Forensic Science, Certificate of Completion
- Academic Year: 2023-2024
- Division / Department: Emergency Services Education / Criminal Justice
- Degree Code: CJ.FS.CERT
The objective of these criminal justice courses is to prepare students for careers in criminal justice with an understanding of the criminal justice system in state, county and municipal law enforcement; corrections; courts; security; and other criminal justice-related agencies. Curricula in law enforcement and corrections are available to meet the different needs of the student by teaching workplace competencies.
A grade of C or higher is required in all Criminal Justice classes for graduation.
Marketable Skills 1.Demonstrate Critical Thinking skills to assess and evaluate information in stressful situations. 2.Self-management to plan and organize task in a demanding corrections environment without close supervision.
3.Effectively communicate verbally and in writing. 4.Function in a team setting to accomplish goals and tasks. 5.Make appropriate ethical decisions using stated policy
and procedures
6.Skill to overcome negative situations and adversity to accomplish goals while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Semester I
| CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice
Course Description× CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes, and an overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and court procedures. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| Life & Physical Science elective
2
Replace BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors WITH Any 4 hour Lab Science; BIOL, CHEM, ENVR, GEOL, or PHYS BIOL 1408 & BIOL 1409 recommended |
4 hours |
| CRIJ 1306 Court Systems and Practices
Course Description× CRIJ 1306 Court Systems and Practices This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation
Course Description× CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation Investigative theory, collection and preservation of evidence, sources of information, interview and interrogation, uses of forensic sciences, and case and trial preparation. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| 13 hours |
Semester II
| PSYC 2301 General Psychology
Course Description× PSYC 2301 General Psychology General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. NOTE: Must have passed the reading portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0302 or INRW 0402. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| Life & Physical Science elective
3
Replace BIOL 1409 Biology for Non-Science Majors II or BIOL 2404 Introductory Anatomy & Physiology or CHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I WITH Any 4 hour Lab Science; BIOL, CHEM, ENVR, GEOL, or PHYS BIOL 1408 & BIOL 1409 recommended |
4 hours |
| Mathematics (college-level) | 3 hours |
| CJSA 1308 Criminalistics I
Course Description× CJSA 1308 Criminalistics I Lab Fee: $20.00 Introduction to the field of criminalistics. Topics include the application of scientific and technical methods in the investigation of crime including location, identification, and handling of evidence for scientific analysis. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| 13 hours |
Semester III
| CJSA 2471 Forensic Science I
Course Description× CJSA 2471 Forensic Science I Lab Fee: $20.00 An introduction to crime scene investigation, evidence gathering, and preservation. Utilizing lecture and lab, this course presents the methods, procedures, and techniques for the analysis and preservation of crime scene evidence appropriate for first responders to a crime scene. Includes the use of scientific instrumentation to perform trace analysis of hair and fiber, stains, epithelial cells, latent fingerprints, DNA, and other basic evidence gathering techniques. Additional skills and knowledge will be obtained from guest speakers and local documented cases. In the process, students will gain hands-on experience as well as practical understanding of the basic operation of a busy forensic lab. Semester Hours 4 |
4 hours |
| BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications
Course Description× BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces and develops foundational skills in applying essential and emerging business productivity information technology tools. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, data analytics, and business-oriented utilization of the internet. (BCIS 1305 is included in the Business Field of Study.) Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
| CRIJ 2328 Police Systems & Practices
Course Description× CRIJ 2328 Police Systems & Practices This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police discretion; police ethics, and use of authority and current and future issues. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| CJSA 1372 Forensic Art
Course Description× CJSA 1372 Forensic Art Lab Fee: $30.00 Course addresses forensic art reconstruction techniques that are used for the postmortem identification of persons and the identification/location of missing or wanted individuals, including age progressions, reconstructive and composite drawings, clay construction of a skull and muscles and clay reconstruction of appearance on a plastic skull model. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) CJSA 1373 Forensic Anthropology Course Description× CJSA 1373 Forensic Anthropology This online course surveys the recovery and analysis of skeletal remains. Estimation of biological factors such as age at death, sex, ancestry, stature, pathology and time since death will be explored. The role of physical anthropology in criminal investigation will be discussed. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| CRIJ 1307 Crime In America
Course Description× CRIJ 1307 Crime In America American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| 16 hours |
Semester IV
| CJSA 2472 Forensic Science II
Course Description× CJSA 2472 Forensic Science II A forensic science lecture/lab course focused on research in adolescent and adult neuropsychology. A study of the latest research from neuroimaging related to biological templates for violence within Paul MacLean's Triune Brain paradigm. Explores the developmental sequencing and powerful illumination of the brain's centers of addiction and the impact of neurocriminalistics, such as brain mapping and brain fingerprinting. The psychopathology and known offender characteristics will be analyzed and discussed. Also demonstrated are how forensic specialists analyze mens rea (the criminal mind), MO (modus operandi), signature, and criminal aftermath activity as part of crime scene analysis. Prerequisite: CJSA 2471. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/2 lab) |
4 hours |
| CJSA 2389 Internship - Criminal Justice
Course Description× CJSA 2389 Internship - Criminal Justice Special Fee: $13.00 This course serves as the Capstone for the Level II Certificate within the Criminal Justice program. Semester Hours 3 |
3 hours |
| CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals Criminal Law
Course Description× CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals Criminal Law This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) May be eligible for articulation with a high school that has a current articulation agreement with McLennan. See the high school counselor for information. |
3 hours |
| CJSA 1400 Death Investigation I
