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MATH 81Technical Mathematics I

3 credits · Mathematics · Penn State

Math 81 is the first course in an applied mathematics sequence. The course includes a review of algebra, study of functions, study of systems of linear equations, and an introduction to trigonometry. It addresses the needs of engineering technology majors, and emphasizes technology and applications.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

None listed in the catalog.

Counts toward

General education

Quantification (GQ)

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

Suggested plans most often put it in Year 1 · Fall (1 program).

Required in (1)

  • Mining Technology, A.S.

One of the options in (8)

  • Electrical Engineering Technology, A.ENGT. (Behrend)
  • Electrical Engineering Technology, A.ENGT. (Engineering)
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, B.S.
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.ENGT. (Behrend)
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology, A.ENGT. (Engineering)
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology, B.S. (Behrend)
  • Medical Laboratory Technology, A.S.
  • Sustainability, Society, and Environmental Geography, B.A.
What it opens up

Courses that list MATH 81 as a prerequisite (7)

  • CMPET 5 Engineering Methods in Engineering Technology
  • EGT 119 Introduction to CAD for Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • ESC 211 Material, Safety and Equipment Overview for Nanotechnology
  • MATH 82 Technical Mathematics II
  • MET 111 Mechanics for Technology: Statics
  • MET 213 Strength and Properties of Materials
  • PHYS 250 Introductory Physics I