NS, Q- This terminal mathematics course is designed for liberal and fine arts students. Course core topics include linear and exponential growth and decay models, proportional reasoning, personal finance, probability, and descriptive statistics. Additional topics may include discrete math topics such as graph theory or fair division, geometry/trigonometry, math in the arts, symbolic logic supporting probability, or other topics of the instructor's choice. Learners will work in teams on applications and examples relevant to humanities, social sciences and education. Content emphasis is on problem solving and quantitative reasoning. Students communicate results in oral and written form. Technology is integrated throughout the course. See syllabus for specific calculator recommendations.
Prerequisites
Placement into ENGL 95 or above; AND Completion of MATH 84 or MATH 85 or MFUND 85 or above with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or placement into MATH 95/ &107/ &131/ &132/ &146.