Apr 29, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog ARCHIVED 2015-16 
    
Undergraduate Catalog ARCHIVED 2015-16 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

History

  
  • HIST 122 - Western Civilization II

    3 credits
    Surveys the development of western civilization from the Reformation era to the present.
  
  • HIST 151 - United States History I

    3 credits
    Surveys the background and development of the United States from its colonial origins to the Civil War and Reconstruction.
  
  • HIST 152 - United States History II

    3 credits
    Surveys development of the United States since the Civil War and Reconstruction.
  
  • HIST 256 - World History

    3 credits
    Major features of the principal existing civilizations of the world, both Western and non-Western, as they were originally formed and as they have been altered during the past two to four centuries. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  or HON 101  or HON 111  or HON 116 
  
  • HIST 312 - History of Modern Asia

    3 credits
    Focuses on the history of modern Chinese and Japanese civilizations.
  
  • HIST 444 - History of Modern Russia

    3 credits
    Presents the history of Russia form the mid-nineteenth century through Communist period in the twentieth century, including politics, foreign policy, economy, social and political reform, revolutionary movements, art, music, science, and literature.
  
  • HIST 470 - History of World War II

    3 credits
    Study of the war from a political, military, social, and economic point of view.  American or European emphasis dependent upon instructor.
  
  • HIST 475 - American Sports History, 1607 - Present

    3 credits
    Provides a critical examination of the role of sport in American social and cultural life, emphasizing sport’s role in mediating identities of race, class, and gender.
  
  • HIST 476 - History of South Dakota

    3 credits
    Examines the history of South Dakota’s physical environment, Native American presence, European settlement, economic developments, political institutions, and social life.
  
  • HIST 488 - Introduction to Grand Strategy

    3 credits
    To introduce students to the politics and conduct of war and diplomacy.  Students will read, discuss and write about the leading strategic thinkers to gain an introductory understanding to strategy making.  The course will be structured in such a way that the students will compare and contrast wars and leading military thinkers in order to understand how wars are won and how leaders achieve their aims.  The course explores political and cultural structures, history, diplomacy, literature and religion in order to examine the material in a comprehensive manner.
  
  • HIST 491 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • HIST 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

Health

  
  • HLTH 110 - Health Concepts

    3 credits
    This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and comprehension of basic health concepts and theories at they relate to a variety of health and wellness topics.
  
  • HLTH 201 - ATOD Prevention Education

    2 credits
    Concepts and analysis of vital issues related to drug use, misuse, and abuse. Educational principles related to teaching about drug education and counseling considerations in these problem areas are addressed.
  
  • HLTH 251 - First Aid and CPR

    1 credit
    Students in this course develop knowledge and skills for first aid and CPR meeting the requirements for emergency cardiac care, responding to emergencies, and first aid.  Safety in everyday living is emphasized.
  
  • HLTH 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • HLTH 320 - Community Health

    2-3 credits
    This course presents the structural organization, functional roles, and political foundations of public and private health agencies relative to community health. The roles and responsibilities of community health educators and professional associations/career opportunities receive particular attention. Prerequisite(s): WEL 100 
  
  • HLTH 370 - Stress Management

    3 credits
    The course is designed to help students deal with stressful situations in their lives. Successful management of stress has been shown to positively affect the performance of daily tasks and reduce the risks of many diseases. Students will learn management techniques and have the opportunity to act as peer counselors.
  
  • HLTH 420 - K-12 Methods of Health Instruction

    1-3 credits
    Curriculum content at elementary and secondary levels. Methods of presentation including direct, correlated, and integrated health instruction. Organization of health and safety education. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to teacher education
  
  • HLTH 422 - Nutrition

    3 credits
    This course investigates the science of food relative to human performance, nutrition, and health education. Areas of emphasis include nutrient chemistry, function, and interactions; energy consumption and metabolism; and resources for nutrition education. Advanced students will examine theories and resources of nutrition education, as well as design, implement, and evaluate models of nutrition education as part of health promotion and disease prevention interventions in schools, community, worksite, and medical care settings.
  
