MAT 1100 - Mathematical Literacy for College Students

4 credits
Prerequisites: MAT 0057 (with a “C” or better), or MAT 0058 (with a “C” or better), or MAT 0028 (with a “C” or better), or Testing, or SB 1720 exemption
This course reinforces elementary algebra and quantitative reasoning skills and introduces basic statistical concepts through data analysis in preparation for college-level statistics and liberal arts mathematics. Topics include, but are not limited to, ratios, proportions, scaling, dimensional analysis, modeling with equations and inequalities, tables, graphs, linear functions, and exponential functions. Written and verbal communication skills will be emphasized along with critical thinking. Students who complete this course will be prepared to enroll in STA 2023 , MGF 1106 and/or MGF 1107 . However, students who have completed this course are not eligible to enroll in MAC 1105 without meeting other prerequisites. A graphing calculator is required for this course.