Math 120 and 20

Math 120

Course Description:

This course covers the mathematical concepts particularly relevant to non-science majors. Topics covered include problem-solving, topics in finance, probability, statistics, and additional real-world applications. Satisfies UNR core curriculum.

Student Learning Outcomes for Math 120:

• Students will solve basic problems in probability and statistics.

• Students will solve real world applications.

• Students will solve financial math problems.

Course Learning Objectives:

The objectives of this course are to:

• Introduce general mathematical principles and their practical applications to a variety of topics.

• Introduce financial formulas and their use in situations involving simple interest, compound interest, and amortized loans.

• Introduce rules of probability and statistics.

Math 20

Course Description:

Provides a review of algebra, corequisite mathematical support, and just in time material for MATH 120, Fundamentals of College Mathematics

Student Learning Outcomes:

● Students will be able to perform operations of real numbers and apply properties of real numbers to demonstrate mathematical skills needed in MATH 120.

● Students will be able to simplify algebraic expressions relevant to MATH 120.

● Students will be able to construct and solve various equations relevant to MATH 120.

Course Objectives:

The objectives of the course are to:

● Refresh and review fundamental operations of real numbers.

● Refresh and review fundamental algebra skills needed to be successful in Math 120.

● Introduce methods to extend mathematical skills to new applications introduced in Math 120.

● Reinforce quantitative reasoning skills needed to understand and to solve real-life applications introduced in Math 120.

● Introduce basic critical thinking skills needed to contextualize solutions to application in Math 120.