The Mathematics Certificate is a 10–12 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

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Credit for Prior Learning Available

Intermediate Algebra W/Apps (10804118)

4.00

This course offers algebra content with applications. Topics include properties of real numbers, order of operations, algebraic solution for linear equations and inequalities, operations with polynomial and rational expressions, operations with rational exponents and radicals, algebra of inverse, logarithmic and exponential functions. Keywords: Algebra 2, Algebra, Algebra with apps, Inter algebra

NTC Assessments Offered:

Introductory Statistics (10804189)

3.00

Students taking Introductory Statistics display data with graphs, describe distributions with numbers, perform correlation and regression analyses and design experiments. They use probability and distributions to make predictions, estimate parameters and test hypotheses. They draw inferences about relationships including ANOVA. Keywords: Stats, Intro to Stats, Data

Conditions

Student has completed any of the following course(s): MATH 10804107 - College Mathematics, MATH 10804118 - Intermediate Algebra W/Apps, MATH 10804123 - Math W Business Apps, MATH 10804133 - Math & Logic, MATH 10804195 - College Algebra W/Apps, MATH 10804198 - Calculus 1

National Exams Accepted:
  • AP Statistics

College Algebra W/Apps (10804195)

3.00

This course covers those skills needed for success in Calculus and many application areas on a baccalaureate level. Topics include the real and complex number systems, polynomials, exponents, radicals, solving equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities (linear and nonlinear), matrices, graphing, conic sections, sequences and series, combinatories and the binomial theorem. Keywords: Algebra with apps, Algebra, College algebra

Conditions

Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 10804118 - Intermediate Algebra W/Apps

NTC Assessments Offered:
National Exams Accepted:
  • CLEP® College Algebra
  • AP Precalculus

Trigonometry W/Apps (10804196)

3.00

Topics include circular functions, graphing of trigonometry functions, identities, equations, trigonometric functions of angles, inverse functions, solutions of triangles complex numbers, De Moivre's Theorem, polar coordinates and vectors.Keywords:Trig, Trig with apps, Trigonomentry

Conditions

Student has completed any of the following course(s): MATH 10804118 - Intermediate Algebra W/Apps, MATH 10804195 - College Algebra W/Apps

NTC Assessments Offered:

Calculus 1 (10804198)

4.00

Analyze and graph algebraic expressions, especially conic sections. Develop an intuitive understanding of limits, derivatives and integrals. Apply the derivative and the integral to certain physical problems. Keywords: Calc, Calc 1

Conditions

Student has completed all of the following course(s): MATH 10804195 - College Algebra W/Apps

National Exams Accepted:
  • AP Calculus AB
  • AP Calculus BC

Calculus 2 (10804199)

4.00

Develop an understanding of various techniques for evaluating definite and indefinite integrals. Apply integration to solve problems involving area, volume, work and force, moments and center of mass. Explore improper integrals, sequences and series, power series, and Taylor’s formula.

Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

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