Courses


Course Descriptions

Introduction to Mathematical Modeling - MATH 1101

Description

This course is an introduction to mathematical modeling using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world data and phenomena. Emphasis is on the use of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions, supported by the use of appropriate technology, and on effective communication of quantitative concepts and results.


MATH 1101 - Spring 2024

Course Instructor
MATH 1101 1AGCarrie Carmack
ccarmack@westga.edu
MATH 1101 1BGLisa Yocco
lyocco@ega.edu
MATH 1101 1CGTonya DeGeorge
tdegeorge@ggc.edu
MATH 1101 1DGDavid Ross
david.ross@ung.edu
MATH 1101 5AGBridgett Lee
bhlee@georgiasouthern.edu
MATH 1101 5BGMark Henderson
charleshenderson@clayton.edu
MATH 1101 8AGMark Henderson
charleshenderson@clayton.edu
MATH 1101 8BGEdward Redmond
ed.redmond@ung.edu
3

Credit Hours


Prerequisites

  • See your home institution's prerequisite requirement.

Free Textbook

  • Open educational resources (OER)

Course Equivalency

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the concept and basic properties of functions.
  • Understand the concept and basic properties of linear functions.
  • Understand the concept and basic properties of quadratic functions.
  • Understand the concept and basic properties of polynomials.
  • Understand the concept and properties of exponential functions.
  • Understand the concept and basic properties of logarithms.
  • Understand the concept and basic properties of piecewise-defined functions.
  • Unit 1: Linear Equations
  • Unit 2: Functions
  • Unit 3: Linear Functions and Modeling
  • Unit 4: Quadratic Functions
  • Unit 5: Polynomial Functions
  • Unit 6: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
  • Unit 7: Applications of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Your final grade will be based on the following breakdown. Please note that each instructor may choose to make modifications.

  • Attendance Verification - 1%
  • Mindset Learning Activities - 4%
  • Mindset Learning Discussions - 5%
  • Pre-assessment - 5%
  • Homework - 30%
  • Online Exams/Tests - 20%
  • Midterm Exam - 15%
  • Final Exam - 20%

TI-83 plus or TI-84 plus calculator

We use cookies on this site to offer a better browsing experience, perform analytics, personalized advertising, measure advertising performance, and remember website preferences. For more information visit the USG Privacy Notice.