MATH 1180 - College Math for Business, Economics and Related Fields

(MATH 1324)

3 hours

Topics from algebra (linear equations, quadratic equations, functions and graphs, inequalities), mathematics of finance (simple and compound interest, annuities), linear programming, matrices, systems of linear equations, applications to management, economics and business.

Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and one year of geometry, and consent of department. Students who feel they acquired solid algebra skills in high school are strongly encouraged to take the mathematics placement exam to see if they may begin in MATH 1190 instead.

A grade C or better in MATH 1180 is required when MATH 1180 is a prerequisite for other mathematics courses. Students who already have credit for MATH 1180 may not receive credit for MATH 1400.

Core Category: Mathematics