(mat) Mathematics Courses
Note: Students should check mathematics course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer. The receiving institution always makes the final decision concerning transferability of credits. Information about mathematics course equivalencies among New Jersey institutions is available at www.njtransfer.org.
For initial selection of a mathematics course, check with the Math Department. Students who have completed math courses at another college must present transcripts and course outlines or syllabi. Consult mathematics faculty for advice.
Applicability of credits for courses below the 100 level toward degree requirements is limited. Consult an academic advisor. All prerequisite courses must be passed with a minimum C grade before enrolling in any subsequent mathematics course.
(4 credits)
MAT 033 - Pre-Algebra Developmental mathematics course designed for students needing a review of basic arithmetic, including an introduction to algebra. Topics include operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion, signed numbers, and an introduction to algebraic equations. [Foundation course does not fulfill mathematics elective requirement; only offered by special request at off-campus locations.]
4 lecture hours
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(4 credits)
MAT 037 - Beginning Algebra Foundation mathematics course designed for students with experience in algebra but who need to strengthen their mastery of the fundamentals. Topics include exponents, polynomials, factoring, graphing first-degree equations, quadratic equations, rational expressions, and radical expressions. [Foundation course does not fulfill mathematics elective requirement.]
4 lecture hours
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(4 credits)
MAT 038 - Intermediate Algebra for STEM Prerequisite: MAT 037 or MAT 042 with a minimum C grade or placement by Mathematics department
Developmental mathematics course designed for students needing an introduction to intermediate algebra. Topics include graphing linear equations in two variables, systems of two linear equations, rational expressions and equations, radicals and rational exponents, and linear and quadratic functions. Those who complete this course with a grade of C or better may register for MAT 146. [Foundation course does not fulfill mathematics elective requirement.]
4 lecture hours
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(3 credits)
MAT 042 - Foundation Math for Non-STEM Prerequisite: MAT 041 with a minimum C grade or appropriate placement test score
Foundation mathematics course designed for students with experience in algebra but who need to strengthen their mastery of the fundamentals. Topics include linear equations, linear inequalities, absolute value equations, absolute value inequalities, exponents, polynomials, factoring, and quadratic equations. Those who complete this course may register for MAT 115, MAT 120, or MAT 125. [Foundation course does not fulfill mathematics elective requirement.]
6 laboratory hours
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(3 credits)
MAT 044 - Foundation Math for STEM Prerequisite: MAT 037 or MAT 042 with a minimum C grade
Developmental mathematics course designed for students needing an introduction to intermediate algebra. Topics include graphing linear equations in two variables, systems of two linear equations, rational expressions and equations, radicals and rational exponents, and linear and quadratic functions. Those who complete this course with a grade of C or better may register for MAT 146. [Foundation course does not fulfill mathematics elective requirement.]
6 laboratory hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 115 - Algebra and Trigonometry I Prerequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or MAT 042 or appropriate placement test score
Primarily for students majoring in engineering technology related programs. Algebraic topics discussed include systems of linear equations, determinants, factoring, trigonometric functions and their graphs, radian measure, solutions of triangles, and application problems.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 116 - Algebra and Trigonometry II Prerequisite: MAT 115 with a minimum C grade or permission of the Mathematics department
Continuation of MAT 115. Topics include complex numbers, logarithmic and exponential functions, solving systems of nonlinear equations, trigonometric identities and equations, inverse trigonometric functions, and analytic geometry.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 120 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts Prerequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or MAT 042 or appropriate placement test score
Primarily for students in non-scientific/non-technical majors, emphasizes mathematical systems, reasoning, and mathematical structures. Includes sets, symbolic logic, numeration systems, number systems in other bases, growth models, and geometric structures.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 125 - Elementary Statistics I Prerequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or MAT 042 with a minimum C grade or appropriate placement test score
A basic introduction to statistical concepts and methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, basic probability concepts, discrete and normal probability distributions, hypothesis testing and confidence intervals with one sample mean and one sample proportion, as well as regression and correlation. Studies include the use of statistical software.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 126 - Elementary Statistics II Prerequisite: MAT 125 with a minimum C grade or consultation with course coordinator / Mathematics chairperson
Continuation of MAT 125. Topics include random sampling, experimental and observational studies, fundamentals of probability, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing on two populations and two proportions, F and Chi-Square distributions, analysis of variance, and basic nonparametric tests. Studies include the use of statistical software.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 140 - Applied College Algebra Prerequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or MAT 042 with a minimum C grade or appropriate placement test score
Designed for students majoring in disciplines involving less intensive math, for which a more conceptual understanding of college algebra is appropriate. Employing extensive examples from a variety of fields, topics include the study of linear, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial and rational functions. Not intended as preparation for Pre-Calculus or Calculus.