Course Description× CJSA 1400 Death Investigation I Students will develop concepts, investigation processes, scene management, required documentation and case management for incidences of natural, accidental and suicidal deaths. Students will follow the Department of Justice National Guidelines for Death Investigation and meet the criteria for academic credit recognition from the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/2 lab) |
4 hours |
| 14 hours |
| Total hours: | 56 hours |
Life & Physical Science
| BIOL 1406 Biology for Science Majors I
Course Description× BIOL 1406 Biology for Science Majors I Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. NOTE: Must have passed the reading and writing portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0302 or INRW 0402. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 1407 Biology for Science Majors II
Course Description× BIOL 1407 Biology for Science Majors II The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406 with a minimum grade of C. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I
Course Description× BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 1409 Biology for Non-Science Majors II
Course Description× BIOL 1409 Biology for Non-Science Majors II This course will provide and reinforce a survey and of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology. Semester hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 1411 General Botany
Course Description× BIOL 1411 General Botany Fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant physiology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism. Includes the role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi. This course is intended for science majors. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 1413 General Zoology
Course Description× BIOL 1413 General Zoology Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and function, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny, and ecology. This course is intended for science majors. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I
Course Description× BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. NOTE: Must have passed the reading and writing portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0302 or INRW 0402. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II
Course Description× BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4(3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| BIOL 2404 Anatomy & Physiology (specialized)
Course Description× BIOL 2404 Anatomy & Physiology (specialized) Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| CHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I
Course Description× CHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for allied health students and for students who are not science majors. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I
Course Description× CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry. Includes basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1411, as well as an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 with a minimum grade of C, passing score on non-credit equivalency exam for MATH 1314, or consent of division chair. High school chemistry is strongly recommended. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II
Course Description× CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II Chemical equilibrium, phase diagrams and spectrometry, acid-base concepts, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Includes basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1412, as well as an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports. Prerequisite: CHEM 1411 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/4 lab) |
4 hours |
| ENVR 1301 Environmental Science I (lecture)
Course Description× ENVR 1301 Environmental Science I (lecture) A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| ENVR 1101 Environmental Science I (lab)
Course Description× ENVR 1101 Environmental Science I (lab) This laboratory-based course accompanies ENVR 1301 Environmental Science (lecture). Activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze environmental data. Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in ENVR 1301. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| ENVR 1302 Environmental Science II - Lecture
Course Description× ENVR 1302 Environmental Science II - Lecture General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| ENVR 1102 Environmental Science II (lab)
Course Description× ENVR 1102 Environmental Science II (lab) General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Lab exercises relate scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Includes research projects related to the historical development of current environmental practices and concerns. May include other research projects dealing with current or potential environmental concerns. Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in ENVR 1302. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| ENVR 1401 Environmental Science I (lecture + lab)
Course Description× ENVR 1401 Environmental Science I (lecture + lab) A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources. The laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze environmental data. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| ENVR 1402 Environmental Science II
Course Description× ENVR 1402 Environmental Science II General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Lab exercises relate scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Includes research projects related to the historical development of current environmental practices and concerns. May include other research projects dealing with current or potential environmental concerns. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| GEOL 1301 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lecture)
Course Description× GEOL 1301 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lecture) Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| GEOL 1101 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lab)
Course Description× GEOL 1101 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lab) This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1301 Earth Sciences I. Activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze data in geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy. Prerequisite: GEOL 1301. Semester Hours 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| GEOL 1302 Earth Sciences II for Non-Science Majors (lecture)
Course Description× GEOL 1302 Earth Sciences II for Non-Science Majors (lecture) Extension of the study of geology, astronomy, meteorology and oceanography, focusing on natural resources, hazards and climate variability. Prerequisite: GEOL 1401, 1403 or 1404. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| GEOL 1102 Earth Sciences II for Non-Science Majors (lab)
Course Description× GEOL 1102 Earth Sciences II for Non-Science Majors (lab) This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1302 Earth Sciences II. Activities will focus on methods used to collect and analyze data related to natural resources, hazards and climate variability. Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in GEOL 1302. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| GEOL 1303 Physical Geology (lecture)
Course Description× GEOL 1303 Physical Geology (lecture) Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| GEOL 1103 Physical Geology Laboratory
Course Description× GEOL 1103 Physical Geology Laboratory This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1303 Physical Geology. Laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze earth science data. Prerequisite: GEOL 1303 or concurrent enrollment. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| GEOL 1304 Historical Geology (lecture)
