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MATHEMATICS (MATH) MATH 113R College Algebra with Review5 Credits

Approach to algebra with an emphasis on functions, modeling, and
applications. Topics include properties and graphs of linear, polynomial,
MATH 101 Review in Mathematics1 Credit rational, exponential, logarithmic, and inverse functions; solving
Review of mathematical concepts and computations. Content will vary, equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations; interpreting data
but topics will be chosen in each case to prepare students for a specific and graphs. Technology tools will be utilized in addition to analytical
subsequent course. methods. Review and practice of necessary skills and concepts will be
Terms Typically Offered: Fall. incorporated throughout.
MATH 105 Elements of Mathematics I3 Credits Prerequisites: Appropriate mathematics placement test score and GPA,
Mathematics for the prospective elementary teacher with an emphasis on or MATC 092.
mathematical reasoning and processes. Topics include problem solving, Equivalent Course(s): MATH 113
set theory, number theory, numeration systems, the integers, and rational Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program
numbers. requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed
Prerequisites: Appropriate mathematics placement test score and Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
interview, and permission of instructor. MATH 119 Precalculus Mathematics-GTMA15 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring. In-depth treatment of the mathematics essential to Calculus. Topics
MATH 107 Career Math3 Credits include linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, inverse, and
Covers material designed for career technical or general studies students trigonometric functions.
who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include Prerequisites: Appropriate mathematics placement test score.
measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs, and/or finance. Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program
These are presented on an introductory level and the emphasis is on requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed
applications. Colorado Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways General Education
Curriculum
MATH 108 Technical Mathematics4 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
Covers material designed for career technical or general studies students
who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics may include MATH 119A Algebra for Calculus4 Credits
measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs, and/or finance. In-depth treatment of the algebra essential to Calculus. Topics include
These are presented on an introductory level and the emphasis is on the algebraic and graphical properties of linear, polynomial, rational,
applications. exponential, logarithmic, and inverse functions. This course is the first
course in a two-semester sequence (MATH 119A/MATH 119B) equivalent
MATH 110 Mathematical Investigations-GTMA13 Credits
to MATH 119.
Investigations into mathematical concepts approached through the lens
Prerequisites: Appropriate mathematics placement test score.
of real-world applications and projects. Specific content includes problem
Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program
solving, mathematical models, financial mathematics, set theory, logic,
requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed
probability, descriptive statistics, and the appropriate use of technology.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
Prerequisites: MATC 090 or equivalent or appropriate mathematics
placement test score. MATH 119B Trigonometry for Calculus3 Credits
Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program In-depth treatment of the trigonometry essential to Calculus,
requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed incorporating a selection of algebraic concepts. This is the second
Colorado Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways General Education course in a two-semester sequence (MATH 119A/MATH 119B) equivalent
Curriculum to MATH 119.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Prerequisites: MATH 119A.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
MATH 113 College Algebra-GTMA14 Credits
Approach to algebra with an emphasis on functions, modeling, and MATH 121 Calculus for Business3 Credits
applications. Topics include properties and graphs of linear, polynomial, An introduction to calculus with an emphasis on applications to business
rational, exponential, logarithmic, and inverse functions; solving and economics. Topics include linear and quadratic functions, limits,
equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations; interpreting data continuity, differentiation, integration, the logarithmic and exponential
and graphs. Technology tools will be utilized in addition to analytical functions, and applications. Computer algebra systems will be used
methods. where applicable. Current college algebra skills and graphic calculator are
Prerequisites: MATC 092 or equivalent, or appropriate mathematics required.
placement test score. Prerequisites: MATH 113 or equivalent, or appropriate mathematics
Equivalent Course(s): MATH 113R placement test score.
Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program MATH 130 Trigonometry3 Credits
requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed College-level treatment of trigonometry. Topics include the Cartesian
Colorado Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways General Education plane, functions, inverse functions, the circular function, trigonometric
Curriculum functions, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities,
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. solving trigonometric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, triangle
solution techniques, and vectors.
