Current version - Indiana University South Bend

3583 IU SOUTH BEND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MATH-T 101
Mathematics for Elementary
Teachers 1 (3 cr.)
P: MATH-M 14 or equivalent, or Level 3
on mathematics placement examination.
The foundations of arithmetic, including
elements of set theory, numeration
systems, operations, elementary number
theory, integers, and rational numbers.
Emphasis is on explaining, illustrating,
and communicating mathematical ideas.
Does not satisfy liberal arts and sciences
general-education requirement. I, II, S
MATH-T 436
SECONDARY MATHEMATICS FOR
TEACHERS (3 cr.)
P: MATH-M 216 and one 300-level
mathematics course. Emphasizes
developing a deeper understanding of
secondary mathematics by examining
its fundamental ideas from an advanced
perspective. Topics selected from real
and complex number systems, functions,
equations, integers, polynomials,
congruence, distance and similarity, area
and volume, and trigonometry.
MATH-T 102
MATH-T 103
MATH-T 201
MATH-T 336
Mathematics for Elementary
Teachers 2 (3 cr.)
P: C or higher in MATH-T 101. Real
numbers, equations, and inequalities,
functions and graphs, measurement
concepts, problem-solving elementary
combinatorics, probability, and statistics.
Emphasis is on applying problem-solving
strategies in a variety of mathematical
situations. Does not satisfy liberal arts and
sciences general-education requirement.
I, II, S
Mathematics for Elementary
Teachers 3 (3 cr.)
P: C or higher in MATH-T 101. Topics
include analysis and measurement of twoand
three-dimensional figures; congruent
and similar triangles, compass and
straight-edge constructions. Emphasis is
on the transition from visual and informal
reasoning to formal reasoning about
geometric objects and relationships.
Does not satisfy liberal arts and sciences
general-education requirement. I, II, S
MATHEMATICS FOR ELEMENTARY
TEACHERS VIA problem solving (3 cr.)
P: Either C or higher in MATH-T 102
and MATH-T 103; or MATH-M 118 and
MATH-M 125; or consent of instructor.
Provides experiences in mathematical
problem solving for future teachers of
mathematics, and for others interested
in mathematical thinking. Exploration
and development of the general processes
of mathematical thinking, including
monitoring and reflection, conjecturing,
justifying and convincing.
TOPICS IN EUCLIDEAN GEOMETRY (3 CR.)
P: MATH-M 301. A study of the central
aspects of two-dimensional Euclidean
geometry from historical and axiomatic
points of view as well as through handson
and/or computer-based explorations
of geometric concepts and constructions.
II (even years)
MATH-T 490 Topics for Elementary Teachers (3
cr.)
P: MATH-T 103. Development and study
of a body of mathematics specifically
designed for experienced elementary
teachers. Examples include probability,
statistics, geometry, and algebra. Open
only to graduate elementary teachers.
MICR: Microbiology
See ANAT, BIOL, PHSL, and PLSC for additional
biological sciences courses.
MICR-M 250
MICR-M 255
MICR-M 310
MICR-M 315
Microbial Cell Biology (3 cr.)
P: CHEM-C 102. Introduction to
microorganisms: cytology, nutrition,
reproduction, and physiology. Importance
of microorganisms in infectious disease.
Host defense mechanisms against
disease. Credit not allowed toward a
biology major. I, II, S
Microbiology Laboratory (2 cr.)
P: CHEM-C 102; P or concurrent:
MICR-M 250. Exercises in the principles
and techniques of microscopy,
cultivation, identification and detection
of microorganisms. Credit not allowed
toward a biology major. I, II, S
Microbiology (3 cr.)
P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, BIOL-L
211, CHEM-C 341. Application of
fundamental biological principles to the
study of microorganisms. Significance
of microorganisms to humans and their
environment. II
Microbiology Laboratory (2 cr.)
P or concurrent: MICR-M 310. Exercises
and demonstrations in principles and
techniques of cultivation and utilization
of microorganisms. II
P = Prerequisite, R = Recommended, C = Concomitant, VT = Variable Title
I = fall semester, II = spring semester, S = summer session(s)