  • HLTH 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • HLTH 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

Honors

  
  • HON 101 - Composition I

    3 credits
    Practice in the skills, research, and documentation needed for the effective academic writing. Analysis of a variety of academic and non-academic texts, rhetorical structures, critical thinking, and audience will be included. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 102 - Introduction to Honors: Popular Culture

    1 credit
    An introductory seminar for the College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program designed to teach critical thinking skills through varied topics of popular culture.  Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPS of 3.2 or 24 Composition Score on ACT.
  
  • HON 105 - Introduction to Computers

    3 credits
    Overview of computer applications with emphasis on word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation tools and internet-based applications. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 111 - Composition/Introduction to Computers

    5 credits
    Equivalent to ENGL 101  plus incorporation of introduction to computers taught in CSC 105 . HON 111 is equivalent to ENGL 101  and CSC 105  for purposes of determining eligibility for proficiencies examination. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 112 - Introduction to Music/Introduction to Computers

    5 credits
    Equivalent to MUS 100  plus incorporation of introduction to computers taught in CSC 105 . HON 112 is equivalent to MUS 100  and CSC 105  for purposes of determining eligibility for proficiencies examination. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 114 - Principles of Programming and College Algebra

    4 credits
    Course integrates the use of computer programming with college algebra. Emphasis on the use of algebraic functions in structured programming, logical design and flowcharting. Is equivalent to CSC 150  and MATH 102  for purposes of determining eligibility for proficiencies examination. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 116 - Composition/Oral Communications and Introduction to Computers

    7 credits
    Equivalent to ENGL 101 , SPCM 101 , plus incorporation of introduction to computers taught in CSC 105 . HON 116 is equivalent to ENGL 101 , SPCM 101 , and CSC 105  for purposes of determining eligibility for proficiencies examination. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 130 - Visual Basic Programming

    3 credits
    Fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Focus on problem solving, visual design, and programming concepts. Topics include sequence, selection, repetition, procedures, and functions. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 150 - Computer Science I

    3 credits
    An introduction to computer programming. Focus on problem solving, algorithm development, design and programming concepts. Topics include sequence selection, repetition, functions and arrays. Honors Section Prerequisite: ACT score of 24 or above or 3.2 cumulative GPA. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 201 - Composition II

    3 credits
    Study of and practice in writing persuasive prose, with the aim to improve writing skills in all disciplines. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  or HON 101  or HON 111  or HON 116  and completed 28 credit hours and Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 231 - Literature and Aesthetics

    4 credits
    This course combines the content of Introduction to Literature and Survey of Art, Music and Theatre. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 250 - Computer Science II

    3 credits
    Problem solving, algorithm design, standards of program style, debugging, and testing. Extension of the control structures and data structures of the high-level language introduced in CSC 150 . Elementary data structures and basic algorithms that include sorting and searching. Topics include more advanced treatment of functions, data types such as arrays and structures, and files. Prerequisite(s): CSC 150  and Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 251 - Business Applications Programming

    3 credits
    Emphasis on logical design and structured programming techniques. Writing, debugging, and testing business programs. Prerequisite(s): CIS 130  and Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 285 - Society and Technology

    3 credits
    Exploring a variety of domestic and global topics relating to technology, society, and culture. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105  or HON 105  or HON 111  or HON 105  or HON 112  or HON 116  and Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT or Consent of the instructor
  
  • HON 363 - Dramatic Literature and Theatre

    4 credits
    This course combines the content of ENGL 363  Studies in Genre, and THEA 100  Introduction to Theatre. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 390 - Seminar

    1-3 credits
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT
  
  • HON 491 - Independent Study

    1-12 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT or Consent of the instructor
  
  • HON 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    1-12 credits
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA of 3.2 or 24 Composite Score on ACT or Consent of the instructor

Humanities

  
  • HUM 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • HUM 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Indian Education

  
  • INED 211 - South Dakota American Indian Culture and Education

    3 credits
    This course is an education focused study of the history, culture, values, family structures, traditional religions, legends, and governmental policies of South Dakota American Indian groups.  Students are expected to apply the selected concepts and theories to contemporary issues in the state and region.  Areas addressed are the educational application of American Indian cultural dynamics, history, teaching and learning.
  
