Chad T. Lower Fall 2007 Taught Classes

Fall 2007 - Courses Taught at Pennsylvania College of Technology

Courses are color coded as follows:
Mathematics Statistics

MTH 004 - Pre-Algebra (3) Requisite mathematical foundation skills in preparation for Career Math or Elementary Algebra. Utilizing a graphing calculator, students complete an extensive review of fundamental arithmetic concepts and skills, with a focus on problem solving and an introduction to algebraic representation. Topics include arithmetic operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, and the English System of measurement. Also included are topics from basic geometry and an introduction to linear algebraic equations as well as formulas and other selected topics. The general format includes whole-class instruction (lecturing, questioning, and discussion), collaborative group work and individual activities. Students use a graphing calculator to enhance their thinking and understanding, to solve problems, and to judge the reasonableness of their results. Credits earned in this course may not be used to satisfy any course requirement or be used as electives required in a given program.

MAT 006 - Elementary Algebra II (3) Designed for students with a limited background in algebra, this course prepares students for success in College Algebra and Trigonometry I. Topics include systems of linear equations, polynomial division and special products, factoring, rational expressions, radical expressions, quadratic equations, functions, and application problems. Math study skills are emphasized and reinforced throughout the course. The instructional approach combines lectures and labs and involves active student participation in learning about, discovering, and communicating mathematical concepts. The general format centers on direct whole-class instruction. Other delivery strategies include appropriate, collaborative group activities and individual practice to promote understanding. Multiple approaches and representations are used: verbal, numerical, graphical and symbolic, with sufficient opportunities for students to revisit and extend concepts and applications. Students use technology to enhance their thinking and understanding, to solve problems, and to judge the reasonableness of their results. Credits earned in this course may not be used to satisfy any course requirement or be used as electives required in a given program.

MAT 153 - Topics in Mathematics (3) A general education course for non-mathematics and non-science majors. Topics will include geometry (points, lines, polygons, area, volume, and surface area), matrices, probability (sample spaces, counting techniques, conditional probability, odds), and statistics (measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal distribution, scatter plots). The emphasis is on the interconnections of mathematical concepts.