MAT1100EN - Concepts & Applications of Mathematics

Course description

Topics include: algebraic operations, factoring, exponents and logarithms, polynomials, rational functions, trigonometric functions, and logarithmic and exponential functions. Graphing and word problems will be stressed.

How this course benefits students

Students need to have understanding of basic mathematical concepts and their applications. This course will engage students who want to broaden their knowledge and opportunities in mathematics.

Why this course is important

It is essential for students to develop skills in logical thinking and apply the skills to solve problems.

Credit hours
3 hours
Subject area
Mathematics
Educational level
Associate
Distribution
Mathematics Distribution
Learning type
Instructional
Prerequisites
None
Upcoming terms
Pending
* Schedule subject to change. Please contact the Registrar's office with schedule questions.

How this course relates to missional core values

Biblically based

This course will engage students to recognize the significance of mathematics in the world. Mathematics illustrates the beauty of God and supports his existence. The course will be taught from a Christian perspective.

Missionally driven

Everyone needs to recognize mathematics as an integral part of God's creation. Mathematics provides insight into God's work. It is essential for every missional students to have background in mathematics.

Contextually informed

It is primarily designed to assist students who want to broaden their knowledge and opportunities in mathematics.

Interculturally focused

It is essential to understand mathematics as a universal human endeavor. Mathematics can be applied to issues faced in all cultures.

Practically minded

Determine if arguments are valid or not. Understand and calculate simple interest, compound interest, monthly payments. Students will also be able to sketch and interpret graphs of functions.

Experientially transformed

Students will be challenged to justify true and false statements. The course will engage students to understand basic mathematical finance concepts better.