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May 25, 2024
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Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MATH 081 Technical Mathematics I5 credits
Technical Mathematics I is the first of three courses in applied mathematics. By utilizing the foundations of measurements, problem solving and equations, students learn how to apply their mathematical knowledge to applied problems.
Prerequisites: ABED 040 (or equivalent placement score for MATH 087 or higher)
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Apply basic algebraic operations to applied topics
- Apply and calculate percentages as applied to discounts and mechanical systems
- Utilize a standard approach and mathematical logic to solve problems
- Utilize geometry to solve application problems
- Use functions and graphs to interpret and solve basic equations
- Check, utilize, and apply conversions to applications
- Use the mathematical critical thinking skills of problem solving, pattern recognition, substitution, following structural rules, and quantitative modeling to solve problems using basic algebraic operations
Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of critical thinking.
Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 50
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