Course Description× GEOL 1304 Historical Geology (lecture) A comprehensive survey of the history of life and major events in the physical development of Earth as interpreted from rocks and fossils. Prerequisites: GEOL 1303 or 1403. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| GEOL 1104 Historical Geology Laboratory
Course Description× GEOL 1104 Historical Geology Laboratory This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1304 Historical Geology. Laboratory activities will introduce methods used by scientists to interpret the history of life and major events in the physical development of earth from rocks and fossils. Prerequisite: GEOL 1304. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab) |
1 hours |
| GEOL 1401 Earth Sciences for Non-Science Majors I (lecture + lab)
Course Description× GEOL 1401 Earth Sciences for Non-Science Majors I (lecture + lab) Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. The lab activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze data in geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| GEOL 1403 Physical Geology (lecture + lab)
Course Description× GEOL 1403 Physical Geology (lecture + lab) Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations. Laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze earth science data. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| GEOL 1404 Historical Geology (lecture + lab)
Course Description× GEOL 1404 Historical Geology (lecture + lab) A comprehensive survey of the history of life and major events in the physical development of Earth as interpreted from rocks and fossils. Laboratory activities will introduce methods used by scientists to interpret the history of life and major events in the physical development of earth from rocks and fossils. Prerequisite: GEOL 1303 or 1403. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| PHYS 1401 College Physics I
Course Description× PHYS 1401 College Physics I Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton's Laws of Motion, and gravitation and other fundamental forces; with emphasis on problem solving. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 and MATH 1316, 2412 or 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| PHYS 1402 College Physics II
Course Description× PHYS 1402 College Physics II Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern physics topics; with emphasis on problem solving. Prerequisite: PHYS 1401. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| PHYS 1403 Stars and Galaxies
Course Description× PHYS 1403 Stars and Galaxies Study of stars, galaxies, and the universe outside our solar system. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| PHYS 1404 Solar System
Course Description× PHYS 1404 Solar System Study of the sun and its solar system, including its origin. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
| PHYS 1405 Elementary Physics I
Course Description× PHYS 1405 Elementary Physics I Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended for liberal arts and other non-science majors. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab) |
4 hours |
Math
| MATH 1314 College Algebra
Course Description× MATH 1314 College Algebra In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry
Course Description× MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry In-depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles. Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 with a minimum grade of C, or passing score on non-credit equivalency exam for MATH 1314, or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences
Course Description× MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and rational, to problems in business, economics and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices, linear programming; and probability, including expected value. Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1325 Calculus for Business & Social Sciences
Course Description× MATH 1325 Calculus for Business & Social Sciences This course is the basic study of limits and continuity, differentiation, optimization and graphing, and integration of elementary functions, with emphasis on applications in business, economics and social sciences. This course is not a substitute for MATH 2313 or 2413 - Calculus I. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 or MATH 1324, minimum grade C. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning)
Course Description× MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) Intended for Non-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0308. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods
Course Description× MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0308 or completion of college-level math course. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1350 Mathematics for Teachers I (Fundamentals of Mathematics I)
Course Description× MATH 1350 Mathematics for Teachers I (Fundamentals of Mathematics I) This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the conceptual development of the following: sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the various number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 1314/1414 College Algebra or the equivalent. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1351 Mathematics for Teachers II (Fundamentals of Mathematics II)
Course Description× MATH 1351 Mathematics for Teachers II (Fundamentals of Mathematics II) This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the concepts of geometry, measurement, probability, and statistics with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 1314/1414 College Algebra Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 1414 College Algebra (Stem Intensive)
Course Description× MATH 1414 College Algebra (Stem Intensive) In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Semester hours 4 (4 lec) |
4 hours |
| MATH 2305 Discrete Mathematics
Course Description× MATH 2305 Discrete Mathematics A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science. Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 2318 Linear Algebra
Course Description× MATH 2318 Linear Algebra Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2414 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 2320 Differential Equations
Course Description× MATH 2320 Differential Equations Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2414 minimum grade of C. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Course Description× MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Mathematics In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 with a minimum grade of C, or passing score on non-credit equivalency exam for MATH 1314, or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 4 (4 lec) |
4 hours |
| MATH 2413 Calculus I
Course Description× MATH 2413 Calculus I Limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 2412 with a minimum grade of C, or both MATH 1314 and MATH 1316 with minimum grades of C, or passing score on non-credit equivalency exam for MATH 2412, or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 4 (4 lec) |
4 hours |
| MATH 2414 Calculus II
Course Description× MATH 2414 Calculus II Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 4 (4 lec) |
4 hours |
| MATH 2415 Calculus III
Course Description× MATH 2415 Calculus III Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green's Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of C or better or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 4 (4 lec) |
4 hours |