MATH 1105

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MATH 1105
Finite Mathematics for the Life and Social Sciences

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Introduction to linear algebra, probability, and Markov chains that develops the parts of the theory most relevant for applications. Topics include equations of lines, the method of least squares, solutions of linear systems, matrices; basic concepts of probability, permutations, combinations, binomial distribution, mean and variance, and the normal approximation to the binomial distribution. Examples from biology and the social sciences are used.


Prerequisites Three years of high school mathematics, including trigonometry and logarithms.

Distribution Requirements (MQL-AG, OPHLS-AG), (SMR-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2024FA, 2023FA, 2022FA, 2021FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8590 MATH 1105   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Quinn, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8591 MATH 1105   LEC 002

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Quinn, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person