MTH 140 - Contemporary Mathematics

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College of Lake County

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Description:

Designed to meet general education mathematics requirements for students who are not majoring in mathematics, science or business. The goal of this survey course is to develop competency in analytical reasoning, problem solving, and multi-step decision making as well as exposing students to some current trends in mathematical thought. The emphasis is on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real-life problems involving mathematics. The course covers three or four of the following topics in depth: graph theory, counting techniques and probability, topics in geometry, logic/set theory, linear programming, and game theory. This course is not intended as a prerequisite for any other mathematics course. Note: Use of a specific electronic graphics calculator will be integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: Basic Algebra Readiness and MTH 108 (C or better) or appropriate score on Math Placement Test or two years of High School Algebra (C or better) or Math ACT of 22 or higher-AND-1 year of High School Geometry (C or better) or MTH 104 (C or better) IAI: M1 904

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0.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.CLCILLINOIS.EDU

Phone Number:

(847) 543-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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