May 09, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Academic Courses


 

Kinesiology

  
  • KIN 122 - Activity Classes: Ballroom Dancing II

    1 Cr. Hrs.
    Knowledge, skills, and participation in various physical activities; evidence of health status may be required. Graded by pass/fail only. Students may receive credit toward graduation for a maximum of two activity courses. Veterans may exempt the physical education requirement by presenting a request to the Registrar. The general education requirement in physical education can be satisfied by one or more ROTC courses.
  
  • KIN 123 - Activity Classes: Pilates

    1 Cr. Hrs.
    Knowledge, skills, and participation in various physical activities; evidence of health status may be required. Graded by pass/fail only. Students may receive credit toward graduation for a maximum of two activity courses. Veterans may exempt the physical education requirement by presenting a request to the Registrar. The general education requirement in physical education can be satisfied by one or more ROTC courses.
  
  • KIN 129 - Activity Classes: Fitness Yoga II

    1 Cr. Hrs.
    Knowledge, skills, and participation in various physical activities; evidence of health status may be required. Graded by pass/fail only. Students may receive credit toward graduation for a maximum of two activity courses. Veterans may exempt the physical education requirement by presenting a request to the Registrar. The general education requirement in physical education can be satisfied by one or more ROTC courses.
  
  • KIN 135 - Lifetime Wellness

    2 Cr. Hrs.
    Survey of concepts of lifetime physical fitness and health; topics include positive effects of exercise on the heart and blood vessels, obesity and proper diet, body mechanics, stress management and other contemporary health-related problems.
  
  • KIN 138 - Personal Fitness and Wellness

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course is designed to teach the necessary information to improve fitness and wellness. Students will learn how to assess physical fitness and implement a program based on their current fitness level, leading to a healthier lifestyle. Topics of discussion include: the positive effects of exercise on the body, how nutrition effects the body and energy levels, stress reduction techniques, managing the 7 dimensions of wellness and reduction of disease risk factors to improve life expectancy and overall quality of life. No prior knowledge or fitness level needed.
  
  • KIN 140 - Introduction to Kinesiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of roles and responsibilities of professionals in kinesiology. The history, current trends, communication, and philosophies that underlie its sub-disciplines. Career opportunities will also be explored.
  
  • KIN 215 - Medical Terminology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. Includes structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.
  
  • KIN 227 - Care and Prevention of Exercise Injuries

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of theoretical and practical methods of preventing, treating, and rehabilitating injuries that occur during sport and exercise; topics include taping and bandaging; first aid and CPR certification; massage; use of physical therapy modalities. A $40.00 lab fee is required.
  
  • KIN 260 - Motor Development and Learning

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of motor development and physical changes across the lifespan with emphasis on the sequential process of motor behavior, factors influencing skill development and learning, and optimal conditions.
  
  • KIN 289 - Measurement and Evaluation

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of methods in measuring and evaluating physical performance, knowledge and attitudes, procedures for evaluating tests and their results and data analysis techniques.
  
  • KIN 301 - Exercise Physiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to the physiological effects of human physical activity; topics include neuromuscular, cardiovascular-respiratory and metabolic responses and adaptations to exercise and training. Prerequisite: KIN major or PE major, BIO 201.
  
  • KIN 321 - Sport and Exercise Psychology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Survey of psychological principles applicable to coaching and exercise situations; topics include the understanding of participants, sport and exercise environments, and group processes; enhancing performance, health and well-being; and facilitating psychological growth and development. Prerequisite: KIN major or PE major or PSY major and PSY 211.
  
  • KIN 335 - Sport in Society

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the nature, function, and relationships of sport and society; topics include recreational, educational, and professional sport in social and cultural contexts and the social variables that affect participation are presented. Prerequisite: KIN major.
  
  • KIN 340 - Kinesiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Anatomical and kinesiological principles involved in movement and sport skills; includes anatomy, movement terminology, muscle mechanics and function and analysis of motor skills. Prerequisite: KIN major or PE major, BIO 201 .
  
