3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to several of today's main areas of applications of algebra to represent and solve problems, using technology as appropriate. These include linear models, systems of linear equations, linear programming, probability and counting, matrices, Markov chains, and mathematics of finance. The student will apply some common and less common algorithmic processes to solve families of problems, using mental strategies, technology and paper and pencil to understand and solve problems. Prerequisite: MATH 135, ACT Math score of 24 or above, or SAT Math score of 560 or above.