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  • MAT 107: Math for Elementary Education

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course is intended as a pre-service content course for elementary education majors. Students explore the conceptual foundations of the numerical content of the mathematics curriculum in the elementary grades with an emphasis on problem solving. Topics include operations and properties of whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios and proportions, exponents, scientific notation, linear equations, nonlinear equations, numeration systems and word problems involving units and large quantities. Earning a B or higher in both Math 107 and Math 110 is an approved alternative assessment to the PAPA exam. Prerequisite:    MAT 090 (minimum grade "C") or equivalent, or successful placement.  
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  • MAT 108: Intermediate Algebra

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This is a course in intermediate algebra that covers topics in algebraic functions and operations. Students deepen their skills with linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value and higher degree polynomial equations and functions. Other key concepts explored include exponents, radicals and complex numbers. Students also learn to apply an analytic geometric approach using the Cartesian coordinate system to graph and analyze lines and systems of equations. Through practical exercises and examples, students build fluency working with higher-level algebraic expressions and problems. The course prepares students for subsequent coursework requiring intermediate algebra skills. Prerequisite:    MAT 090 (minimum grade "C") or successful placement.  
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  • MAT 108H: Honors Intermediate Algebra

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    A course in intermediate algebra. Included are such topics as operations with linear, quadratic, rational, absolute value, and higher degree polynomial equations and functions; exponents, radicals and complex numbers; Cartesian coordinate system including lines and conic sections; systems of equations. Prerequisite:    MAT 090  (minimum grade "C") or successful placement.
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  • MAT 110: Mathematics for Elementary Education 2

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course is intended for students pursuing a career in teacher education. It is designed as a vehicle to develop a pedagogical framework for teaching mathematics in elementary grades. Students use a variety of materials for learning and work with conceptual models, using these to do mathematics and perform activities that demonstrate competence in communicating mathematics. Topics include geometry, Pythagorean triangles, quadrilaterals, angles, measurement conversions with customary and metric systems, bivariate data, categorical data, quantitative data and inferences. Earning a B or higher in both Math 107 and Math 110 is an approved alternative assessment to the PAPA exam. Prerequisite:    MAT 107   
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  • MAT 111: College Algebra

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This is a course in College Algebra for students not intending to take Calculus. Topics include equations and inequalities, polynomial and rational functions and their graphs, equations and graphs of conic sections, the theory of equations and systems of equations. Prerequisite:    MAT 108 or Placement Exam  
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  • MAT 114: Math for the Technologies 1

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    A course for technology majors. Topics include solutions of equations, formula transformations, systems of equations, coordinate geometry, and an introduction to trigonometry. Prerequisite:    MAT 090 (minimum grade "C") or successful placement.  
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  • MAT 116: Math for the Technologies 2

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course is a continuation of MAT 114. Topics include functions and graphs, vectors, oblique triangles, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers and conic sections. Prerequisite:    MAT 114   
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  • MAT 120: Analytical Methods

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    In this course, students learn to apply selected topics in algebra to business and social sciences applications. Students explore linear and non-linear algebraic functions as well as exponential and logarithmic functions and the application to finance and research applications. In addition, students learn how to utilize linear programming and basic statistical analysis in real world contexts. MAT 120 serves as a pre-requisite for MAT 220 Business Calculus but not for MAT 201 Calculus 1. Prerequisite:    MAT 108:  
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  • MAT 135: Discrete Mathematics

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course is recommended for transfer students. Students examine set theory, Boolean algebra, elementary number theory and methods of proof. In addition, students learn to perform mathematical sequences, induction, functions, relations, counting techniques and graph theory. Prerequisite:    MAT 108 or Equivalent  
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  • MAT 142: Pre-Calculus

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This is a course for students majoring in mathematics, science, or engineering intending to take Calculus. Topics include equations and inequalities, polynomial and rational functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs, equations and graphs of conic sections, the theory of equations, systems of equations, inverse functions and binomial expansion. Prerequisite:    MAT 108 or Equivalent  
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