Applied Mathematical Concepts

Catalog description

This course is intended for students who are pursuing applied science degrees (not requiring college algebra). The emphasis is on applications and problem solving. The following topics are introduced through solving practical problems which involve the modeling of natural phenomena. Topics of study include numerical analysis, variation, modeling with functions and equations, operations with polynomials, greatest common factor, introduction to functions, graphical analysis, and models of growth, linear equations and inequalities, and polynomials as related to applied sciences such as nursing, criminal justice, accounting, commercial floriculture, floral design, landscape design/construction, management, and marketing.