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Spring 2012 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MATH 175H - Mathematical Excursions-Honors

3 credits
This unique course emphasizes five major areas: historical research, applications of mathematics in the physical world, modern mathematics from an elementary point of view (topics include graph theory, number theory, applied probability), creative methods of problem-solving (without Calculus) and excursions into non-traditional areas of Mathematical inquiry (art, non-Euclidian geometry, study of polyhedra, topology, etc.). Group and individual interaction and substantial readings in mathematics are required.

Notes: Was MATH 295H previous to Fall 2010.Class Hours: 3Prerequisites: MATH 130 - College Algebra; Functions & Models OR MATH 131 - Technical Math I OR MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry OR appropriate score on placement exam.