Mathematics
Course Descriptions
MATH 0920
Beginning Algebra
Introduction to elementary algebra with applications. Topics include operations with real
numbers, operations involving algebraic expressions, factoring, exponents, polynomials,
solving linear equations and graphing. Does not fulfill WWCC math graduation requirement.
Prerequisites: DVST 0900 or appropriate Math Placement Test score
MATH 0930
Intermediate Algebra
Techniques of algebra with applications. Builds upon the concepts and skills developed in Math
0920. Topics include an introduction to functions and relations, solving quadratic equations,
rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, solving inequalities,
and graphing. Does not fulfill WWCC math graduation requirement.
Prerequisites: MATH 0920 (C or better) or appropriate Math Placement Test score, or Math ACT
score of 21 or higher
Mathematics:
MATH 1000
Problem Solving
The course focuses on the methods, processes, and strategies used to analyze, understand, and
solve mathematical problems. It aims to develop skills in sorting, organizing, and assimilating
information. The problems are of a variety of types and may include problems involving puzzles
or patterns, word problems, algebra problems, counting and probability problems, problems
dealing with geometry, and other mathematical problems. The use of the hand calculator is an
essential part of the course.
Prerequisites: MATH 0920 (C or better) or appropriate Math Placement Test score, or Math
ACT score of 21 or higher, or TECH 1000 (C or better)
MATH 1100, MATH 1105
NUMBERS AND OPERATIONS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
This course is intended for prospective elementary school teachers. The purpose is to prepare
students to be competent in teaching the major concepts and skills related to the real number
system and four arithmetic operations.
Prerequisites: MATH 0920 (C or better) or COMPASS Math Placement Level 2 or Math ACT of
21 or Math SAT of 600.
Corequisite: EDEL 1410
MATH 1400
Precalculus Algebra
This course emphasizes algebra topics which are important in the study of calculus, especially
functions and their graphs. Topics include polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic
functions and equations, inequalities, and systems of equations. A graphing calculator may be
required in some sections.
Prerequisites: MATH 0930 (C or better), Math ACT of 23 or higher, or appropriate Math Placement
Test score
MATH 1405
Precalculus Trigonometry
This course emphasizes trigonometry and other topics important in preparation for the study of
calculus. Topics include angles, right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions and their
graphs, trigonometric equations, trigonometric representations of complex numbers and applications.
Other topics may be included as time permits. A graphing calculator may be required in
some sections.
Prerequisites: MATH 1400, (C or better), Math ACT of 25 or higher, or appropriate Math Placement
Test score
MATH 2120
GEOMETRY AND MEASUREMENT FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
This course is a continuation of MATH 1105 for prospective elementary teachers. Emphasis
is asking and answering critical questions about spatial reasoning as evident in the real
world. Includes investigations of two- and three-dimensional shapes and their properties,
measurements, constructions, and transformations to prepare students to be competent in
teaching these concepts.
Prerequisite: MATH 1105 (C or better)
Corequisite: EDEL 2410
MATH 2200
Calculus I
This course is an introduction to calculus with analytical geometry. Topics to include limits,
continuity, derivatives and some applications of the integral.
Prerequisite: MATH 1405 (C or better), or MATH 1450 (C or better), or Math ACT of 27 or
higher, or Math Placement Exam
MATH 2205
Calculus II
Topics to include differentiation of transcendental functions, techniques of integration, indeterminate
forms, improper integrals, and infinite series.
Prerequisite: MATH 2200 (C or better)
MATH 2210
Calculus III
Topics to include space and solid analytical geometry, vectors, differential calculus of functions
of several variables, and multiple integration with applications.
Prerequisite: MATH 2205 (C or better)
MATH 2250
Elementary Linear Algebra
Topics include linear equations and matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants,
orthogonality, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors.
Prerequisites: MATH 2205 (C or better) or Instructor Permission
MATH 2310
Applied Differential Equations
Topics include methods of solutions of ordinary differential equations with emphasis on applications.
