MAT 105 - Contemporary Mathematics

A course to provide familiarity with topics of mathematics that are noted for their contemporary practicality in non-technical areas, are important concepts in current public discourse, or have a rich aesthetic value. Topics include voting systems, population growth, fractals, chaos, and game theory.

General Education Requirements: Quantitative Literacy

Prerequisites: MAT 103M or MAT 111M or demonstrated proficiency in pre-college mathematics (>= 500 on SAT MATH exam, >= 530 on SAT MSS exam, >= 21 on ACT Math exam or >= 62 on Accuplacer College-Level Math exam).

Course Typically Offered Variable

Credits: 3