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MAT 109 - Concepts of Mathematics

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0

This course is designed to fulfill general education requirements. In the development of topics, the focus shall be on mathematical reasoning and the solving of real-life problems. Calculators and computers will be used regularly. The units studied include probability and counting techniques, logic and set theory, the mathematics of finance, and statistics. Included in the approach to these topics shall be the use of mathematical models and group projects.
IAI GECC Course No. M1 904
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AA, AS, AFA, AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.1)

Offered: Fall or Spring or Summer
Prerequisite(s): MAT 085 , MAT 098 , or MAT 099  with a grade of C or better or meet one of the options on the course placement guide . Take concurrently with MAT 089 . 
General Education: Mathematics


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