MTH 106 Math in Society 2

An exploration of present-day applications of mathematics focused on developing numeracy. Major topics include linear and exponential modeling, scheduling, history and uses of geometry. MTH 105Z, 106, and 107 may be taken in any order.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Recommended: MTH 098 for students whose high-school GPA is less than 2.6 or who have not taken a math course for more than two years

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Apply learning
a. Use mathematics and quantitative reasoning to solve problems
b. Show appropriate mathematical mechanics and techniques
c. Apply skills and abilities to new situations in and out of the classroom
d. Demonstrate skills and proficiencies in algebraic manipulation and calculator use
2. Think critically
a. Choose an appropriate solution strategy
b. Construct a mathematical plan to solve a problem
c. Determine the reasonableness and implications of mathematical solutions
d. Recognize the limitations of mathematical models
3. Communicate effectively a. Clarify and explain thought process and solution
b. Explain results orally and/or in writing
c. Collaborate with others to solve problems effectively
d. Interpret results and solutions
e. Justify reasoning and solution
4. Engage diverse values with civic and ethical awareness
a. Evaluate how various decisions would fit with personal values and civic awareness
b. Practice decision-making in authentic settings with realistic numbers
5. Create ideas and solutions
a. Reflect on successes, failures, and obstacles encountered in the problem-solving process
b. Assess mistakes and rework solutions