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.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
04
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Define the four basic rigid motions in the plane and classify two-dimensional shapes using symmetry types.
Outcome
Classify border patterns according to their symmetry type.
Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of similarity of geometric objects and solve related proportion problems.
Outcome
Analyze numerically a normal distribution using measures including mean, median, quartiles and standard deviation.
Outcome
Make coherent oral and written arguments throughout the course.
Outcome
Identify patterns involving recursive and explicitly defined sequences.
Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of linear, exponential and logistic growth and use arithmetic and geometric sequences to solve real-world problems.
Outcome
Apply the simple interest and compound interest formulas to solve financial problems.
Outcome
Apply counting techniques including the multiplication rule, combinations, and permutations.
Outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts of probability and calculate probabilities of events derived from a random experiment.
Dependencies
Courses
MATH103
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
MATH103
is a
completion requirement
for: