MATH 135 - Finite Math

1. Solve and graph linear equations and inequalities
2. Solve systems of linear equations by graphing, substitution and elimination
3. Perform matrix addition, subtraction and multiplication
4. Solve systems of linear equations using matrices
5. Solve linear programming problems using graphical techniques or the simplex method
6. Determine union, intersection, complement, and cardinality of sets.
7. Construct Venn diagrams to illustrate properties of sets
8. Calculate with permutations, combinations, and other counting techniques
9. Compute probabilities, including conditioal, using tree and Venn diagrams, counting principles and distrubitions
10. Reduce matrices using Gauss-Jordan elimination
11. Use Markov chains to calculate probabilities and solve applied problems
12. Calculate expected value of a random variable, including binomial.
13. Solve a variety of application problems in the above areas
14. Use a scientific and/or graphing calculator proficiently as related to coursework
15. Use technology as appropriate to enhance course objectives.

• Linear models
• Systems of linear equations
• Linear programming: graphical or simplex methods
• Sets and Venn diagrams
• Permutations and combinations
• Probability
• Expected value
• Bernoulli Trials
• Markov chains
• Matrices

 
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Exam Requirements: 

• Must be proctored 
• No student-provided materials  
• No open books 
• No take-home  

 
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