Course Descriptions

This course presents basic mathematical operations. The course concepts cover operations on whole numbers, integers, fractions and decimals, as well as the applications of percents, ratios, proportions, measurements and basic geometry.

This course supports students in building numeracy, mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills to prepare for future study of mathematics. The course explores the mathematics content that forms the foundations of algebra and statistics, including embedded prerequisite knowledge, fundamental mathematics topics and essential skills needed to meet the course outcomes, with a focus on applications and communication about mathematical ideas. Math study skills are also infused throughout the course. This is a college readiness course and does not fulfill a college goal area requirement.

This course provides both a foundation for further study of general and technical mathematics and preparation for applying mathematics in daily life and other college coursework. Topics include problem solving and critical thinking using properties of numbers and algebra. Through the study of mathematics, students will work on developing self-assessment and goal-setting skills, utilizing resources and gaining an understanding of the level of commitment necessary to succeed in an academic or real-world setting.

This course is the study of algebraic concepts including identifying linear and nonlinear functions, solving equations, manipulating and graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables, utilizing rules for exponents, performing operations on polynomials, factoring polynomials and solving equations using factoring.

Essentials for Applied Statistics is designed to support students taking MATH 1112 Applied Statistics. It must be taken in conjunction with a linked section of MATH 1112 Applied Statistics taught by the same instructor. The course will focus on algebra skills, basic set theory, math literacy and other topics needed for success in applied statistics.

This course must be taken in conjunction with a linked section of College Algebra (MATH 1114) taught by the same instructor. It is comprised of skills such as graphing, interpreting the graphs of, evaluating and performing operations on different types of functions. It also includes skills for working with complex numbers and with rational and radical functions.

This course is taken in conjunction with a linked section of World of Math (MATH 1100) and must be taken by students placing in the cut score range for the class or entering the course after successful completion of MATH 0095 Elementary Algebra II. It is comprised of algebra skills that will be needed to be successful in World of Math. Topics may include evaluating, simplifying and translating algebraic expressions, solving equations, solving and interpreting percent problems, and calculating and describing rate of change.

This course presents basic mathematical topics as they are applied in a technical program. The course includes a review of basic mathematical operations and continues with the development of algebraic and trigonometric skills in a technical setting. Most concepts will be applied through course-specific problems. This course is not an MnTC Goal Area 4 mathematics course, nor does it prepare students for taking an MnTC Goal Area 4 mathematics course.

This course includes equations of lines, systems of equations, rational expressions and equations, functions, radical expressions and equations, complex numbers, absolute value equations and inequalities, and solving quadratic equations using factoring, completing the square and the quadratic formula.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. This course introduces mathematical approaches to question asking, understanding, problem solving and presentation. Students will apply mathematical principles to varied disciplines including an exploration of a variety of social and global issues. Students will experience mathematics as a creative and evolving discipline. Practice in these areas may include problems involving sequences, methods of counting, probability, logic, statistics, finance, general problem solving and other topics. This course is not intended to prepare students for any subsequent course. It provides an alternative pathway to completing a college-level liberal arts mathematics course and is not intended for science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) students.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. This course will introduce you to mathematical approaches to question asking, understanding, problem solving and presentation. Students will apply mathematical principles to varied disciplines including an exploration of a variety of social and global issues. Students will experience mathematics as a creative and evolving discipline. Practice in these areas may include problems involving sequences, methods of counting, probability, logic, statistics, finance, general problem solving and other topics. This course is not intended to prepare students for any subsequent course. It provides an alternative pathway to completing a college-level liberal arts mathematics course and is not intended for science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) students. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MATH 0095 or appropriate score on the math placement exam.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. This course focuses on the principles and applications of statistics and data analysis with an emphasis on inference. Students will acquire a solid foundation in the basics of statistics and its application in solving practical problems. This course uses examples from various disciplines to illustrate the relevancy of statistics in real-world situations. Topics include frequency distributions, introduction to probability, normal distribution, central limit theorem, design of experiments, estimation, simple linear regression and hypothesis testing.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. This course includes rational, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, inverse and quadratic functions. The course also includes equations, inequalities, complex numbers and systems of linear equations. Additional topics may include matrices and determinants.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. This course includes trigonometric functions, right triangle trigonometry, radian measure and circular functions, identities, equations, inverse functions, oblique triangles, complex numbers, vectors, polar coordinates and conic sections.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 4. Topics include trigonometric functions, right triangle trigonometry, radian measure and circular functions, identities, equations, inverse functions, laws of cosines and sines. Optional topics may include complex numbers, vectors and polar coordinates.