Mathematical Thinking
General
Prefix
MATH
Course Number
103
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Development of problem solving and decision making strategies using mathematical tools from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics. Skills to communicate and defend solutions and decisions.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
04
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Analyze movement and classify objects in two-dimensional space.
Outcome
Solve related proportion problems using the concept of similarity of geometric objects.
Outcome
Analyze a normal distribution numerically using measures including mean, median, quartiles, and standard deviation.
Outcome
Make coherent verbal and written arguments.
Outcome
Identify patterns involving recursive and explicitly defined sequences.
Outcome
Differentiate between arithmetic and geometric sequences and use them to solve real-world growth problems.
Outcome
Apply the simple interest and compound interest formulas to evaluate financial scenarios.
Outcome
Apply counting techniques including the multiplication rule, combinations, and permutations.
Outcome
Make inferences using an understanding of basic concepts of probability and calculate probabilities of events derived from a random experiment.
Outcome
Describe data sets using appropriate numerical summaries.
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Dependencies
Courses
MATH103
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Programs
MATH103
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