27 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 100Elementary Algebra3
This is a one-semester developmental course in beginning algebra. This course will focus on computation of real numbers, as well as linear equations and inequalities. This will include linear equations in more than one variable and systems of linear equations. This course is only open to students with a math ACT score of less than 17 or an equivalent subscore on an appropriate placement test. This course does not count toward graduation requirements and the grades earned are not included in the grade point average. Students must successfully pass MAT 100 with a grade of “C-” or better in order to advance to MAT 112 .
This is a one-semester course designed to prepare students for college-level mathematics courses. The course looks at polynomial, rational functions, and radicals, with a focus on solving equations and simplifying expressions. This course carries institutional credit but does not fulfill the mathematics requirement in the General Education Core.
A math ACT score of 17 or 18, an equivalent score on an appropriate placement test, or completion of a developmental mathematics course ( MAT 100 or transfer) with a grade of “C-” or better Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 131College Algebra3
This course will focus on the study of functions, including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and their graphs. Applications are considered throughout.
Grade of “C-” or better in MAT 112 , a math ACT score of 20 or better, or an equivalent score on an appropriate placement test Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 131ECollege Algebra Enhanced4
This course will focus on the study of functions, including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and their graphs. Applications are considered throughout. Students must pass the lab in order to pass MAT 131E.
A math ACT score of 18 or better, an equivalent sub-score on an appropriate placement test, or completion of a developmental mathematics course ( MAT 100 or transfer) with a grade of “C-” or better
MAT 141Precalculus5
This is a combined course in college algebra and trigonometry designed to provide an adequate background for the study of calculus. Topics include complex numbers; polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities and equations; and other selected topics.
Grade of “C-” or better in MAT 131 or MAT 131E , a math ACT score of 22 or better, an equivalent score on an appropriate placement test, or permission of the instructor Offered: Spring
MAT 142Calculus I4
This is the first course in a three-semester sequence of differential and integral calculus. This course introduces limits, derivatives, and integrals in a single-variable context. Topics include limits and continuity, the derivative, techniques of differentiation, applications of the derivative, antidifferentiation, the Riemann integral, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Fundamental knowledge of trigonometry is required for this course.
Grade of “C-” or better in MAT 141 , a math ACT score of 24 or higher, an equivalent score on an appropriate placement test, or permission of the instructor Offered: Fall
MAT 171Introduction to Modern Mathematics3
This course will introduce students to a variety of topics in modern and contemporary mathematics. When appropriate, the presentation and discussion of topics will have a conceptual focus, and technology may be used to minimize computational aspects. The course will cover three to five topics chosen based on the interests of the students and instructor. Possible topics include infinity; voting theory; fair division; graph theory; fractals; geometry; logic; probability and counting; cryptography; and the mathematics found in nature, art, and music. This course is intended for students not majoring in science or mathematics.
A math ACT score of 17, an equivalent sub-score on an appropriate placement test, or completion of a developmental mathematics course ( MAT 100 or transfer) with a grade of “C-” or better Offered: Spring
MAT 211Math Concepts3
This is a liberal arts mathematics course, intended for students not majoring in science or mathematics. Topics will include ancient and modern numeration systems, the metric system of measurement, and the geometry of two- and three-dimensional figures. Up to four additional topics will be chosen from the following: elementary number theory, problem solving, sets, logic, counting problems, probability, statistics, and graph theory.
A math ACT score of 17, an equivalent sub-score on an appropriate placement test, or completion of a developmental mathematics course ( MAT 100 or transfer) with a grade of “C-” or better Offered: Fall, Spring evening
MAT 231Statistics3
In this course, we will introduce the key concepts of statistics, focusing on descriptive statistics, probability, and inferential statistics, including estimation and hypothesis testing. This course is intended to be useful to students from a variety of disciplines.
Grade of “C-” or better in MAT 112 , a math ACT score of 20, or an equivalent sub-score on an appropriate placement test Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 231EStatistics Enhanced4
In this course, we will introduce the key concepts of statistics, focusing on descriptive statistics, probability, and inferential statistics, including estimation and hypothesis testing. This course is intended to be useful to students from a variety of disciplines.