  • KIN 365 - Nutritional Aspects of Health/Human Performance

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Detailed study of nutrition emphasizing structure, function, and selection of food to improve health and human performance; topics include estimation of energy needs, fluid balance, food fads, and nutritional needs of the body during various stages of life. Prerequisite: CHE 111  and KIN 301 .
  
  • KIN 389 - Research Methods in Kinesiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Design and application of research projects measuring cognitive, affective and psychomotor performance; including statistical procedures and interpretation of published research in the discipline. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 289 .
  
  • KIN 401 - Applied Exercise Physiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Principles of human physiology, neuromuscular, cardiovascular-respiratory and metabolic responses to exercise with special emphasis on the application of physiological findings to practical problems related to human physical activity such as diet, environmental conditions, gender, body composition, and health aspects. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 301 .
  
  • KIN 411 - Clinical Exercise Physiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Examines the relationship between exercise and chronic disease. Topics include; pathophysiology, diagnosis, exercise prescription and rehabilitation of the most prevalent chronic diseases. The primary emphasis will be on cardiac, pulmonary and vascular diseases. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 401 .
  
  • KIN 425 - Neuromuscular Physiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Examines the relationship between neuromuscular structure and function with an emphasis on understanding acute responses and chronic adaptations of skeletal muscle to exercise and training. Topics include the biomechanical and morphological characteristics of skeletal muscles, fibers, neural regulation, and bioenergetics of muscular contraction and fatigue, and muscle plasticity as related to development, growth and adaptation. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 301 .
  
  • KIN 440 - Biomechanics

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of mechanical principles of human movement; topics include basic mechanics, kinematics, kinetics and modeling of human movement. Emphasis is on the quantitative analysis of human movement. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 340  and PHY 151 .
  
  • KIN 450 - Orthepedic Evaluation of the Upper Body

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course presents the systematic evaluation of sport and non-sport specific injuries to the upper body including the head, neck, torso, and upper extremity. Prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of these injuries are also considered. Prerequisites to course: KIN major, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , KIN 227 , KIN 340 .
  
  • KIN 451 - Orthepedic Evaluation of the Lower Body

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course presents the systematic evaluation of sport and non-sport specific injuries to the lower body including the spine, pelvis, hip, and lower extremity. Prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of these injuries are also considered. Prerequisites to course: KIN major, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , KIN 227 , KIN 340 .
  
  • KIN 465 - Advanced Exercise Nutrition

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course examines the relationship between nutrition, physical activity, exercise, health and sport performance. Topics include the biochemical, physiological and the behavioral aspects of nutrition with respect to health promotion, fitness, and sport as well as ergogenic substances. Prerequisite: KIN major and CHE 111 , KIN 301 , and KIN 365 .
  
  • KIN 470 - Scientific Principles of Conditioning and Fitness

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Designing and implementing individualized, scientifically based exercise prescriptions for athletic conditioning or physical fitness development, including development of muscular strength and endurance, aerobic and anaerobic power, flexibility, and weight control or reduction. Prerequisite: KIN major, KIN 301  and KIN 340 .
  
  • KIN 475 - Exercise Diagnosis and Prescription

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of exercise physiology and exercise prescription for clinical populations with particular attention on the study of acute and chronic responses to exercise in patients with cardiac, pulmonary, metabolic, and musculoskeletal diseases; special topics include pathophysiology of the disease process, clinical assessment of disease severity, exercise testing in clinical populations, exercise prescription in medium and high-risk clinical populations. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 301  and BIO 201 .
  
  • KIN 490 - Senior Seminar in Kinesiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Presentation and discussion of various topics related to current science and issues regarding human performance, fitness, health, and nutrition. Prerequisites: Senior standing, KIN major, KIN 301 .
  
  • KIN 492 - Current Topics in Kinesiology

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A writing-intensive course designed to introduce students to a variety of current topics in Kinesiology. Students will review original research in professional journals and through several writing assignments express their comprehension of a topic of self-interest. Prerequisites: senior standing, KIN major, KIN 301 , and, KIN 389 
  
  • KIN 495 - Practicum in Kinesiology

    1-4 Cr. Hrs.
    Placement in exercise science laboratories, sport and fitness facilities, or clinical settings for experiential learning opportunities under the supervision of professionals and college faculty. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 301 .
  
