Description
This course is designed to acquaint non-science majors with mathematical reasoning and problem solving, and to expose students to the power and utility of mathematics through its relationship to the world. Foundational topics covered are problem solving and elementary logic; additional topics may include one or more of the following areas: geometry, probability, statistics, voting methods, financial math, numeration systems, and counting theory.
Prerequisites
"C" or higher in MATH 75X or MATH 82X; or acceptable math placement.
Designation
Foundations (Quantitative Reasoning) — FQ
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)
- Use logic to identify valid and invalid argument forms, and analyze conclusions drawn through various types of reasoning.
- Apply the principles of problem solving to mathematical problems, including those requiring quantitative methods, and effectively communicate procedures and results.