Course Descriptions at Lakes Region Community College

Course Description - Mathematics

LMAT0610 Math Prep* CL2 L0 CR2

This course provides an extensive review of basic arithmetic and algebra concepts. Topics covered include operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; percent; properties of real numbers; solving linear equations and inequalities; interpreting and solving application problems; graphing linear equations and inequalities; exponents, scientific notation; polynomials, factoring; and measurement in both the U.S. customary and the metric systems. *Credits do not apply to degree requirements.
(Available 1/2012)

LMAT0700 Developmental Math * CL3 L0 CR3

This course provides an extensive review of basic arithmetic concepts as well as development of critical thinking through the solution of applied problems. Topics covered include operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; percent; introduction to personal finance; and measurement in both the U.S. customary and the metric systems. A grade of C or better is required if this course is to be used as a prerequisite for another course. *Credits do not apply to degree requirements.
(Not available after 12/2011)

LMAT0930 Developmental Algebra* Part 1 CL2 L0 CR2

This course is designed to give students a solid foundation in beginning algebraic skills. The course begins with a brief review of pre-algebra skills including operations with fractions, decimals, and percentages, rounding and estimating. Algebra topics include properties of real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, and interpreting and solving application problems. Problem solving and critical thinking skills are emphasized throughout the course. A grade of C or better is required if this course is to be used as a prerequisite. *Credits do not apply to degree requirements.
(Prerequisite: LMAT0700 or competence demonstrated on math placement exam)
(Not available after 12/2011)

LMAT0931 Developmental Algebra* Part 2 CL2 L0 CR2

This course is designed to give students a solid foundation in algebraic skills. The course begins with a brief review of solving linear equations. Algebra topics include graphing linear equations and inequalities, exponents, scientific notation, polynomials, and factoring. Problem solving and critical thinking skills are emphasized throughout the course. A grade of C or better is required if this course is to be used as a prerequisite. *Credits do not apply to degree requirements.
(Prerequisite: LMAT0930 with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam) (Not available after 12/2011)

LMAT1280 Topics in Applied College Math CL4 L0 CR4

This course is designed to expose the student to a wide range of general mathematics. Problem solving and critical thinking skills, along with the use of technology, will be emphasized and reinforced throughout the course as the student becomes actively involved solving applied problems. Topics to be covered include number theory and systems, functions and modeling, finance, geometry and measurement, probability and statistics, and selected subtopics related to the student's major field of study.
(Prerequisite: LMAT1230 with a grade of C- or better or LMAT0931 with a C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.) (9/2010)

LMAT1310 Boolean Algebra CL1 L0 CR1

This course relates principles of Boolean Algebra directly to elementary circuit analysis. It includes an examination of the decimal, octal, binary, and hexadecimal number systems. The use of NOT, AND, OR, XOR, NAND, and NOR in logic statements, as well as in simple circuit analysis, is covered.
(Prerequisite: LMAT0931 or LMAT1230 or LMAT1320 with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)

LMAT1370 Technical algebra and Geometry CL4 L0 CR4

This course is intended for technical students and introduces concepts from algebra, geometry, and trigonometry that will facilitate the solution of applied problems which could be encountered in technical fields. Topics include measurement, absolute and relative error, linear equations, roots, plane and solid geometric figures and their areas/volumes, finding missing dimensions of plane and solid figures, inscribed and circumscribed angles, radian measure, right triangle trigonometry, and an introduction to personal finance.
(Prerequisite: LMAT0931 or LMAT1230 or LMAT1320 with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)

LMAT1420 Essentials of Algebra CL3 L0 CR3

This course includes a study of linear equations and their graphs, linear inequalities, an introduction to functions and their graphs, absolute value equations and inequalities, systems of equations in 2 and 3 variables, operations with polynomials, rational expressions, rational exponents, and an introduction to solving quadratic equations. Also included is basic competency on the T183 graphing calculator. A grade of C or better must be achieved in this class to use it as a prerequisite for a subsequent class.
(Prerequisite: LMAT0931 or LMAT1230 or LMAT1320 with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.) (9/2010)

LMAT2110 College Algebra CL4 L0 CR4

This is a comprehensive course that includes the graphs and solutions of linear, radical and quadratic functions; graphs and solutions of linear, compound, absolute value, and nonlinear inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs; systems of equations in 2 and 3 variables, including solutions using matrices; rational exponents; and an introduction to trigonometry. A grade of C or better must be achieved in this class to use it as a prerequisite for a subsequent class.
(Prerequisite: MAT1420 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam). (9/2010)

LMAT2160 Statistics CL4 L0 CR4

This is a first course in statistics and probability. Analysis of single and bivariate data, algebraic and graphical analysis, sample statistics, probability, probability distributions, sample variability, sample distributions, the Central Limit Theorem, estimation and hypothesis testing, correlation and regression are covered. Emphasis is on applications throughout the course.
(Prerequisite: LMAT1230 or LMAT1420 with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)(9/2010)

LMAT2250 Finite Math CL4 L0 CR4

Topics in this course include linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions; financial formulas such as rate of change, growth, compounding, etc.; the use of matrices and linear programming techniques in solving multi-variable problems; basic set and probability theory with Venn diagrams, and permutation/ combination formula analysis.
(Prerequisite: LMAT1420 or LMAT2100 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)

LMAT2350 Pre-Calculus CL4 L0 CR4

Topics in this course include polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions and their graphs; trigonometry and the unit circle; trigonometric identities; composite and inverse functions; logarithmic and exponential equations; solution of higher degree equations; quadratic, rational, and absolute value inequalities.
(Prerequisite: LMAT2100 or LMAT2110 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)

LMAT2700 Calculus I CL4 L0 CR4

This course is designed for the student who has a strong math background. Included is a brief review of topics from Pre-Calculus. Calculus topics include functions, limits, continuity, slope/rate of change and the derivative, rules for and applications of the derivative, derivatives of trigonometric and logarithmic functions, and an introduction to integrals.
(Prerequisite: LMAT2350 or equivalent with a grade of C or better or competence demonstrated on math placement exam.)

LMAT2710 Calculus II CL4 L0 CR4

This course is designed for the student who has a working knowledge of differentiation. Topics include integration techniques and applications, introduction to multi-variable functions, integrals of transcendental functions, calculus in probability, and an introduction to series and sequences.
(Prerequisite: LMAT2700 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.)

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