science and mathematics 56-1728 - Quantitative Literacy

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Columbia College-Chicago

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Description:

Quantitative Literacy surveys the ways that mathematics is used in the real world. As our society grows more technologically complex, the ability to interpret and analyze quantitative information has become an increasingly essential skill for citizenship. The goal of this course is to develop the reasoning capacity, critical thinking skills, and statistical literacy needed to make sense of issues that routinely appear in the media. Essential topics in consumer mathematics will also be covered. 3 CRED ITS PREREQUISITES: 56-1720 COLLEGE MATHEMATICS OR PLACEMENT

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colum.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 663-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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