25 courses with the subject MAT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MAT 091Pre-Algebra 3 cr.
Topics in this course include a review of arithmetic formulas, the concept of a variable, word problems, signed numbers, consumer mathematics, linear equations, and geometry(area, volume, and perimeter). The course is for students who need to bring their skills up to a level necessary for placement in either MAT 095 or MAT 098 . A grade of C or better must be earned before advancement to MAT 095 or MAT 098 . 3 hours lecture.
Entering Student Assessment. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 094Quantitative Reasoning Foundations 3 cr.
This course focuses on basic mathematical skills for everyday life. Students will utilize percentages, probability, mathematical modeling, and statistical thinking to solve real life problems. Concepts are investigated through group work and class discussion in the context of medical, environmental, civic and financial scenarios. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 091 with a C or better or by placement assessment.
Corequisite
MAT 110 . Pre and/or
MAT 095Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning 4 cr.
This course focuses on basic mathematical skills for everyday life. Students will utilize percentages, probability, mathematical modeling, and statistical thinking to solve real life problems. Concepts are investigated through group work and class discussion in the context of medical, environmental, civic and financial scenarios. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 091 with a grade of C or better or by placement assessment. Pre and/or
Corequisite
Placement into CRT 101 or higher. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 097Introduction to Algebra 4 cr.
This course will introduce algebra and related topics and will cover factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, roots, radicals, and quadratic functions. Upon completion of this course students will be prepared to take MAT115 College Algebra and Trigonometry. 4 hours lectue.
MAT 091 with a C or better, or placement assessment Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 098Basic Algebra 3 cr.
The following topics are covered in this first course in algebra: signed numbers, properties of real numbers, operations with polynomials, introduction to exponents, first degree equations and inequalities, introduction to absolute value, word problems, and graphing. Students may not use this course to satisfy mathematics requirements or mathematics electives in a program unless specifically approved by the Department of Mathematics and the department offering that program. The course satisfies an open elective at SUNY Ulster, but may not transfer to other institutions. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 091 with a grade of C or better or by Entering Student Assessment. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 100Intermediate Algebra 3 cr.
Extending the skills covered in MAT 098 , students learn factoring, algebraic fractions, exponents, roots, radicals, and quadratic functions. Students may not use this course to satisfy mathematics requirements or mathematics electives in a program unless specifically approved by the Department of Mathematics and the department offering that program. The course satisfies an open elective at SUNY Ulster, but may not transfer to other institutions.
MAT 098 with a grade of C or better or equivalent course in elementary algebra or by Entering Student Assessment. 3 hours lecture. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 101Survey of Mathematics 3 cr.
Students will discover the power of mathematics as a foundation for lifelong learning. As they explore various real-world applications, they will strengthen their critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and problem-solving skills, as well as discover connections between mathematics and other disciplines. Topics will include logic, probability, statistics, and set theory. Additional topics may include voting and social choice, geometry, graph theory, and symmetries. This course is intended for students who do not need higher level mathematics for their program. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 098 or MAT 097 or by placement assessment or by permission of the instructor. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 110Quantitative Reasoning 3 cr.
This course focuses on mathematical and statistical reasoning important for decision-making in everyday life. Students will utilize percentages, probability, mathematical modeling, and statistical thinking to solve real-life problems. Concepts are investigated through group work and class discussion in the context of medical, environmental, civic and financial scenarios. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 095 with a grade of C or better or by placement assessment.
Corequisite
MAT 094 by placement assessment. Pre and/or
MAT 112Topics in the History of Math 3 cr.
This course will allow for the exploration of topics from the history of mathematics. Each course will emphasize a basic understanding of content, concurrent with the development of critical thinking skills in the analysis of relevant issues. In this course, students will: learn and appreciate the mathematics associated with a particular period or theme; learn about and appreciate the historical and cultural context of particular mathematical developments; and learn who the prominent mathematicians associated with a particular mathematical period were and what their mathematical contribution was.
To be determined. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 115College Algebra and Trigonometry 4 cr.
Topics in mathematics preparatory to MAT 160 Pre-Calculus are covered in this course. Students study linear and quadratic equations, absolute value and polynomial inequalities, coordinate geometry of the line and circle, linear and polynomial functions, techniques of graphing, exponential functions, logarithms, right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions of any angle, and fundamental trigonometric identities. A scientific calculator is required. Graphing calculators are not permitted. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 100 or MAT 097 with a grade of C or better, high school equivalent or by Entering Student Assessment. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 120Computer Mathematics 3 cr.
