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Tutorial Mathematics (AS)

Associate of Science

The Tutorial Mathematics degree program offers students a comprehensive exploration of the essence and purpose of mathematics, emphasizing systematic reasoning that stems from core definitions and principles to reach essential conclusions. Through this program, students gain mastery of course topics, critical thinking skills and the ability to articulate mathematics both written and verbally. 

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Program Facts

Program Format

On Campus

Academic Term

Spring, Summer and Fall semesters

Number of Credits

60 hours

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Sample Courses

MH113 Precalculus Algebra 

3 Credits

This course includes linear functions and relations; linear functions and graphs; quadratic functions (parabolas); polynomial functions; rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; the binomial theorem; and systems of nonlinear equations. No credit is allowed for this course if a student has previous credit in Precalculus or higher mathematics course. Prerequisites: “C” or higher in MH101, an ACT math sub-score of 20 or higher or other appropriate standardized test scores. 

MH114 Precalculus Trigonometry  

3 Credits

Includes angles and their measures, trigonometric functions and their inverses, trigonometric identities and trigonometric equations. The Law of Sines and Cosines, polar coordinates, vectors and applications of vectors, complex numbers and nth roots of a complex number, DeMoivre’s Theorem and polar coordinates are also included. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or higher in MH113 or appropriate standardized test score. A student who has received previous credit in a trigonometry or higher mathematics course is not eligible to enroll in MH114. 

MH121 Calculus I 

4 Credits

Topics include the limit of a function, the derivative of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and the definite integral and its basic applications to area problems. Applications of the derivative are covered in detail, including approximations of error using differentials, maximum and minimum problems, and curve sketching using calculus. Three lecture and two computer laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: “C” or higher in MH114 or the equivalent.  

Career Outlook

Tutorial Mathematics degree program graduates often find employment at franchise math help centers and at university and community college mathematics learning centers, and as home school tutors, online tutors, math teacher’s aides and mathematical advisors to production employees. 

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