UW Tacoma Math Directed Self Placement

For University of Washington Tacoma students only

Welcome to the Math Directed Self Placement!

You will be asked a series of questions about your previous math courses, the grades you earned, and your overall comfort level with math. Please take your time and answer each question honestly and carefully. The more accurate your responses, the better we can help you identify the math course that’s the best fit for your success at UW Tacoma.

The goal of this process is to ensure you are placed in a math class where you can learn effectively and confidently succeed.

Important: Please read each question and instruction carefully — avoid skimming!

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Student Information

Name:
Student ID Number:
UW Email:
Class Standing:

Major 1:

UW Tacoma Majors

Below are the UW Tacoma majors that require one or more math courses. Take a few moments to read through them and pick out the major(s) that you are interested in pursuing.

Group 1	Group 2
Business Administration: Accounting Finance Management Marketing General Business Criminal Justice Environmental Sustainability Psychology Social Welfare	Biomedical Science Computer Science Computer Engineering Civil Engineering Economics and Policy Analysis Electrical Engineering Environmental Science Information Technology Mathematics Mechanical Engineering

Which majors are you interested in?

Group 1

Group 2

My intended major is not listed

Education Major

Are you interested in Education major at UW Tacoma?

Education Major

Are you interested in Education major at UW Tacoma?

Yes

No

You indicated you are interested in the Education major at UW Tacoma.

The math courses below are required for the major (which you do not need to take the Math DSP for these math courses):

If you have questions regarding those math courses, please make sure to contact your academic advisor for more information.

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No math course is required.

Looks like the major you are interested in may not require any math. Please check the UW Tacoma majors website for more information.

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Group 1

The major you are interested in requires you to take a course in Statistics. Options at UWT include:

TMATH 110: Introductory to Statistics with Applications
T URB 225: Statistics for Urban Analysis (no Math DSP needed)
TSOCWF 351: Applied Statistics for Social and Human Services (no Math DSP needed)

Please work with your academic advisor to learn more information about these math courses.

Group 2

The majors you are interested in requires you to take one or more of the following math classes:

TMATH 110: Introductory to Statistics with Applications
TMATH 115: Precalculus Sequence I or TMATH 116: Precalculus Sequence II (precalculus for 2 quarters)
TMATH 120: Precalculus
TMATH 124: Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

Please work with your academic advisor to learn more information about these math courses.

Math History

Now you will be answering some questions regarding your math history. Please read carefully and answer truthfully for accurate placement.

Have you received college credit for one of the following math courses at a different college/university? This would include Running Start and College in the High School (CiHS) but not the AP/IB exam.

Intermediate Algebra
Statistics
Precalculus
Calculus

Math History

Now you will be answering some questions regarding your math history. Please read carefully and answer truthfully for accurate placement.

Have you received college credit for one of the following math courses at a different college/university? This would include Running Start and College in the High School (CiHS) but not the AP/IB exam.

Intermediate Algebra
Statistics
Precalculus
Calculus

Yes, I passed the class with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

Yes, but I did not pass the class with a 2.0 or higher.

No, I did not take any college level math class.

College Credit

Some math classes from other universities and colleges can be used for placement. They typically have titles that include the words "Intermediate Algebra," "Statistics," "Precalculus," or "Calculus" in the titles. Have you taken a course like this? This does not include high school level math courses.

College Credit

Some math classes from other universities and colleges can be used for placement. They typically have titles that include the words "Intermediate Algebra," "Statistics," "Precalculus," or "Calculus" in the titles. Have you taken a course like this? This does not include high school level math courses.

Yes

No

AP or IB Credit

Did you pass the exam in AP Calculus or IB Mathematics?

AP test score: 2 or higher
IB test score: 4 or higher

AP or IB Credit

Did you pass the exam in AP Calculus or IB Mathematics?

AP test score: 2 or higher
IB test score: 4 or higher

Yes, I passed the AP Calculus exam.

Yes, I passed the IB Mathematics exam.

No, I did not pass or I did not take the exam.

I took the AP/IB test and waiting for my AP scores.

Transfer Credit

It looks like you may have received college credit for completing either a college level math course or passing either the AP Calculus or IB Mathematics Exam.

You are welcome to talk to your academic advisor about any AP/IB math scores, transfer credits and/or, college level math course(s) that you may have taken at a different college/university.

Precalculus in High School

Have you taken precalculus in high school?

Precalculus in High School

Have you taken precalculus in high school?

Yes I have taken Precalculus.

No, I took another math class (e.g. Algebra 3-4, Trigonometry, Bridge to College Math, etc.)

How long ago did you take the Precalculus class?

Less than 6 months

6 months to 2 years ago

More than 2 years ago

What grade did you receive in the class?