  • KIN 498 - Directed Research in Kinesiology

    1-3 Cr. Hrs.
    On-campus study or research experience under a specialist in student’s field of interest; arranged through the Exercise Science Program Coordinator. Prerequisites: KIN major, KIN 389  and permission of the instructor. Can be repeated for up to a total of 3 credit hours.

Legal Studies

  
  • LEG 101 - Introduction to the Law

    1 Cr. Hrs.
    This course will examine the basic sources, functions, and fields of U.S. law through the jurisprudence of American federal and state courts.
  
  • LEG 201 - Legal Writing, Research, and Communication

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course will introduce students to legal writing and research and help prepare them for demands of law school. Topics will include the development of broad-based analytical, research and writing skills, and an introduction to the basics of legal methods, legal reasoning and legal processes.
  
  • LEG 395 - Internship

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Students apply knowledge and skill from previous course work to observe, study, and assist in an established legal environment.
  
  • LEG 401 - Senior Seminar

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Capstone course integrating knowledge and skills to address major issues in the legal profession.

Liberal Studies

  
  • LS 101 - Introduction to Liberal Studies

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course will introduce students to research-based writing within the program, documentation styles, assessment of learning outcomes in the program, and prepare students to select major electives based on long-range goals, goals that allow students to unify courses of study by focusing on two disciplines/subject areas or by building a curriculum based on a unifying issue, time period, region, or theme.
  
  • LS 495 - Senior Seminar in Liberal Studies

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Capstone course integrating knowledge and skills to address major issues related to the student’s curriculum. Prerequisite: Liberal Studies major and senior standing.

Management

  
  • MGT 341 - Principles of Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Analysis of the role of management in an organization; topics include theories of management; leadership; social responsibility of management; functions of management in planning, supervision, communications, budget control, quality control, and resources development. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101
  
  • MGT 343 - Management of Human Resources

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to supervision of human resources in business; topics include the process of hiring and training employees and evaluating performance; compensating employees; organizing, motivating, and directing workers; maintaining discipline and resolving conflict. Prerequisite: MGT 341.
  
  • MGT 351 - Operations Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Survey of production-operations functions including basic procedures and techniques in the design and analysis of operating systems; topics include product planning, competitive priorities, forecasting, process design, technological choices, work measurement, capacity, production plans, inventory systems, quality management, and quality control. Prerequisites: MGT 341, BUS 230.
  
  • MGT 360 - Project Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Emphasis on project management tools, team problem solving techniques and the interpersonal skills required to lead effective project teams. Students apply knowledge gained from classroom discussions, exercises and analyzing case studies to leading a team in planning a simulated project. Moral and ethical issues are examined as students practice leading a project team.
  
  • MGT 365 - Supply Chain Management and Procurement

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course examines the major tools and concepts associated with supply chain management, information systems, supply chain operations and global procurement and supply management. Focuses on the key issues related to purchasing of goods and services, and the role of purchasing in a supply chain context. Emphasis on areas of supplier quality inter- and intra-organizational relationship management and global sourcing. Prerequisites: BUS 230 and MGT 351 (or MGT 451).
  
  • MGT 371 - Qualitative Research in Leadership

    2 Cr. Hrs.
  
  • MGT 372 - Qualitative Research in Leadership Lab

    1 Cr. Hrs.
  
  • MGT 373 - Qualitative Research - Professional Presentation and Publication

    2 Cr. Hrs.
  
  • MGT 410 - Employment and Labor Law

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Survey of legal issues impacting various human resource functions; topics include equal employment opportunity; hiring, developing, promoting, and compensating employees; benefits; sexual harassment; labor relations; and occupational safety; congressional involvement with labor issues and laws affecting unionization; development of employment law; jurisdiction of federal and state agencies; and the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees. Prerequisite: BUS 351 or MGT 343.
  