A math ACT score of 18 or better, an equivalent sub-score on an appropriate placement test, or completion of a developmental mathematics course ( MAT 100 or transfer) with a grade of “C-” or better Offered: Fall, Spring
MAT 235Linear Algebra3
This course will focus on vectors, vector spaces, linear transformations, and matrices. Some consideration will be given to solving linear systems of equations, as well as applications of these ideas. The course will also present some ideas and techniques of proofs.
This is the continuation of the three-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. This course continues the study single-variable integral calculus with applications of the definite integral and techniques of integration. This course also introduces sequences and series, including Taylor and MacLaurin series; additional topics include parametric equations, polar coordinates, and conic sections.
MAT 142 or consent of the instructor Offered: Spring
MAT 242Calculus III4
This is the conclusion of the three-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. This course focuses on calculus on vector-valued functions and multivariable functions. Topics include: vectors, analytic geometry of three-dimensional solids, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and selected topics in vector calculus.
MAT 241 or consent of the instructor Offered: Fall, even-numbered years
MAT 261Differential Equations3
This is a course on solving ordinary differential equations. The course will also cover some applications of differential equations in physics, biology, economics, and other fields. Topics covered may include first order differential equations, linear differential equations, series solutions, and LaPlace transformations.
This course will provide an historical and philosophical overview of the development of mathematical thought from ancient civilizations through the development of calculus to modern times. There will be some examination of the people and cultures associated with these developments as well as a look at the original theorems, proofs, and methods, when available. The instructor will have a large amount of discretion when it comes to the organization of the course as well as what topics or developments will be covered.
An introduction to numerical analysis including error calculations, root finding methods, interpolation, differentiation, and integration. Additional topics to be chosen by the instructor. This course will use a mathematical programming language, and it is recommended that students have previous computational experience.
MAT 241 ; MAT 235 or MAT 261 ; or permission of instructor Offered: Spring, odd-numbered years
MAT 350Foundations of Mathematics3
This course will introduce students to the foundations of modern mathematics, including basic logic, sets, functions, cardinality, and relations as well as basic proof techniques. The course will also consider basic ideas and theorems from number theory. This is considered a “first proofs course,” and it is the prerequisite for higher level mathematics courses.
This will largely be a project and activity-based course that focuses on problem solving, the process of mathematical modeling, and tools available for those models. Topics may include model fitting, dimensional analysis, dynamical systems, and linear programming. Students are expected to use appropriate technology and software. The course includes a variety of presentation methods and a final semester project.
This course is an introduction to advanced structures in discrete mathematics, excluding graph theory. The course will focus on two or more areas in discrete mathematics, such as enumerative combinatorics, order theory, lattices, design theory, Boolean algebra, finite geometries, applications of discrete structures, or other areas chosen by the instructor.
This course will cover an area of advanced mathematics of interest to the instructor and the students. This course may be repeated for credit with the permission of the mathematics program.
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3
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3
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Repeatable
may be repeated for credit with the permission of the mathematics program.
This course is an introduction to graph theory. Topics may include trees, matchings, vertex coloring, edge coloring, Euler circuits, Hamilton circuits, planar graphs, graph connectivity, and applications of graph theory.
This course will consider the structure of the real numbers and the properties of real-valued functions. This may include a study of sequences, limits, continuity, differentiability, and integrability.
In consultation with a faculty member in mathematics, the student will research a topic in mathematics. The work in this course will be used to complete the student’s senior thesis.
Any 400-level Math Course Offered: On demand Pass/Fail: Pass/Fail
MAT 491Mathematics Thesis2
The student will complete the project started in MAT 490 . This will involve both a written thesis as well as an oral presentation open to all students and faculty.
MAT 490 passed within one academic year Offered: On demand
MAT 498Mathematics Internship1-9
This course involves productive, contributing learning experiences in one or more off-campus settings. The student will complete a portfolio of activities and learning experiences approved by the supervisor in the setting. Application for internships will be made at least six weeks before the end of the semester prior to the semester of internship.
Junior standing, a minimim grade point average of 25, and the approval of the program coordinator Offered: On demand Fees: Internship/Practicum fee applies
Source: The University of Tennessee Southern's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