B or higher

C to B

C- or lower

Thank you for letting us know more about your math history!

Based on the information you have provided us, TMATH 109 is the best course placement for you.

Please continue on to the next section to see the information regarding TMATH 109.

Thank you for letting us know more about your math history!

One of the following course placements may be right for you to start at based on the information you have provided us:

Additional information about each course will be provided to help you decide which course may be the best placement for you.

TMATH 109: Financial & Mathematics Foundations

Intermediate algebra (college level) is equivalent to third semester of high school algebra, and is a prerequisite for Statistics (TMATH 110) or any other 100 level math course. Topics include introduction to functions; linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions, and their applications; systems of linear equations and inequalities and their applications; rational exponents and radicals.

Please note:

These following math courses are offered at UW Tacoma:

TMATH 109: Financial & Mathematical Foundations
TMATH 171: Mathematics for Teachers I: Number Systems and Algebraic Concepts (no Math DSP needed)
TMATH 172: Mathematics for Teachers II: Statistics and Modeling (no Math DSP needed)

Please work with your academic advisor for more information regarding these math courses.

TMATH 109 problems:

Please work on the math problems and see if you are able to solve all the problems correctly: Math problems from TMATH 109

How do I determine which math course is the right one for me?

Were you comfortable with the skills you are supposed to know?
Do you feel you may need some review on the material?
Did the material feel too hard?
Were there some topics that you haven't covered yet?
Did the material feel repetitive or boring? (If so, this can be a waste of your time and money)

Is TMATH 109 the right class for you?

Yes

No, I think I already know this material. I would like to see information about the next class.

No, the math course is difficult for me.

TMATH 110: Introductory to Statistics with Applications

This course addresses introductory statistical concepts and analysis in modern society. Includes descriptive statistics, graphical displays of data, the normal distribution, data collection, probability, elements of statistical inference, hypothesis testing, and linear regression and correlation. Practical examples used to demonstrate statistical concepts.

Below are alternative statistics courses that are accepted by these majors (Business, Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Social Welfare):

TURB 225: Statistics for Urban Analysis (No Math DSP needed)
TSOCWF 351: Applied Statistics for Social and Human Services (No Math DSP needed)

Please contact your Academic Advisor for more information regarding these courses, course prerequisites, and major requirements

Are you interested in taking TMATH 110?

If you are planning to major in Environmental Sustainability, TMATH 110 is required. If you do not need to take TMATH 110, please select "No, I am interested in a Precalculus course (TMATH 115 or TMATH 120).

Are you interested in taking TMATH 110?

If you are planning to major in Environmental Sustainability, TMATH 110 is required. If you do not need to take TMATH 110, please select "No, I am interested in a Precalculus course (TMATH 115 or TMATH 120).

Yes

No, I am interested in Precalculus courses (TMATH 115 or TMATH 120)

Precalculus courses

Both classes (TMATH 115 and TMATH 120) are precalculus courses at UW Tacoma.

TMATH 115 and116: These math courses are required for two quarters. Once you compete both courses with a passing grade, you will be able to register for TMATH 124: Calculus 1.
TMATH 120: This math course is an accelerated Precalculus review course covering the contents of TMATH 115 and TMATH 116 in one quarter. Once your complete this course with a passing grade, you will be able to register for TMATH 124: Calculus 1.

Which Precalculus classes interest you the most?

TMATH 115 and TMATH 116 (Precalculus sequence)

TMATH 120 (Precalculus)

TMATH 115: Precalculus I Functions

This course introduces the concept of a function, its notation, and prepares student to work with piece-wise, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and rational functions. Emphasizes computational skills, graph reading, and problem solving. One of a two-part series.

After completing this course with a grade of 2.0 or higher, students will need to take the second part (TMATH 116) in order to satisfy the precalculus series.

TMATH 115 problems:

Please work on the math problems and see if you are able to solve all the problems correctly: Math problems from TMATH 115

How do I know if a class is the right one for me?

Were you comfortable with the skills you are supposed to know?
Do you feel you may need some review on the material?
Did the material feel too hard?
Were there some topics that you haven't covered yet?
Did the material feel repetitive or boring? (If so, this can be a waste of your time and money)

Is TMATH 115 right for you?

Yes

No, I don't think I am ready for this class. I would like to see more information about the course before this.

No, I am interested in TMATH 120.

I am not sure.

TMATH 120: Precalculus

This course is an accelerated review course covering the contents of TMATH 115 and TMATH 116 in one term. Examines functions and function notation including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions.

TMATH 120 problems:

Please work on the math problems and see if you are able to solve all the problems correctly: Math problems from TMATH 120

How do I know if a class is the right one for me?

