2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Course Numbers
In fall 2004, West Texas A&M University changed from a three-digit numbering scheme to a four-digit numbering system, known as the Texas Common Course Numbering System (TCCNS). The four-digit numbers are identified as:
- First digit identifies the level (1 = freshman, 2 = sophomore, 3 = junior, 4 = senior, 5 = stacked undergraduate/masters, 6 = masters, 7 = masters/doctoral, 8 = doctoral);
- Second digit identifies the credit-hour value; and
- Third and fourth digits establish the course sequence or type of course.
0001–0999—developmental courses, do not count toward degree.
1000–2999—primarily freshman and sophomore courses.
3000–4999—open to students who have completed at least 30 hours and any prerequisite.
5000–5999—graduate level stacked with undergraduate.
6000–6999—master’s level.
7000–7999—master’s/doctoral level.
8000–8999—doctoral students only.
NOTE: Students who have taken undergraduate “stacked” courses at WTAMU that have a graduate component cannot take the graduate course if they have already received credit for the corresponding undergraduate course.
Course Prefix
The course prefix indicates the assigned WTAMU course abbreviation and course number; e.g., ACCT 2301.
Course Abbreviation and Number in Brackets
A course abbreviation (prefix) and number in brackets indicates the corresponding common course number, established by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, if the common course number and/or prefix is different from the WTAMU number; e.g., [GOVT 1310].
Field-of-Study Curriculum (FOSC)
Field-of-study curriculum is a set of courses that satisfy lower-division requirements for a bachelor’s degree in a specific academic area. All public four-year institutions of higher education are required to accept Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board-approved field-of-study courses. Field-of-study curriculum is indicated with the abbreviation “FOSC” within the brackets indicating the common course number of a course; e.g., [MUSI 1181, 1182; FOSC].
Numbers
The numbers indicate semester credit hours, lecture clock hours per week and lab clock hours per week; e.g., 3 3 0 indicates three semester credit hours, three clock hours of lecture per week and zero clock hours of lab per week.
(HAZ)
Courses marked with (HAZ) may require the use of hazardous chemicals and/or equipment. To participate in these classes, an online “Student Laboratory Safety Training” is required and assigned through WTClass upon registration for the class. By registering for the class, the student agrees to
- Complete the assigned training by no later than 12th class day for fall/spring terms or 5th class day for summer terms; and
- Acknowledge non-participation in activities if not completed by 18th class day for fall/spring terms; 10th class day for summer terms.
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Mathematics (Offered through the Department of Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics.) |
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MATH 0020 - Beginning Algebra Review (NCBO)
0 0 0
Prerequisite(s): Score of 331 or above on the Mathematics TSI Exam. A non-course based option for review of Beginning Algebra. Individualezed diagnostic based review prepares students to retake the TSI Mathematics Assessment if necessary and prepare students to be successful in Intermediate Algebra. No grade will be assigned. $50 All semesters.
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MATH 0030 - Intermediate Algebra Review (NCBO)
0 0 0
Prerequisite(s): Score of 347 or above on the Mathematics TSI Exam. Non-course based review of Intermediate Algebra. Prepares students to retake the TSI Mathematics Assessment if necessary and prepares students to be successful in a core level mathematics class. No grade will be assigned. $50. All semesters.
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MATH 0302 - Beginning Algebra
3 2 2
Prerequisite(s): test score guidelines of 335 or less on the Mathematics TSI exam. Real numbers, equations, inequalities, problem solving, basic graphing, exponents and polynomials at a beginning-algebra level. Course serves as preparation for MATH 0303 . May not be counted toward baccalaureate degree requirements. Course fee $10. Fall, spring.
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MATH 0303 - Intermediate Algebra
3 2 2
Prerequisite(s): MATH 0302 , score of 336-349 on the Mathematics TSI exam. Real numbers, equations, inequalities, problem solving, graphing, exponents, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and radicals at an intermediate algebra level. Course serves as preparation for MATH 1314 , MATH 1332 , or MATH 1324 . Intended for students who did not have Algebra I and II in high school. May not be counted toward baccalaureate degree requirements. Course fee $10. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1314 - College Algebra
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 0303 , TSI Math Exemption, or score of 350 or higher on the Mathematics TSI exam. Relations, functions, equations and inequalities, exponents and radicals, logarithms, binomial theorem and probability. Course fee $10. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1316 - Plane Trigonometry
3 3 0
Prerequisite or concurrent: MATH 1314 or MATH 1324 . Trigonometric functions, identities, trigonometric equations, logarithms and inverse trigonometric functions. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1324 - Mathematics for Business and Economics I
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 0303 , TSI Math Exemption, or score of 350 or higher on the Mathematics TSI exam. Linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, systems of equations, functions and graphs, mathematics of finance, probability, exponents and logarithms. Course fee $10. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1325 - Mathematics for Business and Economics II
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314 or MATH 1324 . Derivatives, curve sketching and optimization, techniques of derivatives, logarithmic and exponential functions with applications, techniques and applications of integrals. Course fee $10. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1332 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 0303 , TSI Math Exemption, or score of 350 or higher on the Mathematics TSI exam. Practical applications of mathematics with a goal of mathematical literacy. Emphasis on problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with topics that include mathematics of finance, compound interest, annuities and amortizations; counting principles with application to probability; statistical reasoning, modeling using linear, quadratic and exponential regression; advanced applications of geometry and algebraic models; voting methods. Course fee $10.
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MATH 1350 - Fundamentals of Math I
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314 , MATH 1324 or MATH 1332 . Elementary concepts of sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory and properties of natural numbers, integers, rational and real number systems with emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Designed primarily for elementary and middle school teacher certification. Fall, spring.
