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Job H. Domingo, Ph.D
Dr. Job H. Domingo is a dedicated faculty member of the College of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. With a strong academic background and a passion for teaching, He excels in making complex mathematical concepts accessible and engaging for students. |
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Cheryl Q. Mentuda, Ph.D
Dr. Cheryl Q. Mentuda is an Associate Professor of Mathematics. She earned her Ph.D. from Université de Picardie Jules Verne in France, specializing in mathematical modeling and topology. With over fourteen years of teaching experience, Dr. Mentuda is committed to making mathematics accessible and engaging. She has published numerous papers and frequently attended presents at international conferences. |
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Merliza F. Libao, PhD.
Dr. Merliza is a passionate Mathematics professor specializing in financial mathematics, geometry, and calculus. With a focus on making challenging topics accessible, Dr. Libao is committed to helping students grasp fundamental concepts effectively. She applies innovative teaching strategies to foster a deep understanding of mathematics, aiming to empower students to excel in their academic journey. |
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Marilou T. Nepa, MSci
Marilou T. Nepa is a faculty member of the Mathematics Department and a Licensed Professional Teacher with 20 years of teaching experience in CSU. She teaches various fields like algebra, trigonometry, calculus and finance. Her role as an educator goes above and beyond to ensure students’ success, providing extra help and support as needed. This commitment can significantly impact her students' academic achievements and foster a lifelong appreciation for mathematics. |
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Genevieve E. Quisto, MSci
Genevieve Engalan Quisto is a dedicated educator and researcher currently serving as an Instructor in the Mathematics Department. She has extensive experience in teaching and has held various academic positions, including Lecturer and Part-Time Faculty, at Caraga State University and Father Saturnino Urios University. As a Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) and a Career Service Professional, she has demonstrated her commitment to academic excellence and professional development. Her research interests include combinatorics, linear algebra and linear programming, with notable works on the Linear Algebra of r, β Stirling Matrices. Genevieve's dedication to her field is evident in her continuous pursuit of knowledge and her commitment to sharing it with her students and colleagues. |
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Junar T. Lingo, MSci
Junar T. Lingo is a faculty member of the College of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Caraga State University (CSU), where he has been employed since 2013. Mr. Lingo research interests include applied statistics, probability distribution, educational statistics research, and mathematical modeling. Junar's dedication to education, research, and community service underscores his significant contributions to the academic and local community, positioning him as a key figure in mathematics and applied statistics in his region. |
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Milburn O. Macalos, MSci
Milburn O. Macalos is an esteemed mathematics educator and researcher, currently serving as an Instructor I at Caraga State University in the College of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. has contributed significantly to the field of mathematics through his research. He has co-authored and published several papers in reputable scientific journals. His works include "On the Distribution of the Sums Products Quotient and Reliability Measure of Lomax Distributed Random Variables Based on FGM Copula," published in 2015, and "Construction of Sarmanov-Type Copulae Through Rüschendorf Method," published in 2023. Milburn's teaching philosophy centers on empowering students through knowledge and critical thinking. He leverages his extensive expertise in mathematics to inspire and mentor the next generation of scholars. His dedication to education, research, and community service continues to significantly impact the academic community and beyond. |
Preparatory Mathematics
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This course provides a thorough introduction to essential mathematical concepts and skills, designed to help students build a solid foundation in mathematics. It covers a wide range of topics, beginning with sets and basic notations, where students learn what sets are and how to represent them using different notations. Various methods to describe sets, such as listing elements or using rules, are explored, along with understanding how sets can relate to each other through concepts like subsets, unions, and intersections. Students will perform basic operations with sets, get to know different types of numbers (such as whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers), and delve into prime factorization and the concepts of the greatest common factor (GCF) and least common multiple (LCM). The course also covers working with signed numbers, studying the properties of real numbers, and learning how to express rational numbers as decimals and fractions. Mastery of the laws of exponents, understanding polynomials, and learning operations on polynomials, including special products and methods of factoring, are key components. Students will simplify and perform operations with rational expressions, handle complex fractions, and work with rational exponents and radicals, including performing arithmetic operations with radical expressions. Solving equations involving one variable (linear, quadratic, rational, and radical) and equations in two variables are also integral parts of the curriculum. This course combines theoretical understanding with practical problem-solving, preparing students for further studies in mathematics and related disciplines.
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