As many as six hours may be in computer studies, physics, chemistry or accounting. CST 210 is strongly recommended. All students are required to take the Mathematics Placement Test. The results of the test are used to place students in the appropriate mathematics courses. 3 hours This developmental course is designed for non-mathematically oriented students.
Attention is given to improving problem solving skills and the role of mathematics as a tool.
Grade of C or better is required. This course, in combination with other activity and enhancement courses, is counted among 12 credit hours toward the 128 credits required for the baccalaureate degree and 6 hours toward the 64 required for the associate degree. Algebraic principles and procedures are studied. Understanding of concepts, not memorization of manipulative skills, is emphasized. Tables and graphs are integrated to give numerical and visual meaning to algebraic expressions.