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26 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 0113Fundamental Concepts in Mathematics

A review of basic mathematics concepts including number systems and their properties, fractions and fractional arithmetic, decimal representations, percent, order of operations, and applications to solving simple equations. Carries institutional credit only; cannot be used to meet the 120 hours required for graduation. Students placed in this course must pass this course and MAT 0123 before enrolling in MAT 1213 or higher. Prerequisite: Placement by the Mathematics

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 0123Foundations of Algebra

A review of beginning algebra concepts including solving simple equations, inequalities, exponents, polynomial expressions, factoring, rational expressions, roots and radicals. Carries institutional credit only; cannot be used to meet the 120 hours 1 4 9 | Page

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 1213College Algebra I (or higher)

BS Degree Requirement Science:

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 1223College Algebra II

Elementary linear and matrix algebra, linear programming, polynomial, rational, and trigonometric functions, elementary sequences and series, and applications of these concepts.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
Prerequisite
MAT 1213.
MAT 1233Math of Finance

BS Degree Requirement Math/Science:

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 1514Precalculus

Conic sections, linear, absolute value, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, with the specific intent to provide the foundation to succeed in calculus and later courses. Prerequisite: MAT 1213 or MAT 1223 with a grade of “B” or better, or placement by the Mathematics Department. (On

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 1601Introduction to CAS

An introduction to Computer Algebra Systems (CAS) in the context of differential calculus using the software Mathematica. Class meets for two hours each week in a computer lab with a lab format. Must be taken concurrent with or after MAT 1815 or an equivalent course. Prerequisite: MAT 1514 or an equivalent course.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
Corequisite
MAT 1815.
MAT 1815Calculus I

Limits, continuity, derivatives, differentiation, applications of the derivative, definite and indefinite integrals. Prerequisite: MAT 1514 or equivalent course with a grade of “C” or better, or placement by the Math Department. (On Demand)

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 1825Calculus II

A continuation of MAT 1815 covering inverse functions, definite and indefinite integrals of transcendental functions (trigonometric, exponential, logarithmic, inverse trigonometric), applications of integration, techniques of integrations (substitution, integration by parts, trigonometric integrals and substitutions, partial fraction decomposition), limits of indeterminate forms, improper integrals, and infinite series. Prerequisite: MAT 1815 or equivalent course with a grade of “C” or better, or Instructor’s Permission.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 2023Intro to Statistics |3

Additional Non-Nursing Required Prerequisites

Subject
MAT
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 2033Inferential Statistics

Continuous probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing by the traditional and p-value methods, correlation and regression, chi-square tests, and analysis of variance (ANOVA). Prerequisite: MAT 2023 or MAT 1213. (Spring)

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 22012202, 2203 Special Topics in Mathematics

The student will engage in class instruction or analysis of specific topics in Mathematics. Credits to be determined by course content. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. Prerequisite: Instructor’s Permission.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit with a change in topic.
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 2814Calculus III

Vector geometry of the plane and space, complex numbers, calculus of parametric representations, calculus in polar coordinates, calculus of vector functions, partial differentiation, multiple integration, cylindrical and spherical coordinate systems. better, or Instructor’s Permission.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
Prerequisite
MAT 1825 or equivalent course with a grade of “C” or
MAT 2913Elementary Linear Algebra

Matrices and systems of linear equations, determinants, vectors and vector spaces, and the eigenvalue problem. Prerequisites: MAT 1514 or Instructor’s Permission.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 3003Introduction to Differential Equations

Total 20 Advanced Placement credit in calculus and statistics will be awarded according to the following guidelines. Test Score Credits Placement Calculus AB 3 3 General Education MAT 1815

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 3103Introduction to Mathematical Proof

An introduction to the techniques of writing mathematical proofs in the context of discrete mathematics and abstract algebra, including propositional calculus, mathematical logic, mathematical induction, elementary set and number theory, and equivalence relations. Emphasis is placed on proof-writing, reading, and expository writing in the discipline. Prerequisite: Junior status or Instructor’s Permission.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 31113112, 3113 Academic Internship in Mathematics

This Internship provides the opportunity for juniors and seniors to participate in college-related career training. The Internship can be completed by participating in a mathematics-related activity requiring the significant use of college-level mathematics. One example is tutoring in the ACE during the course of a semester. Students will receive variable credit based on time spent at the 150 | Page

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 3303Abstract Algebra

Introductory course in groups, rings, fields, and related concepts with emphasis on mathematical proof writing. Prerequisite: MAT 3103 with a grade of “C” or better, and MAT 2913.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 3403Introduction to Probability

An introduction to the mathematical foundations of probability, including axioms of probability and combinatorial methods, conditional probability and independence, distribution functions, discrete and continuous random variables, bivariate and multivariate distributions, and limit theorems. Prerequisites: MAT 2814, MAT 3103.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 35013502, 3503 Directed Study in Mathematics

Course covers a topic of interest under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit with a change in subject.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit with a change in subject.
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
Prerequisite
Instructor’s Permission.
MAT 3603College Geometry

Study of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries. Prerequisite: MAT 2913 and MAT 3103.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 3813Vector Calculus

An introduction to the fundamental concepts of vector calculus, including divergence and curl, vector fields, change of variables, integrals over paths and surfaces, and integral theorems of vector calculus, including Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, Gauss’s Theorem, Conservative Field Theorem. Prerequisite: MAT 2814.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 4203Real Analysis

Real number system, theory of sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, and mathematical proof. Prerequisite: MAT 3103 with a grade of “C” or better, and MAT 2814.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 4423Introduction to Numerical Analysis

Numerical solutions of equations in one variable, numerical methods of differentiation and integration, and approximate solutions of initial value problems in ordinary differential equations MAT 3003, BUS 2313.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
Prerequisite
MAT 3103 with a grade of “C” or better, MAT 2814,
MAT 4443Senior Seminar

A review for mathematics majors in their final year of study. Student will complete a project in an area of Mathematics or application of Mathematics to an area outside the discipline, while simultaneously preparing for the GRE (advanced) mathematics subject test, Praxis II, and similar exams. Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of, or current enrollment in, either MAT 3303 or MAT 4203.

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu
MAT 45014502, 4503 Special Topics in Mathematics

Course covers a selected topic for further study. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. Credits to be determined by course content. Prerequisite: Instructor’s Permission. Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2025-26

Subject
MAT
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit with a change in topic.
Edition
2025-undergraduate
Source
www.bluefield.edu

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