Were you comfortable with the skills you are supposed to know?
Do you feel you may need some review on the material?
Did the material feel too hard?
Were there some topics that you haven't covered yet?
Did the material feel repetitive or boring? (If so, this can be a waste of your time and money)

Is TMATH 120 the right class for you?

Yes

No. I don't think I am ready for this class. I would like to see more information about TMATH 115.

I'm not sure.

TMATH 115: Precalculus I Functions

This course introduces the concept of a function, its notation, and prepares student to work with piece-wise, exponential, logarithmic, polynomial, and rational functions. Emphasizes computational skills, graph reading, and problem solving. One of a two-part series.

After completing this course with a grade of 2.0 or higher, students will need to take the second part (TMATH 116) in order to satisfy the precalculus series.

TMATH 115 problems:

Please work on the math problems and see if you are able to solve all the problems correctly: Math problems from TMATH 115

How do I know if a class is the right one for me?

Were you comfortable with the skills you are supposed to know?
Do you feel you may need some review on the material?
Did the material feel too hard?
Were there some topics that you haven't covered yet?
Did the material feel repetitive or boring? (If so, this can be a waste of your time and money)

Is TMATH 115 right for you?

Yes

No, I don't think I am ready for this class. I would like to see more information about the course before this.

I am not sure.

Thank you for your interest in TMATH 115 or TMATH 120.

Visit our website to learn more information about precalculus courses. Please contact your academic advisor or the Office of Undergraduate Education at oue@uw.edu if you need further assistance.

TMATH 109: Financial & Mathematics Foundations OR TMATH 098: Intermediate Algebra

TMATH 098: This math course is no longer offered at the University of Washington Tacoma. You will need to take this math course at a community college (such as Tacoma Community College, Piece College, or any other community college that offer Intermediate Algebra). Intermediate algebra (college level) is equivalent to third semester of high school algebra, and is a prerequisite for Statistics (TMATH 110) or any other 100 level math course. Topics include introduction to functions; linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions, and their applications; systems of linear equations and inequalities and their applications; rational exponents and radicals.

Please note:

These following math courses are offered at UW Tacoma:

Please work with your academic advisor for more information regarding these math courses.

TMATH 109 or TMATH 098 problems:

Please work on the math problems and see if you are able to solve all the problems correctly: Math problems from TMATH 098 or TMATH 109

How do I determine which math course is the right one for me?

Were you comfortable with the skills you are supposed to know?
Do you feel you may need some review on the material?
Did the material feel too hard?
Were there some topics that you haven't covered yet?
Did the material feel repetitive or boring? (If so, this can be a waste of your time and money)

Is TMATH 109 the right class for you?

Yes

No, I think I already know this material and I am ready to select my class.

No, the math course is difficult for me.

Select Your Class

Based on the information you have read and what you know about yourself, which of the following classes do you think will be the right math class for you?

**Keep in mind that you must earn a 2.0 or higher in the course to pass. If you choose to enroll in a course that you are not ready for in an attempt to save time or money as opposed to considering your readiness for its workload and expectations, you may end up having to repeat the course. Please choose the option you feel best fits your personal learning goals and needs.

We want you to succeed!

Select Your Class

Based on the information you have read and what you know about yourself, which of the following classes do you think will be the right math class for you?

**Keep in mind that you must earn a 2.0 or higher in the course to pass. If you choose to enroll in a course that you are not ready for in an attempt to save time or money as opposed to considering your readiness for its workload and expectations, you may end up having to repeat the course. Please choose the option you feel best fits your personal learning goals and needs.

We want you to succeed!

Reflection: Please explain in detail why you believe the class you picked is the right class for you.

TMATH 124 - Calculus 1

Thank you for your interest in TMATH 124! To help confirm readiness, please solve the math problems below: : Math problems from TMATH 124

If you answer majority of the questions correctly, TMATH 124 is a good fit for you.

NEXT STEPS:
If you believe TMATH 124 is the right math course for you, please email ouetests@uw.edu with the following information:

All the math courses you took and grades (High School/College transcripts is helpful)
AP/IB Mathematics scores
Any other information we should know

PLEASE NOTE: TMATH 124 is the highest math course you can placed into through the Math DSP.

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Math Courses in Community College

Thanks for letting us know you are interested in taking one or more of these following math courses at a community college:

Elementary Algebra (Math 90)
Introduction to Elementary Algebra (Math 85)
Review Arithmetic (Math 75)

You will need to complete one or more of these math courses at Tacoma Community College or another local community college if you intend to enroll in a college-level math course at UW Tacoma. UW Tacoma does not offer any math courses lower than TMATH 109.

Please see your academic advisor for more information on dual enrollment options.

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