This course is designed for students in the Network Administration Program. Topics essential to solving problems associated with computers and computer networks are covered. They include number systems; arithmetic operations in different number systems; computer arithmetic; algorithms & flowcharts; selected topics in algebra; sets; logics; Boolean algebra and logic gates; matrix manipulation techniques for solving systems of linear equations; graphing and linear programming; elementary descriptive statistics and probability. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 098 , high school equivalent or Entering Student Assessment at MAT 100 (or higher). Semester(s) Offered: Fall
MAT 140Foundations of Elementary School Mathematics 3 cr.
Background information for the teaching of elementary school mathematics is provided in this course. Topics include problem solving; number theory; set theory; probability and statistics; theory of addition and subtraction; and logic. Students learn mathematical theory and application, and experience the role of elementary school students through a variety of classroom activities and demonstrations. 3 hours lecture.
A grade of C or better in either MAT 100 or MAT 097 , high school equivalent or by Entering Student Assessment. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 150Interpreting Statistics 3 cr.
This is a non-sequential course appropriate for all students. Topics include descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing and confidence intervals and regression using both simulation and a theory-based approach. Technology will be used regularly throughout the course. Statistical concepts rather than computations will be emphasized. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 095 with a C or higher or placement into college level math Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 160Pre‐Calculus 4 cr.
Topics in mathematics preparatory to MAT 170 are covered in this course. Students study functions (polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric), inverse functions, and conic sections. A scientific calculator is required. Graphing calculators are not permitted. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 115 with a grade of C or better, high school equivalent or by Entering Student Assessment. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 170Calculus I 4 cr.
Survey of functions; limits; the first and second derivative; definite integrals; differentiation of polynomial, exponential, and trigonometric functions; curve sketching; and other applications of the derivative are covered in this course. This is the first of a three‐course sequence dealing with Calculus. A TI‐83 or TI‐84 graphing calculator is required. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 160 with a grade of C or better or high school equivalent. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 180Calculus II 4 cr.
The antiderivative, techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, approximations, improper integrals, L’Hospital’s Rule, series, and sequences are covered in this course. A TI‐83 or TI‐84 graphing calculator is required. 4 hours leture.
MAT 170 with a grade of C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
MAT 203Calculus III 4 cr.
Solid analytic geometry, the calculus of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, and vector analysis are covered in this course, which completes the calculus sequence. A TI‐83 or TI‐84 graphing calculator is required. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 180 with a grade of C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
MAT 204Differential Equations 4 cr.
Topics in this course include solutions to standard types of first‐ and second‐order differential equations using differential operators, the method of undetermined coefficients, and variation of parameters. Students also study higher order equations, an introduction to Laplace transforms, systems of equations, series solutions, and numerical methods. 4 hours lecture.
MAT 180 with a grade of C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Fall
MAT 205Linear Algebra 3 cr.
A study of matrix algebra, determinants, linear transformations and their matrix representation, vector spaces, characteristic values, and vectors are covered in this course. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 170 with a C or better or by advisement. Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 207Fundamentals of Mathematical Proof 3 cr.
This course is intended to introduce the students to the methodology of mathematical proofs. Topics include basic logic, set theory, cardinality of sets, relations, functions, basic number theory. Topics from the “foundation of mathematics” are developed to provide students with an opportunity to read and write proofs. This course is designed for, but not limited to, those intending to major in mathematics or mathematical education. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 180 . Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 211Elementary Statistics 3 cr.
The following topics are covered in this non-calculus based course: the organization of data, central tendency and dispersion, probability, binomial and normal distribution, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and the Chi‐square distribution. A scientific hand‐held calculator is required. 3 hours lecture.
Students study, discuss and practice the historic mathematics associated with the non-Western world, including Africa, Asia, Central/South America and the Middle East. Topics to be covered will include various numeral systems, arithmetic algorithms, word problems, algebra, geometry and trigonometry. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 170 and ENG 101 or permission of the instructor. Semester(s) Offered: May be offered by request
MAT 240Foundations of Elementary School Geometry 3 cr.
This course is a second semester requirement for students in the elementary education program. It emphasizes background information for the teaching of elementary school geometry. Topics include geometric shapes, spatial visualization, measurement, similarity and congruence, and transformational geometry. Students learn mathematical theory and application, and experience the role of elementary school students through a variety of classroom activities and demonstrations. 3 hours lecture.
MAT 140 with a grade of C or better. Semester(s) Offered: Spring
MAT 270Special Topics in Mathematics 3 cr.
Students will explore special topics in the field of mathematics and a more concentrated study within the discipline. Each course will emphasize a basic understanding of content, concurrent with the development of critical thinking skills in the analysis of relevant issues. This course may be taken twice for credit, provided the topics differ. May be offered by request.
