MATH 1030 - Contemporary Mathematics

3 Credit(s)

An exploration of contemporary mathematical applications with a focus on developing quantitative reasoning skills. Students will represent and analyze multiple concrete real-world problems using quantitative tools. Topics include voting theory, graph theory, financial mathematics, statistics, and probability. Additional topics from geometry and modeling may also be discussed. Appropriate for non-science majors, the course is designed to foster an appreciation of mathematics and involves limited algebraic manipulation. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]

Prerequisite(s): MATH 1010 or MATH 0990 or MATH 0970 or MATH 0930 or adequate test score within the last two (2) years - Prerequisite Min. Grade: B- (MATH 0970/0990), C (MATH 1010)
Prerequisite Test: ACT Math Subscore or Accuplacer Elementary Algebra or ALEKS PPL - Prerequisite Test Score: 21 or 085 or 40
Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? Yes (MATH 0930)

Registration Restriction(s): None

General Education Category: Quantitative Literacy