Prerequisites: MATH 113 or appropriate mathematics placement test
score.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
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MATH 131 Applied Calculus4 Credits MATH 151 Calculus I-GT-MA15 Credits
Introduction to fundamental concepts and techniques of calculus with Introduction to differentiation and integration of functions of a single
an emphasis on modeling and applications. Topics include algebraic, variable. Topics include functions, limits, continuity, differentiation,
periodic, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; related rates, optimization, graphing, integration, and volumes.
notions of limits, continuity, rates of change, and accumulated change; Prerequisites: MATH 119, or MATH 119A and MATH 119B, or appropriate
differentiation; and integration. mathematics placement test score.
Prerequisites: MATH 113 or appropriate placement test score. Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program
Terms Typically Offered: Spring. requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed
Colorado Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways General Education
MATH 135 Engineering Calculus I4 Credits
Curriculum
Introduction to differentiation and integration of functions of a single
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
variable. Emphasis on computational aspects. Includes functions,
limits, continuity, differentiation, related rates, optimization, graphing, MATH 152 Calculus II5 Credits
integration, and volumes. Continuation of MATH 151 Calculus I. Topics include techniques of
Prerequisites: MATH 119, or MATH 119A and MATH 119B, or appropriate integration; trigonometric and hyperbolic functions; inverse, logarithmic,
mathematics placement score. and exponential functions; sequences and series; polar coordinates; and
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. parametric equations.
Prerequisites: MATH 151.
MATH 136 Engineering Calculus II4 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
Continuation of MATH 135 Engineering Calculus I. Emphasis on
computational aspects. Includes techniques of integration; trigonometric MATH 196 Topics1-5 Credits
and hyperbolic functions; inverse, logarithmic, and exponential functions; Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 15 credit hours.
sequences and series; polar coordinates; and parametric equations. MATH 205 Elements of Mathematics II-GTMA13 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 135 or MATH 151. Continuation of MATH 105 designed for the prospective elementary
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring. teacher. Topics include algebraic methods, measurement, decimal
MATH 141 Analytical Geometry3 Credits numbers, statistics, geometry, and the metric system.
A college-level treatment of analytic geometry. Topics include Cartesian Prerequisites: MATH 105.
coordinate systems, distance, parallel and perpendicular lines and planes, Essential Learning Categories: Mathematics See the program
the locus of a condition, generalizations of lines, planes and parabolas, requirements list to determine the minimum level math needed
polar coordinates and vectors in two and three dimensions. Colorado Guaranteed Transfer (GT) Pathways General Education
Prerequisites: MATH 130 or permission of instructor. Curriculum
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
MATH 146 Calculus for Biological Sciences5 Credits
An introduction to calculus with an emphasis on applications to biology. MATH 215 Technology for Mathematics Educators3 Credits
Topics include functions, properties and graphs of polynomials, rational Introduction to technology resources appropriate for mathematics
functions, the trigonometric, inverse, exponential and logarithmic educators. Focus is on using spreadsheets to program problem-
functions, limits, continuity, differentiation, related rates, min-max solving algorithms, mathematical models, and data manipulation.
problems, integration and applications of biology. Additional technologies and topics include interactive geometry software,
Prerequisites: MATH 113 or permission of instructor. interactive applets, simple webpage design, block-based languages, and
educational simulations and games.
MATH 147 Introduction to Computer Algebra Systems1 Credit
Prerequisites: MATH 113 and MATH 205.
Introduction to computer algebra using an appropriate computer
Terms Typically Offered: Spring.
algebra system (CAS) such as Maple, Mathematica, Derive, etc. Topics
will include the syntax and simple programming of the CAS used. MATH 225 Computational Linear Algebra3 Credits
Assignments and projects will emphasize applications in Calculus. Computational approach to systems of equations, vector spaces,
Prerequisites: MATH 119. matrices, matrix transformations, subspaces of R^n, eigenvalues, as
Corequisites: MATH 151. well as their applications. Software for linear algebra computations is
introduced and utilized.
MATH 149 Honors Mathematics-GTMA13 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 151 or MATH 135 or MATH 131.
An in-depth exploration of mathematical concepts, with an emphasis on
Terms Typically Offered: Spring.
the process of mathematical discovery. Topics are left to the discretion
of the instructor, and typically include an introduction to more advanced MATH 236 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra4 Credits
topics such as group theory or graph theory. This course fulfills the Introduction to ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics
essential learning requirement for students in the Honors Program. covered include ordinary differential equations, systems of linear
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, and systems of linear
differential equations.
