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MATH 102: Math Fundamentals: Mathematics for Life

Units: 3
Prerequisites: Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the elementary algebra level as determined by the math placement process.
Acceptable for Credit: CSU, UC
Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours.
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer

This course covers the fundamentals of logic, including fallacies, inductive and deductive reasoning, conditional statements, and the evaluation of arguments; the basic ideas of finance, including simple and compound interest, amortized loans, and retirement accounts; ideas of probability and applications of probability to realistic situations; and problem solving. The course provides students with a strong foundation in quantitative reasoning and mathematical concepts applicable to everyday life situations and long-term decision-making strategies.

Mathematics

https://catalog.miracosta.edu/disciplines/mathematics/

By learning mathematics, students develop their reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills. Understanding numbers and shapes, formulas and processes, and chances and algorithms sets the foundation for students to succeed in other sciences and to better understand the world around them. The department's implementation of equitable practices helps ensure students’ needs as learners are met. Math faculty are devoted to the teaching of mathematics and want to spread their excitement about this mighty discipline to students and the community.