MAT-1130 Mathematical Ideas

Credits 3
This course is a survey of contemporary mathematics useful for students in programs not requiring a mathematics course that emphasizes algebra, calculus, or statistics. It develops mathematical literacy using a variety of everyday problems which can be modeled and solved by quantitative means. Students apply formal logic to analyze reasoning, learn techniques to organize and analyze data using set theory and descriptive statistics, and evaluate chance using probability. Mathematics is also applied to personal finance and societal issues such as voting and apportionment. Technology is incorporated across all topics. This is a terminal course and does not prepare students for algebra, trigonometry, physical or life sciences, engineering, or business courses.
Course Outcomes

Analyze information with tools of set theory.
Analyze validity of statements and arguments using formal logic.
Apply appropriate formulas and technology to problems involving personal finances.
Calculate basic and conditional probabilities, odds and expected values.
Interpret quantitative and qualitative data using descriptive statistics.
Examine voting and apportionment methods.