  • MGT 420 - Compensation

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    An examination of compensation systems in the context of current theory, research, and practice. The course includes a survey of established approaches to compensation decisions; new developments in application of compensation; and how compensation can be managed to provide a strategic advantage. (Same as OLS 420). Prerequisite: MGT 343.
  
  • MGT 440 - Training and Development

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Topics include assessing training needs, creating learning objectives, identifying training resources, understanding adult learners, designing training, using training media effectively, and evaluating training results and the return on investment. (Same as OLS 440). Prerequisite: MGT 343
  
  • MGT 441 - Management of Organizational Behavior

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Analysis of the theory of organizations, the structure and setting in which work takes place, and individual and group behavior within organizations; emphasis on skills needed for leadership. Prerequisite: MGT 341.
  
  • MGT 443 - Leadership

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of various theories and concepts of leadership. Moral and ethical issues will be examined as students focus on how to be effective leaders. Students will apply knowledge gained in analyzing case studies and resolving real world issues pertaining to leading themselves, subordinates, teams, and organizations. Prerequisite: MGT 341.
  
  • MGT 460 - Logistics and Distribution

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course will examine the important areas of transportation, distribution and logistics and how they relate to overall supply chain management. Current domestic and global transportation, distribution and logistics concepts, tools and trends will be covered. Will combine theory and application to provide an up-to-date, practical learning opportunity that focuses on the needs of modern managers/professionals in an age of global competition and rapid technological change. Character and operational excellence principles related to management activities will also be explored and applied. Prerequisites: BUS 230  and MGT 351 .
  
  • MGT 469 - Service Quality Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of philosophy and style of management that service-producing organizations can use to gain competitive advantage. Topics include strategies for developing and designing service operations, managing supply and demand, the service supply chain, and quality solutions for service-providers. Prerequisite: MGT 341  and BUS 230  or MAT 108 .
  
  • MGT 479 - Quality Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of fundamental management techniques, existing and innovative improvement efforts, and specialized technical skills in a structure focused on continuously improving all processes within organizations - both service and manufacturing. (Same as OLS 479 ). Prerequisites: MGT 341  and BUS 230 , or MAT 108 .

Marketing

  
  • MKT 331 - Principles of Marketing

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the basic principles, methods, and problems in planning, pricing, promotion, and distribution of goods and services.
  
  • MKT 334 - Consumer Behavior

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the decision-making process of consumers in the response to marketing and promotional objectives and activities; pertinent concepts from behavioral sciences are examined to assist in analyzing consumer decision-making. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 340 - Sales and Sales Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the sales process (business to consumer and business to business). Study includes techniques of excellence in selling and how a firm manages salespeople. Course includes simulated selling situations. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 350 - New Product Development

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of how firms and organizations go about effectively developing new products and bring them to market or to their customers. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 360 - Negotiations Skills

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of how individuals and firms successfully conduct negotiations. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 413 - Advertising and Promotion

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the principles and practices in advertising; development of knowledge and skills necessary for executing professional promotion of goods and services. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 433 - Marketing Management

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Case study analysis of the types of problems in the field of marketing; skills necessary for solving problems and making decisions. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 440 - Marketing Research

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    The study of how firms and organizations understand their current and potential customers and markets. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 450 - International Marketing

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A study of the roles and responsibilities of marketers in the international marketplace. The course examines the effects of culture, politics, trading blocks, and competition on the development and implementation of marketing programs that cross national boundaries. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 460 - Internet Marketing

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    The study of using the Internet to market products, services, and organizations. Examines the techniques and uses of social media, web media, e-mail and web marketing techniques. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 470 - Nonprofit Marketing

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course seeks to provide a foundation in understanding the unique issues in nonprofit marketing. The class will work as a consulting team to develop a nonprofit marketing plan for a local organization. Marketing theory will be applied in the unique environment of a nonprofit organization. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .
  
  • MKT 492 - Special Topics in Marketing

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of special topics that impact marketing and marketers. Prerequisite: MKT 331 .

