![]() ![]() The topics to be covered will depend on the choice of text. Both texts have proven to be successful at engaging this population of students and giving them a new appreciation of math as well as boosting their self-confidence. The Heart of Mathematics, while dealing with more theoretical topics such as number theory and topology, emphasizes that the problem-solving strategies used to solve mathematical problems are universal and can be applied to solving day-to-day problems. For All Practical Purpose emphasizes applications of math in today's world such as scheduling problems and consumer finance models, for example. The two recommended books, both are geared toward this type of course. In answer to this, the goal of the course should be to demonstrate that math is not about memorizing formulas, but is rather a process of thinking which is relevant to them on a daily basis. It is not at all uncommon for the students to exhibit a fear of and dislike for math and most have very low self-confidence about their ability to succeed in a math class. These, however, are greatly outnumbered by the students who have weak math skills and poor backgrounds. Some are quite good at math and may even have had some calculus in high school. There is a broad spectrum of students who take M302. Texts: For all Practical Purpose or The Heart of Mathematics, Fourth Edition (preferred) ![]() Some material is of the instructor's choosing. Topics may may be chosen from: Fibonacci numbers, number theory (divisibility, prime numbers, the Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, gcd, Euclidean Algorithm, modular arithmetic, special divisibility tests), infinity, geometry (Pythagorean Theorem, Platonic Solids, the fourth dimension, rubber sheet geometry, the Moebius band), chaos and fractals, probability (definition, laws, permutations and combinations), network theory (Euler circuits, traveling salesman problem, bin packing), statistics, game theory, voting paradoxes. Responsible Parties: Jennifer Austin and Amanda Hager, June 2019Ĭourse Description: Introduction to Mathematics is a terminal course satisfying the University's general education requirement in mathematics. May not be counted toward a degree in the College of Natural Sciences. A student may not earn credit for Mathematics 302 after having received credit for any calculus course. M 302 is Intended primarily for general liberal arts students seeking knowledge of the nature of mathematics as well as training in mathematical thinking and problem-solving. Mathematics 302 and 303F may not both be counted. It may be used to satisfy Area C requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree under Plan I or the mathematics requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree under Plan II. Prerequisite and degree relevance: Texas Success Initiative (TSI) exemption or a TSI Mathematics Assessment score of 350 or higher. M 302 Introduction to Mathematics Syllabus Chapter 7 Systems of Equations, Inequalities 3 sections 2 lectures.Chapter 6 Exponential, Logarithmic Functions 4 sections 3 lectures.Chapter 5 Polynomial and Rational Functions 4 sections 4 lectures.Chapter 4 Graphs and Functions 4 sections 4 lectures.Chapter 3 Equations and Inequalities 5 sections 5 lectures.Chapter 2 Algebraic Expressions 5 sections 4 lectures.Chapter 1 Five Fundamental Themes 5 sections 4 lectures.It should be an honest college algebra course, that is, not an intermediate algebra course (which is offered by community colleges and some four-year colleges and which is often equivalent to second-year high school algebra.) This syllabus is written for use in summer school (the only time we offer M 301). M 301 is the lowest-level "precalculus" course we offer. Text: Durbin, College Algebra, preliminary third edition, McGraw-Hill College Custom Series, 1993 Usually offered only in the summer session. Credit for Mathematics 301 may not be earned after a student has received credit for any calculus course with a grade of C- or better.Ĭourse description: Topics include a brief review of elementary algebra linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions polynomials systems of linear equations applications. May not be counted toward a degree in mathematics. Prerequisite and degree relevance: A passing score on the mathematics section of the Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) test (or an appropriate assessment test). ![]()
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