I. ENGAGE: FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
QUANTITATIVE REASONING (continued) Complete one of the following courses MATH 102 Mathematical Decision Making - 5 credits
MATH 172 Calculus I - 5 credits
Theory, techniques and applications of differentiation and integration of the elementary functions. Prerequisites: MATH 154 with a grade of C or higher, a score of 19 on the Advanced Math Placement Test, or a score of 46 or higher on the Compass Trigonometry test. MATH 211 Statistical Concepts and Methods - 5 credits An introduction to statistics for any student. Topics include exploratory data analysis, regression, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, and confidence intervals. Course emphasizes applied data analysis and includes use of a statistical software package. PHYS 181 - General Physics I with Laboratory - 5 credits An integrated experimental and analytical investigation of topics including kinematics and dynamics. This integrated lecture/laboratory course includes the analysis of physical systems using algebra, trigonometry, and calculus along with inquiry-based activities and experimental investigation. Co- or prerequisite: MATH 172. PSY 362 Introductory Statistics - 5 credits Descriptive statistics and introduction to inferential statistics through one-way analysis of variance. Prior coursework in finite math is recommended. See catalog for prerequisites. SOC 326 Social Demography - 5 credits This course surveys major principles and methods of social demography and will cover demographic analysis of population that focuses on both U.S. and global aspects of social change: fertility, mortality and life expectancy, and migration. Prerequisites : a math placement test score resulting in eligibility for MATH 101 or successful completion of MATH 100B with a grade of C or higher.
Selected topics from probability, statistics and mathematical decision making with real world applications. Prerequisites: students must achieve an appropriate test score or successfully complete the required prerequisite course/s before enrolling in a Quantitative Reasoning course. MATH 130 Finite Mathematics - 5 credits The language of sets, counting procedures, introductory probability and decision- making, introductory descriptive statistics. Meets General Education “reasoning” requirement and prepares student for introductory statistics courses in various departments. Prerequisites : a math placement test score resulting in eligibility for MATH 101 or successful completion of MATH 100B with a grade of C or higher. MATH 153 Pre-Calculus Mathematics I - 5 credits A foundation course which stresses those algebraic and elementary function concepts together with the manipulative skills essential to the study of calculus. Prerequisites: satisfactory score on math placement exam or completion of MATH 100C or higher. MATH 154 Pre-Calculus Mathematics II - 5 credits A continuation of MATH 153 with emphasis on trigonometric functions, vectors, systems of equations, the complex numbers, and an introduction to analytic geometry. Prerequisites: MATH 153 with a grade of C or higher or satisfactory score on math placement exam. MATH 155 Applied Pre-calculus - 5 credits An accelerated review of topics necessary for success in a technology field focusing on linear, quadratic, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric equations and practical applications to these fields. This course will not prepare you for calculus. Prerequisites: A grade of C or higher in Math 100C or an appropriate test score on the mathematics placement exam. MATH 164 Foundations of Arithmetic - 5 credits Structure of the real number system. Properties of and operations on integers, rationals, decimal representation, percentages, proportion, graphing and elementary problem solving. Recommended for the prospective elementary school teacher. Prerequisites: students must achieve an appropriate test score or successfully complete the required prerequisite course/s before enrolling in a Quantitative Reasoning course.
Reminder: All students must enroll in UNIV 101 their first quarter. (This requirement is waived for students with 45 or more transfer credits.)
UNIV 101 - Transition to CWU This course is designed to foster a successful transition to CWU. This course will promote a sense of belonging and discovery, stimulate engagement in curricular and co-curricular activities, and connect students to campus resources.
DEVELOPMENTAL COURSES MATH 100A - Pre-Algebra This course is designed to prepare students for college
MATH 100B - Introductory Algebra This course is designed to prepare students for college mathematics. Symbolic, graphical, and numeric representations will be studied to understand and apply the concepts of algebra. Credits will not be allowed toward meeting bachelor’s degree requirements. Prerequisite: appropriate placement score or Math 100A with a grade of C or higher.
MATH 100BC - Accelerated Algebra This accelerated course is designed for students pursuing a major requiring pre-calculus. It provides students with the necessary algebra skills, graphing & calculator skills, problem solving strategies, and academic study skills. This course is for students pursuing pre-calculus only. Credit will not be allowed for degree requirement. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MATH 100A or placement test scores qualifying for MATH 100B, but not MATH 100C; and an intention to pursue a major requiring MATH 153 or higher.
mathematics. Symbolic, graphical, and numeric representations will be studied to understand and apply the concepts underlying algebra. Credits will not be allowed toward meeting bachelor’s degree requirements. Prerequisite: appropriate placement score.
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