Mathematics

To prepare mathematics majors for transfer to a 4-year institution in mathematics or related field (related field to include computer science, engineering science, secondary education, actuarial, or physics).

• Graduates of the program transfer with full junior status to a 4-year institution in mathematics or related field.
• At the end of the first year of transfer, the GPA of graduates transferring to SUNY 4-year institutions will be similar to or better than those of students who were initially enrolled.
• Students will demonstrate awareness of mathematical career opportunities.
• Graduates have completed at least 8 of the 10 SUNY silos of General Education.
• Continuing graduates indicate satisfaction with preparation for continued study.

To prepare mathematics majors to communicate effectively.

• Students of the program will demonstrate the ability to interpret and communicate mathematics orally.
• Students of the program will demonstrate the ability to interpret and communicate mathematics in writing.
• Students will communicate results of scientific inquiry.
• Students will communicate information and ideas clearly in written form using correct structure, grammar, spelling, and organization.

To prepare mathematics majors to demonstrate logical thinking.

• Students will demonstrate an ability to write proofs using rigorous mathematical reasoning.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to solve word problems using rigorous mathematical reasoning.

To prepare mathematics majors to interact effectively with others on a team to reach a common goal.

• Students will be able to work effectively within a group.
• Students will demonstrate openness toward diverse points of view, and draw upon knowledge and experience of others to function as a team member.
• Students will demonstrate skill in negotiating differences and working toward correct solutions.

To prepare mathematics majors to solve problems.

• Students will be able to state a problem correctly, reason analytically to a solution, and interpret the results.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve equations using rigorous mathematical reasoning.
• Students will be able to solve application problems from numerical, graphical and/or analytical perspectives.
• Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how mathematics can be used to analyze real world situations.

To prepare mathematics majors to utilize appropriate technology

• Students will be able to use technology appropriately to solve problems.
• Students will be able to collect and/or analyze data using the appropriate technology.

To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy.

• Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
• Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.

College Seminar is an opportunity for students to develop the skills necessary to improve the chances for success in the college environment. General College procedures, the fundamental notions of time management and study skills, and the specific responsibilities of today's students in a variety of local and global environments are discussed. One or more collaborative projects will be an integral part of the course. Corequisites: The course must be taken in the student's first thirty hours of study. General first year courses would usually be taken at the same time.

English 1 is a composition course. By focusing on several kinds of writing--self expressive, informative, argumentative/persuasive, and others--it teaches the student to produce the clear, correct and effective prose required in a wide variety of professions and occupations. Class meetings are a blend of lecture and discussion with frequent in-class writing activities. Conferences may be required. Readings are studied as models of good writing and for the ideas they contain. There are eight writing assignments altogether, including an in-class essay, a research-based assignment, and a business writing assignment. Prerequisites: Appropriate evaluation on the placement test writing sample, or successful completion of EN099 Introduction to College English, or successful completion of SL116 ESL4 Advanced Composition, or permission of Humanities Department Head or course instructor.

This course introduces the nature and study of history, and covers the emergence and development of Eurasian civilization to about 1500 A.D. in the Near East, India, China, Europe, the Western Hemisphere, and Africa. Attention is given to religion in these civilizations and on the rise of the West to a position of world power during the Middle Ages.

This course prepares students for calculus through a study of the properties and graphs of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Topics include an introduction to mathematical argument and conic sections. Emphasis is placed on the function concept and the appropriate use of the language of mathematics. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA125 College Algebra & Trigonometry.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course seeks to deepen the students' understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in both imaginative literature and a full-length book of non-fiction. To this end, students use and develop critical thinking and language skills. They do so mainly in their attempts to raise and answer questions in their readings, discussions, and expository writing tasks, which may include exploratory writing, an academic journal, reports and essays. A library-oriented research project is required. Prerequisite: EN101 English 1: Composition or EN105 English Composition for Speakers of Other Languages

This course is concerned with civilizations and their influences on each other in the modern world. It traces the rise of the West to a position of world dominance and its impact on non-Western societies. Emphasis is placed on the major forces that have shaped the contemporary world - industrialization, urbanization, nationalism, militarism, imperialism, democracy, and communism.

This is the first in a sequence of three courses in analytic geometry and calculus for students intending to transfer to programs requiring a thorough background in calculus. Topics include limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, and indefinite and definite integration. Applications are included. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA150 Precalculus.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This is the second in a sequence of three courses in calculus for students intending to transfer to programs requiring a thorough background in calculus. Topics include the integration of trigonometric functions, the differentiation and integration of the logarithmic, exponential, and inverse trigonometric functions, further techniques in integration, L'Hopital's Rule, improper integrals, and infinite series. Applications are included. Prerequisite: MA151 Calculus 1.

This course introduces mathematical systems. Topics include methods of proof, sets, logic, functions, relations, graphs, trees, and algebraic systems. Prerequisite: MA151 Calculus 1. (Fall Semester only)

The 9 hours of restricted electives provide the oppurtunity for the student to pursue courses that are related to his/her career objectives or transfer requirements. However, care should be taken to avoid specialized courses such as keyboarding, welding, Introduction to PC, Machining courses, Insurance, etc. One elective could be a second year course to follow up on one of the required social science electives, or a mathematics course such as MA110 or MA260. In some cases it might be desirable for the student to take a year sequence in Literature, Accounting, Lab. Science, Computer Science, or Psychology.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course begins with geometric concepts and transitions to more abstract reasoning. Topics include systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, bases, linear transformations, eigenvalues, and inner products. Prerequisite: MA152 Calculus 2. (Spring Semester only)

This is the third in a sequence of three courses in calculus for students intending to transfer to programs requiring a thorough background in calculus. Topics include polar and space coordinates, multiple integration, partial differentiation, and the algebra and calculus of vectors. Applications are included. Prerequisite: MA152 Calculus 2.

The 9 hours of restricted electives provide the oppurtunity for the student to pursue courses that are related to his/her career objectives or transfer requirements. However, care should be taken to avoid specialized courses such as keyboarding, welding, Introduction to PC, Machining courses, Insurance, etc. One elective could be a second year course to follow up on one of the required social science electives, or a mathematics course such as MA110 or MA260. In some cases it might be desirable for the student to take a year sequence in Literature, Accounting, Lab. Science, Computer Science, or Psychology.

The 9 hours of restricted electives provide the oppurtunity for the student to pursue courses that are related to his/her career objectives or transfer requirements. However, care should be taken to avoid specialized courses such as keyboarding, welding, Introduction to PC, Machining courses, Insurance, etc. One elective could be a second year course to follow up on one of the required social science electives, or a mathematics course such as MA110 or MA260. In some cases it might be desirable for the student to take a year sequence in Literature, Accounting, Lab. Science, Computer Science, or Psychology.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.