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MATH 1351 - Fundamentals of Math II
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1350 . Elementary concepts of geometry, probability and statistics, as well as applications of algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Designed primarily for elementary and middle school teacher certification. Fall, spring.
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MATH 2321 - Discrete Structures I Same as CS 2321 .
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1316 or MATH 2412 . Introduction of the foundations of discrete mathematics as they apply to computer science, focusing on providing a solid theoretical foundation for further work. Topics include functions, relations, sets, simple proof techniques, Boolean algebra, propositional logic, digital logic, elementary number theory and the fundamentals of counting. Spring.
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MATH 2322 - Discrete Structures II Same as CS 2322 .
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): CS 2321 or MATH 2321 . Continuation of the discussion of discrete mathematics introduced in CS 2321 or MATH 2321 . Topics include predicate logic, recurrence relations, graphs, trees, matrices, computational complexity, elementary computability and discrete probability. Spring.
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MATH 2412 - Pre-Calculus Math
4 4 0
Prerequisite(s): ACT score of 24 or SAT 560 or above on math section or MATH 1314 or MATH 1324 . Coverage of algebraic and trigonometric concepts necessary for calculus. Fall, spring.
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MATH 2413 - Calculus I
4 4 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1316 , MATH 2412 , or ACT score of 27 or SAT 620 or above on math section. Limits, continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of derivative, differentials, indefinite and definite integrals. Fall, spring.
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MATH 2414 - Calculus II
4 4 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2413 . Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions, techniques of integration and applications, infinite series, power series. Fall, spring.
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MATH 3305 - Elementary/Middle School Mathematics and Technology
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1351 . Application and use of technology especially computers and calculators in elementary and middle school mathematics. Emphasis on informal geometry, pre-algebra, algebra, number theory, statistics and probability. Designed primarily for elementary and middle school teacher certification. Fall, spring.
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MATH 3306 - Secondary Mathematics and Technology
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2413 . Application and use of technology especially computers and graphing calculators in secondary mathematics. Emphasis on algebra, trigonometry, analytic geometry, probability, statistics, geometric constructions and basic calculus. Designed primarily for middle school and secondary teacher certification. Spring.
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MATH 3311 - Linear Algebra
3 2 2
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 . Matrix operations, vector spaces, linear transformations and the algebra of polynomials. Fall.
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MATH 3321 - Probability
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 . Permutations, combinations, discrete probability, discrete and continuous distributions. Spring of even years.
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MATH 3325 - Introduction to Proofs
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to higher mathematics through use of proofs. Includes theory of sets, relations, functions, and elementary properties of the real number system developed rigorously with propositional and predicted logic. Further topics from number theory, algebra, real analysis and topology. Fall.
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MATH 3331 - Secondary Principles in Geometry
3 2 2
Prerequisite(s): high school geometry, MATH 1316 or MATH 2412 . Designed primarily for middle school and secondary teacher certification in mathematics with emphasis on geometry as an axiomatic system. Inductive and deductive reasoning, nature of mathematical definitions, methods of problem solving and mathematical argument/proof emphasized. Fall, spring.
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MATH 3340 - Calculus III
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 . Partial derivatives, functions of several variables, multiple integration, vector analysis, line integrals. Spring.
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MATH 3342 - Differential Equations I [MATH 2320]
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 . A grade of “C” or better in MATH 2414 is strongly recommended. Techniques of solving first-order and nth-order linear differential equations, applications of first- and second-order differential equations and Laplace transforms, Fourier series, and partial differential equations. Fall, spring.
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MATH 3343 - Differential Equations II
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3342 . Power series solutions, systems of linear differential equations, numerical methods, Fourier series, boundary value problems and basic partial differential equations. Spring.
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MATH 3360 - Statistical Methods [MATH 2342]
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314 . Descriptive statistics, combinatorics, probability, statistical inference, regression and analysis of variance. Fall.
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MATH 4095 - Problems in Mathematics
1-6 0 0
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of instructor. Selected individual problems to be focused on a specific area in math. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of six hours. Fall.
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MATH 4103 - Seminar in Math
1 1 1
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and mathematics major. Intended to provide mathematics majors with experience in professional presentations. Group discussion and oral and written presentations on current topics in mathematics or a related field. Career orientation and development of professional resumé will also be completed in this course. Spring.
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MATH 4310 - Modern Algebra with Cryptography
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3325 . Introduction to theoretical properties of formal systems such as groups, rings and fields with applications in mathematical cryptography. Spring.
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MATH 4340 - Complex Variables I
3 3 0
Prerequisite or concurrent: Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in MATH 3340 . Complex numbers, analytic functions, elementary functions, complex series and integration. Fall of odd years.
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MATH 4341 - Advanced Calculus
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 3325 . Functions and relations, limits of functions and sequences, continuity and uniform continuity, differentiability and the Rieman integral. Spring.
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MATH 4361 - Statistics for the Sciences
3 3 0
Probability, sampling distributions, decision functions, estimation and testing, analysis of variance and regression. Spring of odd years.
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MATH 4362 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 and knowledge of a programming language. Analysis of convergence and errors; derivation and applications of numerical techniques; numerical differentiation and integration; solution of linear systems. Material will be supplemented by computer solutions. Fall of even years.
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MATH 4370 - Senior Investigations
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): Senior status and consent of instructor. Advanced work in the student’s major area, including exposure to research, literature and senior presentation.
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MATH 4390 - Understanding Mathematical Principles
3 3 0
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1351 , MATH 2413 , MATH 3305 or MATH 3306 , MATH 3331 or consent of instructor. Advanced problem solving for middle school mathematics teacher certification. Critical thinking and reasoning skills emphasized. Fall.
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MATH 4395 - Problems
3 0-3 0
May be repeated for a total of six semester hours when subject varies.
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