MATC 2022-23 Catalog

MASON –MATH DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

of geometric fi gures, applying similar and congruent triangles, applying Pythagorean Theorem, and solving right triangles using trigonometric ratios. Measurement topics emphasize the application of measurement concepts and conversion techniques within and between U.S. customary and metric system to solve problems. Data topics emphasize data organization and summarization skills, including: frequency distributions, central tendency, relative position and measures of dispersion. Special emphasis is placed on problem-solving, critical thinking and logical reasoning, making connections, and using calculators. Prerequisite(s): Complete one of the following: MATGEN-109, ACT (17-19), high school GPA (2.30-2.59), Accuplacer (64 or higher), GED (155-164) or ALEKS PPL (14-24). MATH-113 Credits: 3 College Technical Mathematics 1A (Applied Algebra) Topics include: solving linear, quadratic and rational equations; graphing; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; percent; proportions; and operations on polynomials. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Mathematics 1. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATGEN-110 with minimum grade of C, or satisfactory MATC placement test score. MATH-114 Credits: 2 College Technical Mathematics 1B (Applied Geometry and Trigonometry) This course is a continuation of College Technical Mathematics 1A. Topics include: measurement systems; computational geometry; right and oblique triangle trigonometry; and trigonometric functions on the unit circle. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATH-113 with minimum grade of C. MATH-115 Credits: 5 College Technical Mathematics 1 Topics include: solving linear, quadratic and rational equations; graphing; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; right and oblique triangle trigonometry; trigonometric functions on the unit circle; and operations on polynomials. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. This course is the equivalent of successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B. Completion of MATH-113 and MATH-114 with a grade of C or better is equivalent to MATH-115. Also College Algebra and Trigonometry (MATH-230), or College Algebra (MATH-201) and Trigonometry (MATH-202) may substitute for MATH-115

and MATH-116 when taken in combination. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATGEN-110, MATH-107, MATH-134 or MATH-135 with minimum grade of C, or satisfactory MATC placement test score. MATH-116 Credits: 4 College Technical Mathematics 2 Topics include: vectors; trigonometric functions and their graphs; identities; exponential and logarithmic functions and equations; radical equations; equations with rational exponents; dimension of a circle; velocity; sine and cosine graphs; complex numbers in polar and rectangular form; trigonometric equations; conic sections; and analysis of statistical data. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATH 114 or MATH-115 with minimum grade of C. MATH-123 Credits: 3 Math With Business Applications This course integrates algebraic concepts, proportions, percents, simple interest, compound interest, annuities, and basic statistics with business/consumer scenarios. It also applies math concepts to the purchasing/buying and selling processes. Prerequisite(s): Complete MATGEN-109 with minimum grade of C, or satisfactory MATC placement test score. MATH-134 Credits: 3 Mathematical Reasoning All college students, regardless of their college major, need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fi scal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. An activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem-solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course may be used as the fi rst of a two part sequence that ends with MATH-135 Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement. MATH-135 Credits: 3 analytic reasoning and the ability to solve quantitative problems. Topics to be covered may include: construction and interpretation of graphs, descriptive statistics, geometry and spatial visualizations, math of fi nance, functions and modeling, probability, and logic. Appropriate use of units and dimensions, estimates, mathematical notation, and available technology will be emphasized throughout the course. Quantitative Reasoning This course is intended to develop

MASON-306

Credits: 5

Advanced Masonry Techniques 1 E ffi ciency, productivity and professional workmanship are emphasized, while hands-on projects prepare the student for employment. Chimney construction and layout of a working masonry fi replace are practiced. Prerequisite(s): Complete MASON-303. MASON-308 Credits: 1 Job Safety and Layout The proper use, care and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trowel trades are studied with speci fi c emphasis on construction safety. Basic building layout is taught as it relates to masonry. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Bricklaying program (30-408-2). MASON-310 Credits: 5 Advanced Masonry Techniques 2 A hands-on course covering construction of arches, brick panels and stonework for various bonds and arches. Practical work is given in layout for arches, panels and stonework. The cutting of brick and stone is practiced. Glass block and thin veneer techniques are taught. Prerequisite(s): Complete MASON-306. MASON-356 Credits: 2 Methods 1 – Fundamentals This is a basic technical course in the practice and methods of the masonry trade. Through analysis, demonstration and discussion, various operations used in the trade are studied. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Bricklaying program (30-408-2). Completion of or currently enrolled in MASON-300. MASON-357 Credits: 2 discussion, various phases of work, which are part of the masonry trade, are studied to understand the entire scope of masonry. Arches, fi replaces, grouting and fl ashing techniques, along with hot- and cold weather masonry construction, are studied. Prerequisite(s): Complete MASON-356. MATH – Mathematics (Department: 804) MATH-107 Credits: 3 College Mathematics This course is designed to review and develop fundamental concepts of mathematics in the areas of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, measurement and data. Algebra topics emphasize simplifying algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities with one variable, solving proportions and percent applications. Geometry and trigonometry topics include: fi nding areas and volumes Methods 2 – Advanced Through analysis, demonstration and

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