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MAT148 Finite Mathematics

This course introduces the mathematical ideas and analysis techniques commonly used in solving practical problems encountered in business, social and life sciences. Topics covered are functions, linear functions, modeling, systems of equations, introductory linear programming and matrices, mathematics of finance, introductory combinatorics and probability, descriptive statistics and normal distributions. The use of technology will also be incorporated as a tool to aid computation, modeling and problem solving. Fulfills open, liberal arts, and mathematics electives.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Communication and Mathematics proficiency and CEAR 54 or above, or NGQA 262 or above, or SATM 510 or above, or Math Module 8 or above, or MAT110 with C or better, or MAT002 with a C or better.

Electives

  • LA - Liberal Arts Elective