MATH 150 Topics and Careers in Mathematics1 Credit
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 136.
Introduction to the nature of mathematical thinking. Advanced topics
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
and applications of mathematics and statistics will be presented at an
introductory level. Career options will be investigated.
Prerequisites: MATH 151 or MATH 135 or MATH 131 (any of these
courses may be taken concurrently with MATH 150).
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring.
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MATH 240 Introduction to Advanced Mathematics4 Credits MATH 352 Advanced Calculus3 Credits
Introduction to writing mathematical proofs that provides students Proof-based treatment of calculus of one real variable, with focus
with a transition from computation-based lower-level courses to proof- on axiomatic development. Topics include completeness of the real
based upper-level courses. Topics include introductory logic, set theory, numbers, limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals, and the Fundamental
relations, functions, induction, equivalence relations, and partitions. Theorem of Calculus.
Emphasis is on constructing and analyzing rigorous mathematical Prerequisites: MATH 240.
proofs. Terms Typically Offered: Spring.
Prerequisites: MATH 152. MATH 360 Methods of Applied Mathematics3 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring. Introduction to methods of applied analysis and mathematical physics.
MATH 253 Calculus III4 Credits Topics include vector calculus, Sturm-Liouville problems, Fourier series,
Introduction to multivariable calculus. Topics include three-dimensional partial differential equations, series solutions of ordinary differential
space, vectors, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, equations, and special functions.
directional derivatives, multiple integrals, vector fields, and the integral Prerequisites: MATH 253, and MATH 236 or MATH 260.
theorems of vector calculus. Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
Prerequisites: MATH 136 or MATH 152. MATH 361 Numerical Analysis4 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring. Introduction to the study of accuracy and efficiency of algorithms
MATH 260 Differential Equations3 Credits and numerical computation. Topics include computer representation
Techniques of solving first and second order differential equations, linear of numbers, finite precision arithmetic, truncating errors, iteration
differential equations, and non-homogeneous differential equations, processes, numerical solutions of algebraic and transcendental
including variation of parameters, series solutions, and Laplace transform equations, systems of linear equations, Taylor polynomial approximation,
methods. interpolation, finite differences, numerical integration, and error analysis.
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 136. Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 136.
Terms Typically Offered: Spring. Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
MATH 296 Topics1-3 Credits MATH 362 Fourier Analysis3 Credits
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 15 credit hours. Introduction to continuous and discrete Fourier analysis. Topics include
representation of signals as vectors, matrices, and functions; orthogonal
MATH 301 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers3 Credits
expansions; Fourier series and frequency analysis; thresholding and
Selection of mathematics topics addressing content and standards
compression; Fourier and inverse Fourier transforms; discrete and
for elementary education including problem solving, probability,
inverse discrete Fourier transforms; and cosine transforms.
mathematical standards and current research, technology, and additional
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 136.
review topics. Strong emphasis on written and oral communication.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
Prerequisites: MATH 205 and formal acceptance into the Teacher
Education Program. MATH 365 Mathematical Modeling3 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall, Spring. Bridge between calculus and the application of mathematics.
Investigation of meaningful and practical problems encompassing the
MATH 305 Discovering Geometry3 Credits
disciplines of mathematical sciences, operations research, engineering,
Development of Euclidean Geometry through exploration and inductive
management sciences and life sciences.
reasoning. Basic concepts of proofs are introduced. Topics include
Prerequisites: MATH 136 or MATH 152, and one of the following:
angles and shapes; constructions; perimeter, area, and volume;
MATH 225, MATH 236, MATH 240, MATH 253, MATH 260, or STAT 200.
congruence and similarity conditions; symmetry and tessellations; and
Terms Typically Offered: Spring.
applications of technology. Intended for students seeking elementary
teacher licensure. MATH 366 Methods of Applied Mathematics II3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 301. Treatment of numerical methods used to solve problems in applied
Terms Typically Offered: Fall. mathematics. Topics include iteration; interpolation and cubic splines;
numerical integration and differentiation; numerical linear algebra; and
MATH 310 Number Theory3 Credits
numerical solutions of ordinary and partial differential equations.
