MT 1001 - Essential Mathematics 1

The focus of this course is on the basic operations and concepts in arithmetic involving integers, rational numbers, and decimals; ratios, proportions, and percent; and an introduction to variables. Applications of arithmetic, proportional reasoning, and problem solving will be integrated throughout the course. Topics will be presented in appropriate contexts rather than as isolated concepts. This course counts 2 credits towards graduation credit but does not satisfy the College’s mathematics requirement. Offered every semester. (2 credits)