Undergraduate - Lee University

198 COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
course includes basic algebraic principles and techniques as applied to number systems, polynomials,
factoring, and systems of equations and graphs. The applications of these concepts
to real–life situations are examined throughout the course. The course will count as an elective
in terms of credit hours (three semester hours), but it will not satisfy the general requirement
of three hours of mathematics for graduation.
MAT 101. CONTEMPORARY MATHEMATICS
Three hours credit
A survey of mathematical topics designed to develop an appreciation of the uses of mathematics.
Selected topics will include problem solving, mathematical modeling, logic and
sets, statistics, and the mathematics of finance.
MAT 111. COLLEGE ALGEBRA
Three hours credit
The real number system; relations and functions; algebraic functions; linear, quadratic,
and higher degree equations; complex numbers; graphing; systems of equations; and applications
through the use of word problems. Prerequisite: ACT mathematics score of 18 or SAT
equivalent or completion of MAT 099 with a grade of C or better. Offered every semester.
MAT 112. TRIGONOMETRY
Three hours credit
Measurement of angles, solution of right triangles, applications to the “real world,” identities,
graphs of trigonometric functions, solution of oblique triangles, law of sines, law of
cosines, trigonometric form of complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar coordinates.
Offered every semester.
MAT 144. PRECALCULUS
Four hours credit
Accelerated course designed to review the basic concepts of algebra and trigonometry for
students who have studied these subjects in high school and for students who have an exceptional
ability in mathematics who wish to complete the course in one semester. May be
taken instead of MAT 111-112. No one may receive credit for both MAT 144 and MAT 111
or MAT 144 and MAT 112. Prerequisite: At least two years of high school algebra and
trigonometry or the equivalent. Offered Fall Semester.
MAT 201. CONCEPTS OF MATHEMATICS
Three hours credit
Develops the real number system (including natural numbers, whole numbers, integers,
rational numbers, and irrational numbers) stressing properties and algorithims.
Problem–solving and set theory are emphasized. Elementary algebra will be stressed with
application to problem solving. Course is designed to equip students to teach mathematics in
elementary school. Prerequisite: ACT 18 or SAT equivalent or completion of MAT 096 with
a grade of C or better. Offered every semester.
MAT 202. CONCEPTS OF MATHEMATICS
Three hours credit
A continuation of MAT 201. Decimals and percents, elementary probability, methods of
counting, statistics and the normal curve, plane and solid geometry, and the Cartesian coordinate
system. Problem-solving is emphasized. Prerequisite: MAT 201. Offered every semester.
MAT 241. COMPUTER APPLICATION IN
Three hours credit
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE
A presentation of the fundamentals of digital computations including symbolic logic,
Boolean algebra and binary arithmetic, followed by a discussion of basic machine languages
and compilers. A scientifically oriented language will be introduced and used to solve simple
problems. Required for an endorsement in mathematics. Prerequisite: MAT 111 or its equivalent.
150 minutes lecture and 110 minutes lab per week. Offered every semester.
MAT 253. DISCRETE MATHEMATICS
Three hours credit
An introductory course in discrete mathematics stressing problem-solving techniques
using an algorithm approach. Connections with computer science will be analyzed. The course
will include hash functions, algorithms, recursive algorithms, and analysis of these algorithms.
Decision trees,Petri nets, graph theory, and Boolean algebra concepts will also be included. The
course is required for students minoring in Computer Science. Offered on demand.
MAT 271. CALCULUS I
Four hours credit
Definition and formulas, rate of change, derivatives, and application of functions. The
study and application of indefinite and the definite integrals. Prerequisites: MAT 111-112 or
144, with a minimum grade of C. Offered Spring Semester.