Mathematics

  
  • MAT 101 - College Algebra

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Math 101 is a basic algebra course beginning with a review of the real number system and basic algebraic properties. It is intended for students who need a terminal course in college algebra and for those who wish to take a more advanced mathematics course but do not have sufficient algebra skills. Topics include: sets; real numbers; operations; order; inequalities; polynomial factoring; functions; graphs; exponents; first and second degree equations; variation; and systems of equations. Prerequisite: Score of 450+ on Math SAT or 16+ on Math ACT. Students not meeting these prerequisites must enroll in MAT 120  when they register for MAT 101 or pass a placement test set by the department. A student cannot receive academic credit for both MAT 101 and MAT 106 . *Students who must take MAT 140 , Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1, may take Math 101 and MAT 107  concurrently. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 104 - Math for the Liberal Arts

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Designed as a terminal course in mathematics, focusing on topics particularly relevant to liberal arts. Topics will be selected from the following: sets and logic, problem solving and critical thinking, number theory, measurement, algebraic and geometric models, probability and statistics, consumer mathematics and the mathematics of finance, voting methods, and graph theory/networks. A student with a “C” or better in any Math course numbered higher than MAT 104 may not subsequently receive credit for MAT 104. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 106 - Algebra with Business Applications

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    MAT 101  MAT 101  The purpose of this course is to review the basic algebra skills needed by students majoring in business and to introduce new material which will provide the algebra background required for understanding more advanced mathematical concepts that business majors will encounter in future courses. Topics include sets; real numbers; operations; order; inequalities; polynomial factoring; functions; models; graphs; exponents; logarithms; exponential equations; variation; first and second degree equations; systems of equations; introduction to matrices; and probability. Applications will be selected from business and economics. Prerequisite: Score of 450+ on Math SAT or 16+ on Math ACT. Students not meeting these prerequisites must enroll in MAT 120   when they register for MAT 106 or pass a placement test set by the department. A student cannot receive academic credit for both MAT 101  and MAT 106. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 107 - College Trigonometry

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of trigonometric functions; radian measure; identities; equations; inverse functions; solutions of right and oblique triangles; and graphs. Prerequisite: Score of 500+ on math SAT or 19+ on math ACT, and completion of high school Algebra II with a C or above; MAT 101 ; or MAT 106 . *Students who must take MAT 140 , Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1, may take MAT 101  and Math 107 concurrently. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 108 - Finite Probability and Statistics 1

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to probability and statistics; topics include descriptive statistics; probability; discrete and continuous random variables; the Binomial, Normal, and Student-T probability distributions; and estimation and hypothesis testing; linear correlation and regression. Prerequisite: Score of 450+ on math SAT or 16+ on math ACT, and completion of high school Algebra II; or MAT 101 ; or MAT 106 . Students not meeting these prerequisites must enroll in MAT 120  when they register for MAT 108 or pass a placement test set by the department.
  
  • MAT 113 - Calculus Concepts 1: An Intuitive Approach to Differential Calculus

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Designed for students seeking degrees in business, non-math and science secondary education, and related areas; topics include functions; data models; derivatives and their applications including; optimization and curve-sketching; indefinite and definite integrals; area under a curve. Prerequisite: Score of 500+ on math SAT or 19+ on math ACT,or MAT 101 ; or MAT 106 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 114 - Calculus Concepts 2: Intuitive Approach to Integral and Multivariate Calculus

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Continuation of MAT 113 ; topics include approximating area under a curve, limits of sums, recovering functions from rates of change, antiderivatives, definite integrals, averages, income streams, integrals in economics, introduction to differential equations, partial rates of change, multidimensional models, multidimensional optimization, optimizing under constraints, least squares model fitting, and multiple integration. Prerequisite: MAT 113 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 120 - Mathematics Foundations Lab

    0 Cr. Hrs.
    Required lab for all students taking College Algebra or Probability & Statistics who do not meet the prerequisite for the course. Corequisite: MAT 101 , MAT 106 , or MAT 108  .
  
