A graphical and analytic analysis specifically focuses on exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric function theory, motivated by practical problems. Students explore and develop precalculus mathematics while focusing on mathematics as a practical tool. Upon the recommendation of the instructor, students completing this course move to Group 1 in placement. Students not receiving the recommendation of the instructor have the option of taking the department placement exam to move from Group 2 or Group 3 with permission of the instructor. Basic concepts involved in statistical reasoning such as sampling and experimental design, description of data, normal approximation to data, correlation and regression, and probability.
Emphasis is on understanding the use of statistics rather than on how to do statistical analysis.
An introductory programming course in which students learn to develop and write programs that solve problems in a variety of areas. No programming experience is required. Not open to students who have taken 313-31400. HU LA A study of the principal works of major Spanish writers. Taught in English.