eArmyU at Empire State College > Considering Us > eArmyU Programs > Courses >
MATH FOR THE INQUIRING MIND
Liberal Study
Lower Level
Credits: 4
Term(s) Offered (Subject to Change) : Spring 1. Spring 2. Summer. Fall 1. Fall 2.
Course Description:
Focus on problem-solving as a process of identifying, defining, and understanding the problem; and then modeling, validating, and documenting its solution. Improve and refine problem-solving skills, including analytical and critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning. Use a learning journal throughout the course as a strategy for reflection and self-assessment. The course includes use of tables, data management and analysis, graphical analysis, and modeling. A spreadsheet will be used as a problem-solving tool.
Students will be using web-based Math and Graphing Skills software.
Prerequisite: none
This course meets the general education requirement in Mathematics.