Transforms and applications are also included.
Prerequisite: MATH 2205 (C or better)
MATH 2350
Business Calculus I
Units of study include a review of functions, their graphs and their algebra; limits and continuity;
derivatives and their applications, techniques of differentiation and the calculus for the exponential
and logarithmic functions with applications to business.
Prerequisites: MATH 1400 (C or better) or equivalent, or Math ACT of 26 or higher
MATH 2355
Business Calculus II
Units of study include integrations and applications; techniques of integration; differential equations
and applications; functions of several variables, partial derivatives, optimization; Lagrange
multipliers; least squares, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions; linear systems
and their solutions.
Prerequisite: MATH 2350 (C or better)
Statistics:
STAT 2010
Business Statistics
This course is designed to provide majors in accounting, business administration, economics,
management, and marketing with training in basic statistical concepts with emphasis on applications
to business programs.
Credit may not be earned for more than one of the following: STAT 2010, 2050 or 2070.
Prerequisites: MATH 1000 or higher, or Placement into MATH 2200 via the COMPASS or ACT
scores.
STAT 2050
Fundamentals of Statistics
The presentation and application of statistical inference. Topics include measures of central
tendency, variance and standard deviation, probability modes, inference for means, analysis of
variance for one way classification, and an introduction to linear regression and correlation.
Credit may not be earned for more than one of the following: STAT 2010, 2050 or 2070.
Prerequisites: MATH 1000 or higher, or Placement into MATH 2200 via the COMPASS or ACT
scores.
STAT 2070
Statistics for the Social Science
Presentation of central ideas of descriptive statistics and statistical inference, as applied to questions
in the social sciences. Topics include graphs, averages, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, and
relationship between variables. Associated computer skills will also be introduced.
Credit cannot be earned in more than one of the following courses: STAT 2010, 2050 or 2070
Prerequisites: MATH 1000 or higher, or Placement into MATH 2200 via the COMPASS or ACT scores.
Physics
1050
CONCEPTS IN PHYSICS
A one-semester course in which a small number of fundamental physical principles are used to
explore a wide range of phenomena. The basic conservation laws and their applications will
be stressed. Topics will range from Newtonian mechanics to the modern wave/particle duality
of quantum mechanics. The course is designed to satisfy the University of Wyoming physical
science requirement.
Prerequisite: MATH 0920 or TECH 1000 or placement into MATH 0930 or higher
Corequisite Lab required
PHYS
1110
GENERAL PHYSICS I
This course is the first of a two-semester non-calculus based physics sequence. It is primarily
for majors in biology, pre-medicine and other majors that do not require calculus-based physics.
Topics include mechanics, gravitation and heat. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied.
Students receiving credit for PHYS 1110 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 or PHYS 1310
Prerequisite: MATH 1405, or MATH 1450, or equivalent
Corequisite Lab required
PHYS 1120
GENERAL PHYSICS II
This course is the second of a two-semester non-calculus based physics sequence. Topics
include electricity, magnetism, optics and modern physics. Laboratory sessions illustrate the
principles studied. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1120 cannot receive credit for PHYS
1050 or PHYS 1320.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1110
Corequisite Lab required
PHYS 1310
COLLEGE PHYSICS I
This course is the first of a two-semester calculus based physics sequence. It is primarily for
majors in physics, engineering and other majors that require calculus-based physics. The course
includes classical mechanics, gravitation and thermodynamics. Laboratory sessions illustrate
the principles studied and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for
PHYS 1310 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 or PHYS 1110.
Prerequisite: MATH 2200 and concurrent enrollment in MATH 2205 or equivalent
Corequisite Lab required
PHYS 1320
COLLEGE PHYSICS II
This course is the second of a two-semester calculus based physics sequence. The course
includes electricity, magnetism and optics. Laboratory sessions illustrate the principles studied
and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1320 cannot receive
credit for PHYS 1050 or PHYS 1120.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1310 and MATH 2205, or equivalent
Corequisite Lab required
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