3 lecture / 1 laboratory hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 146 - Pre-Calculus Prerequisite: MAT 038 or MAT 044 with a minimum C grade or appropriate College Level Math placement test score
In-depth study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, equations, and identities; systems of equations including matrices; extensive use of graphing calculators. [grade of B- or better is strongly recommended to proceed to MAT 151]
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 149 - Calculus Prerequisite: MAT 146 with a minimum C grade or appropriate College Level Math placement test score
Application-based topics include the fundamental techniques of differentiation and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions. Study focuses on optimization, maxima-minima and marginal analysis for differentiation and includes substitution method among other specific integration techniques. Not intended as a prerequisite for MAT 152.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 151 - Calculus I for the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Prerequisite: MAT 146 with a minimum C grade or appropriate College Level Math placement test score
First course in the standard integrated calculus sequence. Topics include differentiation of algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, hyperbolic, and inverse trigonometric functions. Applications include curve sketching, related rates, maxima, minima, and approximations as well as integration and applications of the definite integral.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 152 - Calculus II for the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Prerequisite: MAT 151 with a minimum C grade and consultation with Mathematics faculty member
Continuation of MAT 151. Topics include techniques of integration, areas, volumes, arc length, surface area, improper integrals, Simpson's Rule, infinite sequences, MacLaurin and Taylor series, differentiation of polar and parametric equations, conic sections in rectangular and polar form, and rotation of axes.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 200 - Statistics for Social and Health Sciences I Prerequisite: MAT 038 or MAT 044 or Multiple Measures placement
An applied statistics course for the social sciences, nursing, etc. Topics include sampling procedures, descriptive statistics, regression and correlation, discrete, binomial and normal probability distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for one mean, two means, one proportion, and two proportions, one-way and two-way ANOVAs, goodness-of-fit tests and tests of independence. Uses Minitab statistical software.
3 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 201 - Probability and Statistics for Science and Engineering Prerequisite: MAT 151 or MAT 149 with a minimum C grade
Calculus-based course designed for engineers, computer scientists and science majors with emphasis on applications of statistical techniques to the analysis of data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability theory; probability distributions including binomial, Poisson, uniform, exponential, normal, chi square; one and two variable mean and proportion data analysis, simple regression and correlation and analysis of variance. Requires use of Minitab statistics software.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 208 - Linear Algebra Prerequisite: MAT 151 with a minimum C grade and consultation with Mathematics faculty member
An introduction to linear algebra topics including linear equations and matrices, determinants, independence and basis, vector spaces and subspaces, the four fundamental subspaces, orthogonality, linear transformations and eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Applications of linear algebra are included.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 251 - Calculus III Prerequisite: MAT 152 with a minimum C grade and consultation with Mathematics faculty member
Continuation of MAT 152. Includes parametric equations, vectors, solid analytic geometry, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and topics in vector calculus including Green's theorem and Stoke's theorem.
4 lecture hours
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Mathematics (4 credits)
MAT 252 - Differential Equations Prerequisite: MAT 152 with a minimum C grade and consultation with Mathematics faculty member
Topics include solutions of ordinary differential equations, solving linear differential equations of higher order using differential operators, methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters. Strong emphasis on solving differential equations using the Laplace transform, Cauchy-Euler equation, infinite series, and matrix methods. Applications to geometry and physical science are discussed.
4 lecture hours
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