Math Everywhere: Mathematical Concepts and Reasoning in our Modern World

1 credits · Undergraduate

Demonstrates modern mathematics' excitement and vibrance while showing all the places math enters our everyday lives. Topics typically include: communication of data, images, and music; social networks; statistical evaluation of medical tests; public key encryption; and how AI works. Designed for students without college math but with an interest in mathematical concepts important to modern applications. If you are only going to take one math class in college, take this. The course is structured in a number of largely independent units, focused on building understanding and appreciation rather than development of mathematical techniques. Transfer credit is not accepted as equivalent.