MATS 1240 - Quantitative Reasoning
4 Credits
Placement Level Introductory College Level Placement
A project-based course using Microsoft Excel, emphasizing conceptual understanding and application of elementary mathematics as it is used and communicated in a variety of everyday contexts (no prior experience with Excel is necessary). Mathematical topics include ratios, rates, percentages, units, descriptive statistics, linear and exponential modeling, correlation, logic, and probability; contexts include (but are not limited to) personal finance and critical examination of current news articles. Written and/or oral presentations will be required.
Learning Outcomes
Calculate, interpret, and communicate with descriptive statistics Understand, work with, and communicate using percentages Communicate mathematically Interpret and convert among analytic representations Understand, work with, and communicate linear growth patterns Understand, work with, and communicate using ratios and rates Understand, work with, and communicate exponential growth patterns Develop confidence with personal finance Understand and explain what constitutes a valid argument Develop proficiency with Microsoft Excel for basic quantitative analyses and presentations
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
04 - Mathematical/Logical Reasoning
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