MAT 120 - Math For Liberal Arts

This course satisfies the Middlesex Community College graduation requirement for the Liberal Arts and Sciences Program. Mathematical modeling and problem solving strategies will apply to everyday life. Topics will be drawn from areas such as: collecting, describing and analyzing data; probability and decision-making; loans and investments; population growth; linear programming; and geometry of measurement.

ISLOs: This course supports student development of Critical Thinking, Quantitative Literacy, and Personal and Professional Development.

Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 101; placement above or completion of MAT 080 with a C or better, or completion of Math Modules 12, 73, or 82.
General Education Elective(s): Math all programs
Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required.
This course has been approved to meet the Core Curriculum General Education requirement.

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