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3.00 Credits
This course is designed primarily for engineering, computer science and math students planning to transfer to four-year institutions. The topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vectors, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and applications.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Perform matrix operations including addition, multiplication and finding the inverse. Solve systems of linear equations using matrix methods. Find the value of determinants using the methods of cofactors. Solve systems of linear equations using determinants and Cramer's Rule. Perform vector arithmetic in two space and three space. Determine whether a set with the operations of addition and scalar multiplication forms a vector space. Determine a basis for a vector space. Use linear transformations to map vectors from one vector space into another. Find the eigenvalues of a matrix. Apply linear algebra to the solution of problems in mathematics.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: MAT 161.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to give students a tool as well as a language in which they can better understand and analyze the data with which they work and make decisions based on their analyses. It will employ algebra in deriving measures of central tendency and variability for various discrete and continuous distributions and will include the study of the following additional topics: descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, The Central Limit Theorem, the Normal Distribution and its applications, sampling distributions, hypotheses testing, interval and point estimations of population parameters, the Chi-square test with contingency tables, linear correlation and regression, analysis of variance, non-parametric statistics, and applications of statistics in various disciplines. NOTE: Pre-requisite requires a grade of 'C' or higher. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Recognize the role of statistics in critical thinking and its applications using descriptive and inferential statistics. Use statistical measures of central tendency and statistical measures of variability to describe, represent and analyze data. Solve problems with bivariate data using scatter diagrams, correlation, and Least-Squares Regression. Solve problems involving the Normal Probability Distribution. Solve problems involving sampling distributions. Solve problems in statistical inference concerned with confidence intervals, minimum sample size determination, goodness of fit tests, and tests for independence and homogeneity. Test hypotheses for one, two, and three or more samples. Compute and interpret nonparametric tests. Use a software package to solve problems in the competencies covered.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: MAT 121 or MAT 151 or MAT 152 or MAT 160 or MAT 161 or MAT 200 or MAT 230 or MAT 260 or MAT 261 with a grade of C or better.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts involved in mathematical proofs. Topics covered include the use of logic, quantifiers, set theory, relations and functions, and proof techniques and applications. This course is intended for mathematics and some computer science majors. NOTE: Pre-requisite requires a grade of 'C' or higher. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Use the basic concepts of symbolic logic. Work with quantifiers. Apply the basic principles of set theory. Recognize and use valid proof techniques. Recognize and use the properties of relations and functions. Apply proof techniques.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: MAT 161 with a grade of C or better.
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4.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of Calculus II, MAT 161, and is designed for students in the fields of mathematics, science and engineering. It includes vectors in two- and three-dimensional space, vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, multiple integration, and vector analysis. Calculus III is an appropriate math selection for students interested in STEM careers and may also be applied to most other majors. NOTE: Pre-requisite requires a grade of 'C' or higher. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Use vectors to solve 2-space and 3-space geometrical problems. Use vector-valued functions to describe motion in space. Find partial derivatives of functions of two or more variables. Use partial differentiation to solve applied problems. Evaluate multiple integrals. Use multiple integrals to solve applied problems. Use techniques of vector analysis.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: MAT 161 with a grade of C or better.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for students in the fields of science and engineering. It includes first-order differential equations, linear higher-order differential equations, applications, systems of equations, Laplace transformation, series and approximate solutions. It is a required course for students majoring in engineering and may be elected by students in Liberal Arts, Business Administration and Science. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Solve first-order differential equations. Solve linear higher order differential equations. Use differential equations to solve applied problems. Solve systems of differential equations. Use Laplace transformations to solve differential equations. Solve differential equations by use of series. Find approximate solutions by use of numerical methods.
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Prerequisite: MAT 161 with a grade of C or better.
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2.00 Credits
This course teaches the police candidate the role of a police officer in the community. It defines police power and authority, the potential impact of its misuse on the community as well as social control. Understanding the function of the police within the context of the United States Constitution will also be addressed. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Explicate the social control of police behavior. Describe and apply principles of police discretionary conduct. Analyze and describe the role of personal and professional conduct. Describe the place of police in our society. Show the relationship of police conduct to an ethical code. Detail the difference between civil and criminal behavior. Describe the role of public and community relations in police work. Delineate the role of law and administration of law in our society. Depict penology in Pennsylvania.
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Prerequisite: NONE New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration. Visiting students may submit college transcript.
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4.00 Credits
This course teaches appropriate skills for the maintenance of mental and physical well-being and appropriate professional standards of conduct. It provides relevant theory and instruction numerous areas such as the elements of physical fitness and its relationship to police work. Moreover, the physical and psychological benefits of physical fitness and the importance of establishing a healthy lifestyle in specific areas of physical training, nutrition and weight control will also be addressed.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Identify the use of force continuum and explain its levels, constraints and cues. Identify circumstances where use of non-deadly force is authorized by law. Identify circumstances where use of deadly force is authorized by law. Demonstrate techniques used to subdue persons using locks, grips, holds, etc. Describe stress-inducing situations that can affect the conduct of individual police officers. Depict police leadership traits and techniques. Analyze psychological barriers to confrontation by police of their own emotional and psychological problems. Describe the effect on an officer's emotional state when exercising police power and authority. Demonstrate physical conditioning by performing push-ups, sit-ups, and a mile and one-half run, weight-lifting and sit-and-reach exercises.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: NONE New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration. Visiting students may submit college transcript.
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3.00 Credits
This course teaches the police officer candidate to recognize and cite Pennsylvania criminal statutes, the rules of criminal procedures and applicable Constitutional provisions. Distinctions between criminal and civil law, federal, state and local statutes will be thoroughly addressed. In addition, topics of discussion will include, but will not be limited to, understanding the basic laws and rules that govern the power, authority, and jurisdiction of police officers in Pennsylvania.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Analyze the US. and Pennsylvania Constitution provisions that provide the legal basis for the exercise of police power. Provide the legal basis for the exercise of police power. Recognize and cite provisions of Pennsylvania statutes that define criminal conduct. Apply rules and statutory provisions for arrest, search warrants, electronic surveillance and bail.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: NONE New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration. Visiting students may submit college transcript.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of Law and Procedures I which teaches the police officer candidate to recognize and cite Pennsylvania criminal statute, the rules of criminal procedures and applicable Constitutional provisions. Instruction in this course will be on theory and skills associated with the significant steps in the arrest, post-arrest, pretrial, trial and post-trial processes.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Recognize and cite provisions of the Mental Health Act, Protection from Abuse Act, Liquor Control Act, and Crime Victims Compensation Act. Identify major provisions of the Controlled Substance Act pertinent to their enforcement capacity. Identify the major provisions of the cell phone laws. Recognize provisions of environmental laws, safety concerns, and jurisdictional issues. Identify circumstances when a search incident to arrest is authorized. Describe a suppression hearing. Identify ethical considerations in search and seizure. Identify consequences of conducting an unlawful search. Define the legal requirements to search a person, house, etc. Define a lawful frisk.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: MPT 102.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the student with relevant theory and skills in analyzing the provisions of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code and decisions of operating under the influence detection. Sources of standards for armed pedestrian behavior and the function of law enforcement within the context of the highway transportation system will be defined.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Apply appropriate provisions of the Motor Vehicle Code to specific factual situations. Demonstrate procedures for breath, urine and/or chemical tests to determine the presence of alcohol or controlled substances. Differentiate applicable provisions of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code and the Criminal Code. Detail the role of PennDOT and traffic safety enforcement. Cite provisions of the Motor Vehicle Code for issuing citations and arresting individuals for code violations.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: NONE New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration. Visiting students may submit college transcript.
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