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MAT 227 Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science SUN# MAT 2227
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Mathematical concepts applicable to computer science. Includes logic, set theory, counting techniques, proof techniques,
relations and functions, binary relations, big-oh notation, mathematical induction, and recursion.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 220 or higher with a C or better.
Recommendation: Completion of CIS 129 or programming experience is recommended prior to enrolling in this course.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
MAT 231 Calculus II SUN# MAT 2230
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Continuation of MAT 220. Includes techniques and applications of integration, numerical integration, improper integrals,
separable integrals, separable differential equations, sequences, infinite series, and other related topics.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 220 with a C or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
MAT 241 Calculus III SUN# MAT 2241
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Continuation of MAT 231. Includes vectors in two and three dimensions, vector-valued functions, differentiation and
integration of multivariable functions, and calculus of vector fields.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 231 with a C or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
MAT 252 Introduction to Linear Algebra
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to vector spaces and linear transformations. Includes systems of linear equations, vector spaces, inner
product spaces, matrices, and linear transformations.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 231 with a C or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
MAT 262 Differential Equations SUN# MAT 2262
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to differential equations. Includes first order differential equations, higher order differential equations,
systems of linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, and approximating methods. Also includes applications.
Prerequisite(s): Within the last three years: MAT 231 with a C or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
MAT 296 Independent Studies in Mathematics
1-4 cr. hrs. 1-4 periods (1-4 lec.)
Independent studies and projects in mathematics. Content to be determined by conference between student and
instructor.
Information: Consent of a sponsoring instructor must be obtained before registering in this class.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
Medical Assistant
For courses numbered 098, 198, 298, see “Topic Courses” on page 292
MATHEMATICS — MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MDA 120 Medical Assistant Profession
2 cr. hrs. 2 periods (2 lec.)
Overview of current health care professions including career and labor market information, delivery systems, third party
payers, and facility ownership. Includes health organization structure, patient rights and quality care, and life values.
Includes values, ethics, behaviors in the workplace, worker rights and responsibilities, and OSHA. Includes nutrition, stress
management, safety requirements, and daily living activities. Also includes basic communication skills, teamwork
facilitation, development of personal communication skills and intercultural communication strategies.
Offered: Contact department at 206-5100.
MDA 121 Medical Assistant Professional Skills
2 cr. hrs. 2 periods (2 lec.)
Medical assistant college success tools, skills, and community resources, personal, academic, time management, selfesteem,
stress management techniques, gender awareness, assertiveness training, critical thinking skills, job
development, and portfolio development. Also includes theory and practice of computer keyboarding.
Offered: Contact department at 206-5100.
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