MATH 1030 - Quantitative Reasoning (MA)

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Mathematics

Description:

Fulfills General Education Mathematics requirement for students in Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, Elementary Education, and other degrees. Focuses on development of analytical problem solving skills through the application of various mathematical concepts to real-life problems. Topics include logic; financial math; problem solving; numeration systems; geometry; measurements; probability; statistics; and modeling with algebra. A class presentation is required for this course. Students are cautioned to check degree and/or transfer requirements before taking this course. Inclusive Access Course Material (electronic book) fees may apply, see Fees tab under each course section for details. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Use algebra to graphically represent and analyze linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic models. 2. Assess methods of geometry used in artistic representations of the world. 3. Identify aspects of logic used to solve complex problems and use logic to make sound decisions in personal and business life. 4. Use trigonometry to solve triangles and related applications. 5. Use principles of finance to calculate simple and compound interest, values of annuities, and amortization schedules. 6. Apply the concepts of probability to calculate outcomes and the corresponding odds in the games that people play. 7. Use statistical techniques to organize, display, and analyze data, especially as it applies to situations in the real world. Course fee required. Prerequisites: MATH 0980 or MATH 1000 or MATH 1010 (Grade C or higher), MATH 0980 recommended, or ACT math score of 20 or higher, or an equivalent placement score within two years of enrollment in this course. FA, SP, SU

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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