College Catalog 2009-2010 PDF - Phillips Community College

MS 135 Pre-Calculus
5 hrs. lec., 5 credits
Pre-Calculus, MS 135, prepares the student for Calculus. It is an
integrated, unified course in algebra and trigonometry. Topics
include functions (polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic)
and their graphs, trigonometry (functions, identities,
graphs, equations and applications) equations and inequalities,
systems of equations, matrices, advanced methods in problem
solving and graphical analysis. Students can receive credits in
degree programs for either college algebra and trigonometry or
pre-calculus, not both. A graphing calculator is required for
this course.
MS 143 Technical Mathematics
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: Scores of 42 or higher on the Numerical Skills
portion of the ASSET test and a score between 35 and 42 on
the ASSET Intermediate Algebra test, a score between 41 and 65
on the COMPASS Algebra test, or have earned a C or better in
Elementary Algebra. The first of two courses designed to provide
the mathematical tools needed by students enrolled in selected
technical occupational programs. Emphasis is placed upon the
practical aspects of mathematics and includes such units as trade
measurements, trade formulas, essentials of algebra, applied
geometry, and an introduction to the metric system.
MS 163 Finite Mathematics
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 123. Finite Mathematics provides an
understanding between mathematics and the application of
mathematics to real world problems. Topics to be covered include
a review of algebra concepts, matrices, linear programming
and the Simplex method, sets and counting, probability, and
statistics.
MS 173 Fundamentals of Geometry
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Note: This course cannot be used to satisfy the General
Education Requirements. The course will cover topics in
plane and solid geometry including a variety of topics related
to triangles and polygons, measurements, coordinate geometry,
ratio and similarity, deductive reasoning, vectors, rigid motion
and symmetry.
MS 213 Applied Mathematics for Students of Science
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra or a score on the ACT/ASSET
test sufficient for placement into College Algebra or into a math
course as sophisticated as College Algebra. A course designed
to provide the mathematical skills needed for students of the
physical, biological and health sciences. Topics covered include
scientific notation, logarithms, electronic calculator, significant
figures, statistics, graphing and functional relationships.
MS 215 Calculus I
5 hrs. lec., 5 credits
Prerequisites: MS 123 and MS 133. MS 133 may be taken
concurrently with departmental approval. Calculus I, MS 215,
is the first course in Calculus and includes topics of functions
(including exponential, trigonometric, and logarithmic), limits,
continuity, differentiation, antiderivatives, inverse functions,
and introduction to integration. It is strongly recommended
that the student should have completed College Algebra (MS
123) and Trigonometry (MS 133), or the equivalent, with a
“C” or better.
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MS 223 Survey of Calculus
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 123. Survey of Calculus, MS 223, is designed
for business, social sciences, life sciences and other related majors.
The course includes topics in limits, differentiation, application
of derivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions,
integration and its application, techniques of Integration, and
an introduction to functions of several variables. The emphasis
will be on helping students understand how calculus relates to
the real world.
MS 225 Calculus II
5 hrs. lec., 5 credits
Prerequisite: MS 215. Calculus II, MS 225 is a continuation of
MS 215 which includes the following topics: integration by parts,
sequences and series, parametric equations, polar coordinates,
conic sections and vectors and curves in the planes. It is strongly
recommended that the student should have completed Calculus
I (MS 215) and Trigonometry (MS 133), or the equivalent,
with a “C” or better.
MS 233 Calculus III
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 225. MS 233, Calculus III, is the study of
multi-dimensional calculus, including: multiple integration,
partial differentiations, vector functions, and other topics. It is
strongly recommended that the student should have completed
Calculus II (MS 225) with a “C” or better.
MS 253 Math Statistics
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 123. Math Statistics, MS 253, is an algebra
based course that covers descriptive and inferential statistical
techniques and methods in life, physical, and social science.
Topics include qualitative data analysis, frequency distributions,
numerical methods, data dispersions, variance analysis, estimation
theory, sampling distributions, discrete and continuous
probability distributions, hypothesis testing, and confidence
interval estimation.
MS 2213 Mathematical Structures I
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 123. This course is designed for students
majoring in elementary education. The course covers sets and
logic, systems of numeration, number systems and operations,
and elementary number theory.
MS 2223 Mathematical Structures II
3 hrs. lec., 3 credits
Prerequisite: MS 123. This course covers topics in geometry
and measurement, statistics and probability and is designed for
students majoring in elementary education.
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MLS 114 Medical Lab Science Fundamentals
3 hrs. lec., 3 hrs. lab, 4 credits
Co-requisites: Cy 104, MS 123 and By 103. Clinical lab policies,
use of general lab equipment, medical terminology, asepsis,
and laboratory mathematics. Basic introduction to urinalysis,
hematology, coagulation, serology, blood bank, bacteriology,
parasitology and clinical chemistry. Supervised practice in lab is
designed to develop basic skills and technical abilities necessary
in future MLS courses.