  • MAT 130 - Precalculus

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Reviews topics from algebra and trigonometry which are essential for understanding and succeeding in MAT 140 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus 1 . Prerequisite: Score of 500+ on math SAT and high school Algebra II with C or above; or MAT 101 . A student cannot receive academic credit for both MAT 107  and MAT 130. MAT130 is open only to students whose majors require them to take MAT 140 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 136 - Mathematics for the Elementary/Early Childhood Teacher: Part One

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of mathematical concepts in the following areas: algebraic reasoning and representation; geometry; measurement; statistics; probability. MAT 136 is open only to students majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 137 - Mathematics for the Elementary/Early Childhood Teacher: Part Two

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of mathematical concepts in the following areas: set theory; numeration systems; whole number operations; number theory; fractions; decimal numbers; ratio and proportion; and percent. MAT 137 is open only to students majoring in Early Childhood/ Elementary Education, Elementary Education, and Special Education. A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 140 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus 1

    4 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to differential and integral calculus; topics include limits; differentiation and applications; integration and applications; and the calculus of the trigonometric functions. Prerequisites: Score of 580+ on the Pre-March 2016 Math SAT, 600+ on the new Math SAT or 24+ on math ACT, or MAT 130 ; or MAT 101  and MAT 107 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 160 - Introduction to Discrete Methods

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to elementary methods of discrete mathematics. Topics include mathematical logic; methods of proof; theory of sets; relations; functions; mathematical induction; closure operations; order relations; equivalence relations; and basic concepts of cardinal arithmetic. Prerequisite: Score of 580+ on math SAT or 24+ on math ACT, or MAT 101  or MAT 130  or MAT 106  or MAT 107 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 190 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus 2

    4 Cr. Hrs.
    Continuation of MAT 140 ; topics include exponential and logarithm functions, inverse trigonometric functions, techniques of integration, improper integrals, indeterminate forms, sequences, and series, conics, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 140 . A student with a “C” or better in a math course numbered 140 or higher may not subsequently receive credit for a math course numbered less than 140, unless, due to the student’s major or change of major, the course is a math requirement.
  
  • MAT 215 - Linear Algebra

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to the algebra of matrices, vector spaces, polynomials, and linear transformations. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160  and 190 .
  
  • MAT 240 - Calculus with Several Variables

    4 Cr. Hrs.
    Real valued functions of several variables, multiple integration, and differential calculus of functions of several variables. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 190 .
  
  • MAT 270 - Linear Programming

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of mathematical models, with applications to the sciences and business; use of various methods to solve and interpret problems. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 190  and 215 .
  
  • MAT 280 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Calculus-based introduction to the mathematical concepts used in probability and statistics. Topics include axioms of probability, counting rules, rules for calculating probabilities of compound events, conditional probability, univariate probability distributions, expectation and variance, density and distribution functions, Central Limit Theorem, basic inferential statistics. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 190  
  
  • MAT 290 - Differential Equations

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to theory, methods, and applications of ordinary differential equations, including first- and higher-order differential equations, series solutions, systems, approximate methods, and Laplace transforms. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 240 .
  
  • MAT 291 - Additional Topics in Differential Equations

    1 Cr. Hrs.
    Matrix notation, properties, and theory; and continuation of the theory, methods, and applications of ordinary differential equations, including systems of linear differential equations and LaPlace transforms. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 290  OR Co-requisite: Current enrollment in MAT 290  if it has not been completed.
  
  • MAT 320 - College Geometry

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Topics include axiomatic Euclidean geometry, instructional methodology in measurement and two- and three-dimensional geometry, topology, transformational geometry and other non-Euclidean geometrics, with an emphasis upon historical context. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160 .
  
  • MAT 340 - Probability and Statistical Theory and Methods 1

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Calculus-based course in probability and statistics. Topics include discrete and continuous random variables; functions of random variables, moments generating function, multivariate probability distributions; marginal and conditional densities; and applications of probability. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160 , MAT 240 , and MAT 280 .
  
