College Math

“The book of nature is written by the hand of God in the language of mathematics.” ~Galileo

About This Course

Course Name/Code: College Mathematics, ASMA 103
Catalog Description: Designed to equip the student with mathematical reasoning skills and to introduce the student to a diversity of mathematical areas. Topics will include problem solving, set theory, logic, data interpretation, the real number system, introduction to algebra, functions, and an introduction to geometry.
*Prerequisites:   This class is not open to students who have previously obtained a waiver of three mathematics credits of the general education requirements or have been awarded three credits by CLEP examination.
Credits/Hours: 3

Instructors and Texts

Instructors Who Teach This Course: Mr. Melvin Cacayorin
Required Text(s) Students must purchase and possess the required text(s) by the first day of class. Order early:

  • Blitzer, Robert. Thinking Mathematically. 4th Edition
    • ISBN 10- 0-13-175204-9
    • ISBN 13- 978-0-13-175204-7
  • This book is also available in an e-version
    • ISBN 10- 0321646193
    • ISBN 13- 9780321646194
  • You can purchase your textbook from wherever you can find it cheapest (i.e. Amazon, Half Books.) or you can purchase it from MBS Direct at certain times of the year.

Course Workload Preview

The following preview of anticipated course workload is subject to instructor change.

  • Complete the weekly homework assignments.
  • Take six tests and one final exam with a approved proctor.
  • Watch the Powerpoint presentations on the LMS.

* = Planning to complete a Maranatha degree? Then. . .

  • Make sure you follow course prerequisites exactly.
  • Make sure you're taking courses that fulfill the Biblical Studies and General Studies Cores requirements and the requirements of your anticipated major (check catalog). Some test-out options are available for Core courses. 

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