Computer Science - Burlington County College
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MTH 143 Statistics I 4 cr.<br />
This course presents basic statistical principles<br />
and methods. It focuses on descriptive<br />
statistics, probability theory, Binomial, Poisson,<br />
z, t, and Chi-square distributions, central limit<br />
theorem, confidence intervals, and hypothesis<br />
testing. One hour per week is spent in the<br />
microcomputer laboratory exploring software<br />
applications of statistical concepts presented in<br />
the lecture. No previous computer experience<br />
is assumed.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 112 or MTH 141<br />
or MTH 130<br />
Note: Students may receive credit for either<br />
MTH 107 or MTH 143, but not credit for<br />
both courses.<br />
4/0/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
MTH 201 Linear Algebra 3 cr.<br />
This course focuses on the basic theory and<br />
applications of real finite dimensional vector<br />
spaces and linear transformations. It includes<br />
vectors, linear dependence, basis and<br />
dimension, matrices, applications to systems<br />
of linear equations, change of basis,<br />
and eigenvalues.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 118<br />
3/0/0<br />
MTH 220 Calculus III and Analytic<br />
Geometry 4 cr.<br />
This course focuses on vectors in the plane<br />
and space, vector calculus, multivariate<br />
functions and partial derivatives, directional<br />
derivatives, multiple integrals and surface<br />
integrals, vector fields, line integrals,<br />
Greens’s theorem, Divergence theorem and<br />
Stokes’s theorem.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 119<br />
4/0/0 FA/SP<br />
MTH 226 Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.<br />
This course is an elementary introduction to<br />
certain topics in Discrete Mathematics<br />
appropriate for work in computer science and<br />
in the further study of mathematics. It focuses<br />
on sets, logic, proof and counting techniques,<br />
combinatorics, graphs, trees, and Boolean<br />
Algebra.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 111 and MTH 112,<br />
or MTH 130<br />
3/0/0<br />
MTH 230 Differential Equations 4 cr.<br />
This course focuses on methods of solution,<br />
applications, and theory of ordinary differential<br />
equations. It includes first order differential<br />
equations, linear differential equations of<br />
higher order, power series solutions, Laplace<br />
transforms, and systems of linear differential<br />
equations.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 220<br />
4/0/0<br />
MTH 243 Statistics II 3 cr.<br />
This course focuses on test of fit, test of<br />
independence, analysis of variance, simple<br />
and multiple regression, correlation analysis,<br />
time series, index numbers and nonparametric<br />
statistics.<br />
Prerequisite: MTH 143<br />
3/0/0<br />
MTH 291 Special Projects in Mathematics I 1 cr.<br />
MTH 292 Special Projects in Mathematics II 2 cr.<br />
MTH 293 Special Projects in Mathematics III 3 cr.<br />
These course involve independent study and<br />
research on some topic or in some area of<br />
mathematics. Projects include a statement<br />
of objectives, a literature search, and a<br />
written report.<br />
Lab hours depend on the project<br />
(usually two hours per week per credit).<br />
Prerequisite: Permission<br />
Music (Applied)<br />
MUC 101, 102, 103 Class Piano I, II, III<br />
1 cr. ea.<br />
This course involves class instruction in one<br />
one-hour class session per week. Daily practice<br />
sessions are required. This course may also be<br />
taken for non-credit through Community<br />
Enrichment.<br />
1/1/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
Music (Private Applied)<br />
(music majors only)<br />
MUP 131-139 Applied Music I 1 cr.<br />
MUP 141-149 Applied Music II 1 cr.<br />
These courses involve one half-hour class<br />
session per week of private instruction in<br />
Woodwind 131/141, Brass 132/142, Strings<br />
133/143, Percussion 134/144, Voice 135/145,<br />
Composition 136/146, Piano 137/147, Guitar<br />
138/148, and Secondary Instrument 139/149.<br />
These are offered for one credit, at a time<br />
mutually agreed upon by the student and the<br />
instructor. An authorized signature is required.<br />
Prerequisite: Permission<br />
0/2/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
MUP 231-239 Advanced Applied Music I 1 cr.<br />
MUP 241-249 Advanced Applied Music II 1 cr.<br />
These courses involve one half-hour class<br />
session per week of continued private<br />
instruction in Woodwind 231/241, Brass<br />
232/242, Strings 233/243, Percussion<br />
234/244, Voice 235/245, Composition<br />
236/246, Piano 237/247, Guitar 238/248, and<br />
Secondary Instrument 239/249. These are<br />
offered for one credit, at a time mutually<br />
agreed upon by the student and the<br />
instructor. An authorized signature is required.<br />
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor<br />
0/2/0 FA/SP Course fee charged<br />
Music Appreciation<br />
Theory/Harmony<br />
MUS 101 Introduction to Music 3 cr.<br />
This course discusses the place of music in the<br />
life of humans. It emphasizes stimulating the<br />
enjoyment of music. It focuses on methods of<br />
comprehending music, listening techniques,<br />
discernment of musical elements, and the<br />
recognition of primary musical forms in<br />
an attempt to develop intelligent and<br />
discriminating listeners.<br />
3/0/0 FA/SP<br />
MUS 105 Fundamentals of Music 3 cr.<br />
This course is an integrated study of the construction<br />
and language of music through<br />
musical notation, scales, rhythm, and<br />
harmony, with rudimentary performance on a<br />
melody instrument. It is for the student with<br />
or without previous musical training.<br />
3/0/0 FA<br />
MUS 110 Aural Perception 2 cr.<br />
This course develops the ability to sight-sing<br />
melodic passages and to notate rhythmic,<br />
melodic, and harmonic examples through ear<br />
training exercises.<br />
Prerequisite: MUS 105 or permission<br />
2/0/0<br />
MUS 210 Aural Perception II 2 cr.<br />
This course further develops aural skills<br />
including the ability to sight-sing melodic<br />
passages and to notate rhythmic, melodic,<br />
and harmonic examples through dictated ear<br />
training exercises.<br />
Prerequisite: MUS 110<br />
2/0/0<br />
Music (Performance)<br />
MUS 111-114 Brass Ensemble I-IV 1 cr. ea.<br />
These courses are instrumental ensembles that<br />
involve class rehearsals, instructor presentation<br />
and demonstration of performance<br />
techniques, and public performance. Each<br />
ensemble meets once per week. Music<br />
performance courses are recommended<br />
electives for music majors and are open to all<br />
students who play musical instruments.<br />
Note: Student participation in instrumental<br />
ensembles are determined by the instructor of<br />
the course.<br />
Prerequisite: Courses should be taken in<br />
sequence I-IV.<br />
0/2/0 Course fee charged<br />
MUS 115 Harmony 3 cr.<br />
This course focuses on traditional diatonic<br />
harmony covering primary and secondary<br />
triads and their inversions. It emphasizes a<br />
four-part harmonization of a melody and<br />
bass lines. It continues sight-singing, rhythmic,<br />
and melodic dictation.<br />
Prerequisite: MUS 105<br />
3/0/0<br />
To access outlines for these course descriptions, please visit http://www.bcc.edu/pages/476.asp<br />
www.bcc.edu<br />
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