MTH 1015 INVESTIGATING CONTEMPORARY ISSUES USING MATHEMATICS & TECHNOLOGY

In this course students will develop problem-solving techniques in the exploration of contemporary topics using mathematics and computer technology. Students will engage in inquiry-based, hands-on, and collaborative learning, and will improve their computer and mathematical skills as well as written and oral communication skills. Topics include data analysis, number theory, mathematics of finance, geometry and measurement, probability and statistics, information retrieval and assessment, and issues related to social networking and privacy. No credit will be given for this course for students who have successfully completed CIT 1052.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MTH 1000 OR satisfactory score on math placement test