  • INED 411 - South Dakota Indian Studies

    3 credits
    A basic knowledge of Indian history with emphasis on the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota speaking people. Current cultural issues are presented including values, family structures, traditional religion, fine arts, legends, economics, governmental policies, treaties, acts and related areas. Focuses on teaching methods, content and materials to equip students to teach bi-culturally.

Lakota

  
  • LAKL 101 - Introductory Lakota I

    3-4 credits
    This course is an introduction to the Lakota language. Emphasis is placed on the basic sounds of the Lakota language, correct pronunciation, and orthography used to represent those sounds. The course includes a focus on male/female speech patterns, kinship terms, other ordinary environmental and cultural contexts, and basic sentence structure. Language tables are used to enhance fluency in conversational Lakota.
  
  • LAKL 102 - Introductory Lakota II

    3-4 credits
    This course is a continuation of the Lakota language in both written and oral forms. Emphasis is placed on pronunciation, a more extended examination of grammar, expanded vocabulary, and continued practice in reading, writing, and speaking Lakota. Language tables are used to enhance fluency in conversational Lakota. Prerequisite(s): LAKL 101 
  
  • LAKL 201 - Intermediate Lakota I

    3-4 credits
    This course is an advanced course that builds on the introductory Lakota language courses. Students will learn advanced grammar and Lakota literacy with an emphasis on verb conjugation, composition of sentences, and analysis of Lakota/Dakota language texts. Language tables are used to enhance fluency in Lakota speaking skills. Prerequisite(s): LAKL 101  and LAKL 102 
  
  • LAKL 202 - Intermediate Lakota II

    3-4 credits
    This course is a continuation of teaching grammar and Lakota literacy with an emphasis on verb conjugation, composition of sentences, and further in-depth analysis of Lakota/Dakota language texts. Language tables are used to enhance fluency in Lakota speaking skills. Prerequisite(s): LAKL 101  and LAKL 102 

Language Arts

  
  • LART 110 - Language Arts

    1-3 credits
    Building reading speed and developing better comprehension, vocabulary and general study skills. Each time the course is offered, there will be a specific indication of its focus (such as Reading or Study Skills). Prerequisite(s): Course enrollment is determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • LART 110L - Language Arts: Reading

    1-3 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies LART 110 . Corequisite(s): LART 110 

Library Media

  
  • LIBM 205 - Children’s Literature

    2 credits
    An introduction to children’s literature with emphasis on historical types of literature; selection and evaluation of books according to levels, interests, special needs, and educational objectives.
  
  • LIBM 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.

Linguistics

  
  • LING 405 - Survey of Linguistics

    3 credits
    Survey of the following units in language study: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and language acquisition. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101  or HON 101  or HON 111  or HON 116 
  
  • LING 443 - Development of the English Language

    3 credits
    Historical survey of phonology, grammar, syntax, and lexicon of English leading to an understanding of the present state of the language and future developments. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101  or HON 101  or HON 111  or HON 116 

Mass Communications

  
  • MCOM 161 - Fundamentals of Desktop Publishing

    3 credits
    Fundamental design principles, techniques, and technology of electronic layout and production.
  
  • MCOM 210 - Basic Newswriting

    3 credits
    Introduces students to gathering, evaluating and writing news. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 
  
  • MCOM 291 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • MCOM 292 - Topics

    1-3 credits
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of ten (10) or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • MCOM 318 - Intercultural Communication

    3 credits
    Study and application of current theories and practices of communicating with culturally diverse audiences. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101 
  
  • MCOM 348 - Writing for Networked Environments

    3 credits
    By exploring composition techniques afforded by multimedia production tools and networked digital environments, this course helps students develop technical, rhetorical and critical awarenesses necessary to the creation of sophisticated, nontraditional, hypermediated texts. Special attention is given to issues of interactive reading, hypertextuality, and the global distribution of syndicated content, including questions of digital rights. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101  and ENGL 201 
  
  • MCOM 351 - Web Design

    3 credits
    Basic and intermediate techniques for creating documents for the world wide web. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of design, using the most recent versions of hyper-text markup language and enhancement. Prerequisite(s): ARTD 282  
  
  • MCOM 352 - Advanced Web Design

    3 credits
    A continuation of the principles presented in MCOM 351 , students will learn more sophisticated techniques for creating documents for the World Wide Web. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of design, using the most recent versions of Hyper-text Markup Language and enhancements. Prerequisite(s): ART 121 , MCOM 351  and CSC 105  or HON 105  or HON 111  or HON 112  or HON 116  
  
  • MCOM 353 - Web-Based Interactivity

    3 credits
    A detailed introduction to current web and/or multimedia authoring software with emphasis given to interactive design.
  
  • MCOM 358 - Principles of Usability Testing

    3 credits
    Introduces methods of gathering user requirements, designing usability tests for web sites, documents and other products of interest. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore class standing
  
  • MCOM 360 - Technical Publishing

    3 credits
    A study and practice in the use of computer hardware and software used for writing, editing, printing, and publishing technical media. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105  and ENGL 208  or MCOM 161 
  
  • MCOM 362 - Digital Typography

    3 credits
    Study and practice of visual communication and commercial printing using digital design principles for type and related graphics. Prerequisite(s): ARTD 285 
  
  • MCOM 368 - Editing for Structured Environments

    3 credits
    Systematic analysis of information rich environments for the development of strategies for information design and the management and publication of content. Emphasis on structured writing and standardized documentation. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 101  and ENGL 201 
  
  • MCOM 389 - Portfolio and Professional Development

    1-3 credits
    Planning, creation, and production of portfolios and other professional materials.
  
  • MCOM 409 - Information Architecture

    3 credits
    Principles and practices of structuring, organizing, and displaying content for information-rich websites, with a focus on user-centered design.
  
  • MCOM 489 - Portfolio Production and Design

    1-3 credits
    Planning, creation, and production of portfolios for a variety of purposes.
  
  • MCOM 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • MCOM 492 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • MCOM 494 - Internship

    1-12 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • MCOM 495 - Practicum

    1-4 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 021 - Basic Algebra

    3 credits
    This course prepares students for college level mathematics. Topics generally include: basic properties of real numbers, exponents & radicals, rectangular coordinate geometry, solutions to linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, polynomials, and factoring. Students may also be introduced to functions and systems of equations. Note: This is remedial level course and no credit for MATH 021 will be granted for graduation. Prerequisite(s): Course enrollment is determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 092L - College Algebra Laboratory

    2 credits
    This course provides supplemental instruction in algebra topics to students co-enrolled in an introductory college algebra course.  Topics are sequenced in a manner that supports the needs of the co-requisite college algebra course.
  
  • MATH 093 - Algebra for Quantitative Literacy

    1-2 credits
    This course provides supplemental instruction in algebra to students co-enrolled in a quantitative literacy course.  Algebraic topics are sequenced in a manner that supports the needs of the co-requisite quantitative literacy course.
  
  • MATH 095 - Pre College Algebra

    3 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics.  This course prepares students for college level mathematics.  Topics include basic properties of real numbers, exponents and radicals, rectangular coordinate geometry, solutions to linear and quadratic equations, systems of equations, inequalities, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and an introduction to functions such as polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions.  Note:  This is remedial level course.  No credit for MATH 095 will be granted for graduation.
  
  • MATH 101 - Intermediate Algebra

    3 credits
    Basic properties of real numbers, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, polynomials and factoring, rational expressions and equations, and radical expressions and equations, and an introduction to functions such as polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Credit for MATH 101 will not be granted to anyone who has previously received credit for MATH 102  or MATH 115 . A grade of S or a grade of C or better will be required for progression into MATH 102 . Prerequisite(s): Course enrollment is determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 102 - College Algebra

    3 credits
    Equations and inequalities; polynomial functions and graphs, exponents, radicals, binomial theorem, zeros of polynomials; systems of equations; exponential, logarithmic, and inverse functions, applications and graphs. Other topics selected from sequences, series, and complex numbers. Prerequisite(s): MATH 095  or minimum grade of “C” in MATH 101  or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 103 - Quantitative Literacy