Classical number theory including the fundamental theorem of arithmetic,
Prerequisites: MATH 360; and CSCI 110/CSCI 110L or CSCI 111 or
congruences, and linear diophantine equations.
CSCI 130 or CSCI 310.
Prerequisites: MATH 240.
Terms Typically Offered: Spring.
MATH 325 Linear Algebra3 Credits
MATH 369 Discrete Structures I3 Credits
Proof-based treatment of linear algebra. Topics include vector spaces,
Elementary logic, induction, recursion, recurrence relations, sets,
linear transformations, eigenvalues, and orthogonality.
combinatorics, relations, functions, graphs, trees, and elementary
Prerequisites: MATH 225 and MATH 240.
abstract structures.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or MATH 136; and CSCI 110/CSCI 110L or
MATH 340 Ethnomathematics3 Credits CSCI 111 or CSCI 130.
Study of mathematics within cultures, especially small-scale indigenous
MATH 370 Discrete Structures II3 Credits
cultures. Through the lens of culture, students can compare/contrast
Applications of logic, Boolean algebra and computer logic, abstract
mathematics systems, their logical structures, and their modes of
structures, coding theory, finite-state machines, and computability.
expression.
Prerequisites: MATH 369 or both MATH 240 and CSCI 111.
Prerequisites: MATH 240 or MATH 301 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 380 History of Mathematics3 Credits MATH 453 Intro to Real Analysis II3 Credits
History of mathematics from antiquity to the present with emphasis upon Selected topics in advanced real analysis chosen by instructor.
the development of mathematics concepts and the people involved. Prerequisites: MATH 452.
Prerequisites: MATH 152. MATH 460 Advanced Linear Algebra3 Credits
MATH 386 Geometries4 Credits Characteristics and minimal polynomial, Cayley-Hamilton Theorem,
A study of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries. This course invariant subspaces, bilinear forms, primary decomposition theorem, dual
examines the differences in their axiom systems and their models, and vector spaces.
how notions in Euclidean geometry are interpreted in non-Euclidean Prerequisites: MATH 325.
systems. MATH 466 Methods of Applied Mathematics III3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 240. Exploration of advanced methods of applied mathematics, with an
MATH 389 Explorations in Mathematics for Elementary Educators2 emphasis on extending basic methods and concepts, including modeling
Credits applied problems, determining analytical solutions, and implementing
Exploration of diverse topics and fields of mathematics to broaden the numerical methods. Specific content may vary but will typically include
perspectives of future elementary educators. Exposure to and a deeper contemporary techniques in applied mathematics.
understanding of a wide variety of topics will be established through Prerequisites: MATH 366.
directed readings, explorations, and discussions. Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
Prerequisites: MATH 301. MATH 484 Senior Seminar I2 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Spring. An introduction to conducting mathematical research with discussion
MATH 394 Mathematics Colloquium1 Credit of various research topics, including how to read and analyze articles in
A weekly series of talks on a wide range of contemporary mathematics mathematics. Presentations and papers will be required.
will be given by local faculty and others. Students must provide written Prerequisites: MATH 452 or MATH 490 or MATH 366 or STAT 350.
commentary on these talks. MATH 490 Abstract Algebra I3 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Introduction to the theory of algebraic structures. Topics include groups,
MATH 395 Independent Study1-3 Credits subgroups, cyclic groups, groups of permutations, homomorphisms,
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 6 credit hours. isomorphisms, the order of group elements, cosets, quotient structures,
isomorphism theorems and an introduction to rings and fields.
MATH 396 Topics1-3 Credits
Prerequisites: MATH 310.
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 15 credit hours.
MATH 491 Abstract Algebra II3 Credits
MATH 397 Structured Research1-4 Credits
A continuation of MATH 490 Abstract Algebra I. Topics include properties
Mathematical research under the direct guidance of a faculty member.
of rings, subrings, ideals, quotient structures; ring homomorphisms and
Designed for junior and senior level students.
isomorphisms, integral domains, polynomial rings, properties of fields,
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
subfields, field extensions, finite fields and Galois Theory.
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 12 credit hours.
Prerequisites: MATH 490.
