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MATHEMATICS
Statistical & Geometrical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers MATH 123 3.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 120 or 126 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results.
A continuation of MATH 122. Topics covered may include geometry, algebra, probability, statistics and computers.
Pre-Calculus I MATH 126 3.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 96 or 97 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results. A
graphing calculator may be required for this course.
The study of equations and inequalities involving radical, rational, quadratic or absolute value terms. Also includes polynomial, rational,
exponential and logarithmic functions, their graphs and applications.
Pre-Calculus II MATH 127 3.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 126 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results. A graphing
calculator may be required for this course.
Continuation of Math 126. Includes the study of circular functions, their graphs and applications; analytic trigonometry; the coordinate
geometry of lines and conics; solving systems of equations; matrices; mathematical induction. The combination of Math 126 and Math 127
is equivalent to UNR's Math 128.
Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry MATH 128 5.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 96 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results. A graphing
calculator may be required for this course.
The study of equations and inequalities involving radical, rational, quadratic, absolute value terms or trigonometric function terms. Also
includes the study of the circular functions, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, their graphs and applications,
analytic trigonometry; the coordinate geometry of lines and conics; solving systems of equations; matrices and mathematical induction. A
graphics calculator may be required for this course.
Elements of Calculus MATH 176 3.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 126 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results. A graphing
calculator may be required for this course.
Topics covered include graphing functions, derivatives, integrals, applications, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is
designed for business, social science or biological science majors. Satisfies UNR math core curriculum.
Calculus I MATH 181 4.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 127 or 128 or equivalent or qualifying ACCUPLACER, ACT/SAT test results. A
graphing calculator may be required for this course.
Topics covered include functions, the derivative, differentiation of functions, applications of the derivative, understanding the definite
integral, finding integrals and applications of integrals. Throughout the course topics will be viewed geometrically, numerically and
algebraically. This course is oriented toward students of mathematics, physical science and engineering. Satisfies UNR math core
curriculum.
Calculus II MATH 182 4.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 181 or equivalent. A graphing calculator may be required for this course.
A continuation of MATH 181. Topics covered include a continuation of the definite integral, finding integrals and applications of integrals,
differential equations and approximations of functions with simpler functions. Throughout the course topics will be viewed geometrically,
numerically and algebraically. This course is oriented toward students of mathematics, physical science and engineering.
Mathematics for Electronics Applications MATH 190 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Because of the differing mathematical backgrounds of students enrolling in this course, the material is individualized with respect to
content and rate of progress. Mastery of the material is obtained by the solution of math problems which arise in the study of electronics.
Topics covered include powers of 10, an algebra review, graphs, exponents and radicals. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate
degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Calculus III MATH 283 4.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 182. A graphing calculator may be required for this course.
A continuation of Math 182. Topics covered include vectors, differentiating and integrating functions of many variables, optimization,
parametric curves and surfaces, line integrals, flux integrals and vector fields. Throughout the course topics will be viewed geometrically,
numerically and algebraically. This course is oriented toward students of mathematics, physical science and engineering.
Differential Equations MATH 285 3.00
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 182 or equivalent.
Theory and solving techniques for constant and variable coefficient linear equations and a variety of non-linear equations. Emphasis on
those differential equations arising from real world phenomena.
Skills Center SKC 1 0.00
Prerequisite: None
Prepares students to successfully place into MATH 095.
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.