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16 courses with the subject MATH, 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.

MATH 090Developmental Algebra4
Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 091Preparatory Algebra3
Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 100Intermediate Algebra3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is the study of real numbers and operations with polynomials. Other topics include linear equations and inequalities, systems of equations in two variables, solving equations by factoring, exponents, complex numbers, the quadratic formula, and rational equations. This course meets the General Education Competency of Quantitative Reasoning (QR). Prerequisite Pass MATH 090 or MATH 091 with a “C” or better or appropriate score on placement test. Text

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 101College Algebra3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is a study of college algebra. Topics in this course include the real number system, exponents and radicals, relations and functions, linear and quadratic functions, inequalities, complex numbers, theory of equations, systems of equations, and the remainder and factor theorems. Prerequisite MATH 100 or equivalent or permission of instructor. Text Blitzer, R. (2022). Algebra and trigonometry with MyLab Math (7 th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 102Trigonometry and Functions3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is a study of transcendental functions. Topics include exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions and their applications, the laws of sines and cosines, and graphs of the basic trigonometric functions and conic sections. Prerequisite MATH 101. Text Blitzer, R. (2022). Algebra and trigonometry with MyLab Math (7 th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 107Elementary Statistics3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is a study of the basic principles and methods of statistics; understanding of and ability to use graphs; frequency distributions; measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal curve; probability; correlation and reliability of statistical measures. This course is appropriate for all areas of study including education, social sciences, sciences, and humanities. Prerequisite MATH 100 or equivalent. Text Bluman, A. G. (2023). Elementary statistics: A step by step approach w/Aleks (11th ed.). Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill. or Larson, R. (2023). Elementary statistics: Picturing the world w/MyLab statistics (8 th ed.) . Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 110Statistics and SPC3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course introduces the student to the concepts of probability and statistics and their applications. Practical application of statistical process control (SPC) to measurements is discussed. This course is appropriate for students in a technical program. Note Fall semester only. Prerequisite MATH 100 or MATH 117 or permission of instructor. Text Levine, D. M., Ramsey, P. P., & Smidt, R. K. (2001). Applied statistics for engineers and scientists (1 st ed). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 117Technical Mathematics I3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is designed to meet the needs of technology students with an emphasis on applications. Topics include numerical computation with significant digits, fundamental rules of algebra, right triangle trigonometry, vectors, plane and three-dimensional geometry, oblique triangles, polynomials, graphs and functions, linear equations, systems of linear equations, and variation. This course meets the General Education Competency of Quantitative Reasoning (QR). Note Fall semester only. Prerequisite Pass MATH 090 or MATH 091 with a “C” or better, or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Text Washington, A.J. & Evans, R. (2023). Basic technical mathematics with MyMathLab (12 th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 118Technical Mathematics II3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is a continuation of Technical Mathematics I. Topics include factoring, quadratic equations, advanced trigonometric topics, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers, and an introduction to statistics. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite MATH 117 or equivalent. Text Washington, A.J. & Evans, R. (2023). Basic technical mathematics with MyMathLab (12 th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 125Business Calculus3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is designed for Business Administration majors with an emphasis on business and economics applications of calculus. Topics include linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, derivatives and integration of those functions and applications of the calculus processes. The topics will be presented graphically, analytically, and numerically. Prerequisite MATH 101. Text Barnett, R. A., Ziegler, M. R., Byleen, K. E., & Stocker, C. J. (2019). Calculus: for business, economics, life sciences, and social sciences w/Access (14 th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 182Mathematics for Teacher Education I3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is designed for students in teacher education. It is intended to provide a thorough knowledge of the concepts of problem solving, set theory, number theory, and the theory of arithmetic. Completion of both MATH 182 and 183 with a grade of B or higher satisfies the Pennsylvania Department of Education Basic Skills test requirement for Mathematics for pre-service teaching candidates. Prerequisite MATH 100 or appropriate score on placement test Text Bennett, Jr., A. B., Burton, L. J., & Nelson, L.T. (2016). Mathematics for elementary teachers a conceptual approach (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 183Mathematics for Teacher Education II3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is designed for students in teacher education. It provides students with conceptual knowledge of statistics, probability, geometry, and measurement. Completion of both MATH 182 and 183 with a grade of B or higher satisfies the Pennsylvania Department of Education Basic Skills test requirement for Mathematics for pre-service teaching candidates. Prerequisite Completion of MATH 100 or appropriate score on placement test. Text Bennett, Jr., A. B., Burton, L. J., & Nelson, L.T. (2016). Mathematics for elementary teachers a conceptual approach (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 221Calculus and Analytic Geometry I4

(4 lecture) Course Description This course is basic to the further study of mathematics, engineering, and the physical sciences. It includes the study of coordinates and related variables, polynomials, and their graphs, differentiation of functions with applications, and integration of functions with applications. Prerequisite MATH 102 or MATH 118. Text

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 222Calculus and Analytic Geometry II4

(4 lecture) Course Description This course is a continuation of Calculus and Analytic Geometry I. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of integration, sequence and series, polar and parametric equations, and analytical geometry. Applications of the derivative and definite integral to the physical sciences, social sciences, and engineering are also studied. Prerequisite MATH 221. Text

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 223Calculus and Analytic Geometry III4

(4 lecture) Course Description This course is a continuation of Calculus and Analytic Geometry II. It includes a study of plane and solid analytical geometry and vectors, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, and vector analysis. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite MATH 222. Text

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu
MATH 224Differential Equations3

(3 lecture) Course Description This course is an introductory study of the methods of solution of ordinary differential equations including applications. Included are first order solutions using exact, separable, homogeneous, and linear types. Second order solutions, series solutions, numerical solutions, and Laplace transforms are included. Note Spring semester only. Prerequisite MATH 222. Text Polking, J., Boggess, A., & Arnold, D. (2018). Differential equations with boundary value problems (classic version) (2 nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. Objectives

Subject
MATH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027
Source
academic-catalog.bc3.edu

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