MAT 110 - General Education Statistics

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 3, 0

Using simulations and data collection, students will learn how to organize and interpret data. Real-life examples will serve as the focus as students develop mathematical reasoning skills and the ability to read and interpret statistical reports. Calculators and computers will be used extensively. Topics include descriptive statistics (graphs, averages, variability), elementary probability theory, probability distributions, hypothesis testing of a single parameter, and correlation and linear regression. IAI Course No. M1 902
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)

Offered: Spring or Summer
Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and one year of high school geometry with grades of C or better; or an ACT Math score of 25; or a score of 4 or 5 on the PARCC exam; or appropriate placement exam score; or take MAT.086 with a grade of C or better or MAT 098 with a grade of C or better or MAT 099 with a grade of C or better.
General Education: Math