  • MAT 380 - Probability and Statistical Theory and Methods 2

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Applications and principles of descriptive statistics, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Includes inferences for one and two means; variances; and proportions; simple linear regression; and contingency tables. Statistical software is used. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 340 .
  
  • MAT 390 - Advanced Calculus 1

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Detailed study of limits; continuity; and differentiation of functions of one variable; and the Riemann integral. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 240  and MAT 160 .
  
  • MAT 392 - Advanced Calculus II

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A continuation of Advanced Calculus I, MAT 390. Further study of convergence, continuity, compactness, and connectedness; differentiating and integrating functions of one and several variables; Line and surface integrals; infinite sequences and series, and improper integrals. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 390 .
  
  • MAT 395 - Complex Variables

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of the complex plane and the calculus of functions of a complex variable. Topics include the algebra and geometry of complex numbers, limits and derivatives of functions of a complex variable, the Cauchy-Riemann equations, contour integrals, Taylor and Laurent series, and residues. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160  and MAT 240  .
  
  • MAT 415 - Numerical Analysis

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to numerical techniques in interpolation; approximations of solutions to equations; numerical differentiation and integration; solutions to linear systems; and error analysis. A Computing software systems such as MATLAB or MATHEMATICA may be used. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160  and MAT 215 .
  
  • MAT 420 - Abstract Algebra

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Theoretical development of common algebraic structures such as number system and groups, rings, and fields. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160  and 215 .
  
  • MAT 422 - Abstract Algebra II

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A continuation of Abstract Algebra I, MAT 420. Further study of algebraic structures including groups, rings, integral domains, and fields. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 420 .
  
  • MAT 430 - History of Mathematics

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Introduction to the history of mathematics; emphasis on famous problems; role of historical methods in modern development; and influential mathematicians. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 160  and 290  and junior or senior standing.
  
  • MAT 440 - Theory of Interest

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course covers the material for the Actuarial Exam Financial Mathematics (FM), offered by the Society of Actuaries. This course provides the mathematical treatment of the topics Simple and Compound Interest, yield rates, annuities, amortization, valuation of bonds, valuation of stocks, short sales, depreciation, interest rate risk, and basic immunization calculations using duration and convexity. Prerequisites: C or better in MAT 240 .
  
  • MAT 480 - Actuarial Models

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    This course introduces students to mathematical models used in financial and economic applications. The topics include payoff and profit functions, spreads and other option strategies, hedging, binomial tree models, and the Black-Scholes Formula. Prerequisite: C or better in MAT 340 .
  
  • MAT 495 - Internship

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Application of skills and knowledge in actual work environments under the supervision of professionals. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  
  • MAT 496 - Senior Research in Mathematics

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    A capstone course serving as a culmination of the mathematics curriculum; students will conduct independent research under the supervision and guidance of a faculty member. Attendance at mathematical events and presenting of results are required. Prerequisites: C or better in MAT 270 , 290 , and 380 .
  
  • MAT 497 - Senior Seminar for Majors in Mathematics Secondary Education

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Math 497 includes a review of mathematical concepts taught in secondary schools, instructional techniques that will prepare students to be highly effective secondary mathematics teachers, discussion of classroom management, and preparation for exit exams and professional licensure tests. Prerequisite: Admission into Teacher Education Program, senior standing.
  
  • MAT 498 - Topics in Mathematics

    3 Cr. Hrs.
    Investigation of a selected mathematical topic, depending upon student and instructor interests and expertise. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Military Leadership-Army ROTC

Courses listed in this section cannot be combined to constitute a minor.

Taught by AROTC faculty at Clemson University.

  
  • ML 101 - Leadership Fundamentals (Basic) 1

    2 Cr. Hrs.
    Study of leadership focused at the individual level. Students learn effective communicating skills, ethical decision making, small group management, and mental and physical conditioning. Skills are applied in a variety of challenging training events during laboratory, including rappelling, water survival, land navigation, and team athletics. Physical training two days per week and two-hour lecture or laboratory every week or equivalent. These courses cannot be combined to constitute a minor. Taught by AROTC faculty at Clemson University.
 

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