MAT 149 Problem Solving

3 credit hours

This course offers open exploration of problems, puzzles and riddles that are mathematical in nature. Students will develop creative strategies for problem solving as they face a multitude of problems from many different branches of mathematics. The topics will include algebra, combinatorics, number theory, graph theory, geometry, and probabilities. The focus will be on explorations, making conjectures, analyzing and giving critiques to solutions, and clear communication of mathematical ideas.

Prerequisite: MAT 102 College Algebra or equivalent
Liberal Arts: Mathematics
Course is Offered: FA and WI Every Year