerequisite(s): MAT 155 or MAT 099 or assessment. Three credits.
    NOTE: In order to receive General Education credit for Integrated Math courses as part of the Elementary Education Articulation Agreement, students must complete both MAT 155 and MAT156. Successful completion of both MAT 155 and MAT 156 will satisfy all General Education requirements in the Mathematics category for the A.A. degree under the Elementary Education Articulation Agreement.
  
  • MAT 175 - Special Topics

    Credits: 1 to 3
    (Formerly: MAT 185) Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. One to three credits.
  
  • MAT 185 - Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 3
    Provides an opportunity for the highly-motivated student to engage in intensive study and research on a specified topic, appropriate at this level, under the direction of a faculty member. The student will be limited to the number of independent study credits taken per semester. Prerequisite: Previous mathematical study with permission of instructor. One to three credits.
  
  • MAT 201 - Calculus I [MA1]

    Credits: 5
    Introduces single variable calculus and analytic geometry. Includes limits, continuity, derivatives, and applications of derivatives as well as indefinite and definite integrals and some applications. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 121 and MAT 122, assessment or permission of instructor. Five credits.
  
  • MAT 202 - Calculus II [MA1]

    Credits: 5
    Continuation of single variable calculus which will include techniques of integration, polar coordinates, analytic geometry, improper integrals, and infinite series. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 201, assessment or permission of instructor. Five credits.
  
  • MAT 203 - Calculus III [MA1]

    Credits: 4
    (Formerly: MAT 260) Completes the traditional subject matter of the Calculus. Topics include vectors, vector-valued functions, and multivariable calculus including partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line integrals and application. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 202, assessment or permission of instructor. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 215 - Discrete Mathematics [MA1]

    Credits: 4
    Includes formal logic, algorithms, induction proofs, counting and probability, recurrence relations, equivalence relations, graphs, shortestpath, and tree traversal. This course is designed for mathematics and computer science students. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 125, MAT 201, or permission of instructor. Four credits.
  
  • MAT 255 - Linear Algebra [MA1]

    Credits: 3
    Includes vector spaces, matrices, linear transformations, matrix representation, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 202 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
  
  • MAT 265 - Differential Equations [MA1]

    Credits: 3
    Emphasizes techniques of problem solving and applications. Topics include first, second, and higher order differential equations, series methods, approximations, systems of differential equations, and Laplace transforms. This course is a state guaranteed transfer course GT-MA1. Prerequisite(s): MAT 202 or permission of instructor. Three credits.
 

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