MATH 420 Introduction to Topology3 Credits
MATH 492 Senior Capstone3 Credits
Introduction to point set topology. Topics include topological spaces,
Exploration and communication of mathematical ideas and problems
metric spaces, connectedness, compactness, the separation axioms, and
relevant to individual mathematics concentrations by integrating and
the Tychonoff theorem.
extending material covered in mathematics coursework. Investigations
Prerequisites: MATH 310 or MATH 325 or MATH 352.
may also include placing mathematics in historical, applied, professional,
MATH 430 Mathematical Logic3 Credits and social contexts.
Introduction to the classical areas of mathematical logic (model theory, Prerequisites: Senior standing.
proof theory, the theory of computation, complexity theory, and set Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
theory) and the relationships these sub-disciplines have with each
MATH 495 Independent Study1-3 Credits
other and with the foundations of mathematics, computational science,
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 6 credit hours.
computer science, and the philosophy of mathematics.
Prerequisites: MATH 240 or MATH 369. MATH 496 Topics1-3 Credits
Terms Typically Offered: Fall. Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 15 credit hours.
MATH 450 Complex Variables3 Credits MATH 500 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Applied Mathematics3
Algebra of complex numbers, analyticity, differentiation and integration of Credits
complex functions, Cauchy's integral formulae, and series. Introduction to methods and concepts of applied mathematics, including
Prerequisites: MATH 240. differentiation and integration of single and multivariate functions, vector
calculus methods, matrix-vector computations, vector space concepts,
MATH 452 Intro to Real Analysis I3 Credits
and mathematical proofs.
Introduction to real analysis from a general metric space perspective.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Graduate Certificate in Applied
Topics may include point set topology, completeness, compactness,
Mathematics program.
connected sets, sequences, limits of functions, continuity, differentiation,
integration, and sequences of functions.
Prerequisites: MATH 352.
Terms Typically Offered: Fall.
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MATH 510 Applied Probability and Statistics3 Credits

Develop a comprehension of, and an ability to perform, statistical
methods that are most common in educational research. Emphases
on statistical concepts that will further prepare teachers to teach
introductory-level college statistics and critically examine and
comprehend the data analysis in educational literature. Graphing
calculators and computer software may be used to analyze and display
data.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Graduate Certificate in Applied
Mathematics program.
MATH 520 Applied Numerical Methods3 Credits
Exploration of fundamental algorithms and analysis of numerical
methods commonly used by scientists, engineers, and mathematicians
to approximately solve mathematical problems that are analytically
impossible or intractable.
Prerequisites: MATH 500.
MATH 530 Applied Mathematical Modeling3 Credits
Investigation of applications of mathematics in the natural and social
sciences, involving continuous, discrete, and probabilistic models. Survey
of historical applications of mathematics in fields including chemistry,
engineering, finance, ecology, and management; and creation of new
models to address current questions in these fields. Involves model
creation and model selection, analytical and computational methods of
solving a model, and presentation of original work in a seminar setting.
Prerequisites: MATH 500.
MATH 540 Applied Audio and Image Processing3 Credits
Investigation of the mathematics behind the processing of sound waves
and digital images. Both theory and computer-based applications will
be explored, using methods of calculus, matrix-vector algebra, and inner
product spaces.
Prerequisites: MATH 500.
MATH 550 Mathematical Logic and Foundations in Mathematics3 Credits
Study of logical systems, formal languages, satisfaction, deduction,
correctness, completeness, applications to algebraic structures and
orderings, construction of ordinal and cardinal numbers within axiomatic
set theory, models of computation, undecidability, computational
complexity, intractability, and introduction to themes within the
philosophy of mathematics.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Graduate Certificate in Applied
Mathematics program.
MATH 560 Applied Number Theory3 Credits
Applied treatment of number theory including prime numbers,
congruences, quadratic residues and primitive roots.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Graduate Certificate in Applied
Mathematics program.
MATH 570 Applied Cryptography3 Credits
Exploration of cryptography. Topics include number theory, classical
ciphers, integer factorization, primality testing, public-key ciphers, digital
signatures schemes, commitment schemes, elliptic curve methods, and
applications to e-commerce. Additional topics upon student interest.
Prerequisites: MATH 560.
MATH 596 Topics1-3 Credits
Course may be taken multiple times up to maximum of 15 credit hours.