GEMS 100 - Understanding Our Quantitative World

This is a two-credit, half-semester course whose main emphasis is on the ability to critically interpret mathematical information commonly found in public discourse and positions of responsibility and leadership. The topics will include simple functions, graphs and their interpretation, and statistics. Examples incorporating mathematical arguments will be taken from a wide variety of fields including social science, sports, finance, environmental issues, education and health. The TI-83 graphing calculator will be required.

Credits: 2
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Attributes: Mathematics I (MA1)