    3 credits
    This course is designed to provide the liberal arts student with practical number theory, logical thinking, and mathematical skills to be quantitatively literate. The student will develop critical thinking skills, interpret data, and reason quantitatively to solve authentic problems and increase confidence with mathematics while simultaneously building a cultural appreciation for the relevant and meaningful role that mathematics plays in many areas of life. Students will use information and knowledge from multiple areas to apply mathematics to new situations and dynamic processes. This course does not serve as a prerequisite for courses requiring MATH 102  (College Algebra). Prerequisite(s): Course enrollment is determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 103L - Quantitative Literacy Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience for MATH 103 . Corequisite(s): MATH 103 
  
  • MATH 104 - Finite Mathematics

    4 credits
    This course includes: linear systems of equations, matrices, linear programming, mathematics of finance, probability, statistics, and other topics. This course cannot be used as the prerequisite for courses requiring MATH 102 . Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” in MATH 101  or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 115 - Precalculus

    5 credits
    A preparatory course for the calculus sequence. Topics include: polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their graphs; systems of equations, inequalities and complex numbers. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 120 - Trigonometry

    3 credits
    Topics include: trigonometric functions, equations, and identities; inverse trigonometric functions; exponential and logarithmic functions, and applications of these functions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 121 - Survey of Calculus

    4 credits
    A survey of calculus including an intuitive approach to limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration with an emphasis on applications of the derivative and the integral as well as topics from multivariable calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 123 - Calculus I

    4 credits
    The study of limits, continuity, derivatives, applications of the derivative, antiderivatives, the definite and indefinite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 115  or MATH 120  (concurrent enrollment with MATH 120 allowed) or determined by Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 125 - Calculus II

    4 credits
    A continuation of the study of calculus, including the study of sequences, series, polar coordinates, parametric equations, techniques of integration, applications of integration, indeterminate forms, and improper integrals. Prerequisite(s): MATH 123 
  
  • MATH 201 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics

    3 credits
    An introduction and overview of discrete mathematics. Topics to be selected from other number bases, modular arithmetic, recursion, elementary logic, set theory, matrix operations, linear programming, numerical methods, and discrete probability with computer applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or MATH 115  or determined by the Board of Regent placement policy
  
  • MATH 225 - Calculus III

    4 credits
    A continuation of the study of calculus, including an introduction to vectors, vector calculus, partial derivatives, and multiple integrals. Prerequisite(s): MATH 125 
  
  • MATH 281 - Introduction to Statistics

    3 credits
    A study of descriptive statistics including graphs, measures of central tendency and variability and an introduction to probability theory, sampling and techniques of statistical inference with an emphasis on statistical applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or MATH 115  or MATH 121  or MATH 123 
  
  • MATH 282 - Mathematics of Games

    3 credits
    An introduction to mathematics applied to the understanding of games. Topics to include discrete probability, expectation, counting, and introductory game theory. Corequisite(s): MATH 123 
  
  • MATH 291 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • MATH 292 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • MATH 315 - Linear Algebra

    3-4 credits
    Course topics include: the theory and applications of systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations and applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 225 
  
  • MATH 316 - Discrete Mathematics

    2-3 credits
    Selected topics from Boolean algebra, set theory, logic, functions and relations, difference equations, recurrence relations, application of algorithms, finite graphs, trees, paths and modeling. Prerequisite(s): MATH 201 
  
  • MATH 318 - Advanced Discrete Mathematics

    3 credits
    An introduction to advanced discrete mathematics topics. Content to include topics such as proof techniques, graph theory, coding theory, and cryptology with an emphasis on computer applications. Prerequisite(s): CSC 316  or MATH 316 
  
  • MATH 321 - Differential Equations

    3-4 credits
    Selected topics from ordinary differential equations including development and applications of first order, higher order linear and systems of linear equations, general solutions and solutions to initial-value problems using matrices. Additional topics may include Laplace transforms and power series solutions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 125 
  
  • MATH 341 - Math Concepts for Teachers I

    3 credits
    An introduction to sets, numeration systems, arithmetic operations/algorithms, problem solving, and other topics. This course does not satisfy the mathematics general education requirement nor any mathematics area requirements other than those for a degree in elementary education. Prerequisite(s): MATH 102  or MATH 115  or MATH 120  or MATH 121  or MATH 123  or MATH 125  or MATH 281 
 

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