Math 110:  College Mathematics

2 - 2:50 MWF

Houston 216

Text:   Mathematics All Around, by Thomas Pirnot.

Selected topics from Chapters 1, 2, 6-11: Set theory, logic, consumer mathematics, descriptive statistics, counting methods, basic probability, and algebraic models (linear, quadratic and exponential equations).

 Course Objectives:     In this course you will learn how mathematics is commonly used in the world around us.  In addition, you will develop technical facility for each of the topics listed above.  You will also develop some facility with calculators, as well as developing your problem solving skills, group participation skills, and communication skills.

 Prerequisite:  MATH 091 (Intermediate Algebra), appropriate Compass score, and/or successful achievement in two years of high school algebra.