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2009-2010 University Catalog
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NCLC 333 - The Nature of MathematicsCredits: 3 Sections include theoretical framework, historical context, connections with some other disciplines, and current issues. The sections are illustrated with selected mathematics topics (more advanced algebra and geometry plus introductions to set theory, probability, calculus, and number theory) Student presentations (in pairs) on what they have read and learned in mathematics, and result of optional experiential learning component of the course.
Prerequisites Performance on Math Placement Exam equivalent to requirements for entrance to math, successful completion of algebra program in mathematics learning center, or any mathematics course that fulfills university’s general education requirement in quantitative reasoning; and permission of instructor.
Notes May be taken even after credit for MATH 106 or equivalent has been received. Enrollment in NCLC 395 Experiential Learning is optional for at least 1 credit.
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0
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