#Description:
A study of a variety of mathematical topics for non-science majors:
Sets
Logic
Problem Solving
Growth Models
Finance
Statistics
Describing Data
Probability
Counting Systems
Materials for this course will be provided through the learning management system Canvas.
If you have never used Canvas before, check out this Canvas Quickstart Class to help you become familiar with the learning management system we will be using for our course:
#Textbook:
Math in Society:A survey of mathematics for the liberal arts major
By David Lippman
http://www.opentextbookstore.com/mathinsociety/
#Computer:
You will need access to a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Please inform the instructor immediately if you do not have access to a computer.
#Calculator:
You do not need to purchase a scientific calculator. The Desmos Scientific calculator may be used for all assignments and exams.
Learn Desmos: Scientific Calculator
Use the Online Version
Download App from Google Play
Download App from Apple
Download App from Amazon
If you would prefer to use a handheld calculator then a TI-30XS Multiview calculator is recommended.
#Honorlock
We will us Honorlock as our proctor for the exams in this course.
We will need to use the Chrome Web Browser for Honorlock.
#Zoom
We will use Zoom for optional office hours and live interaction.
For additional questions contact Eve Wallis at ewallis@pencol.edu.