Exponents, Logarithms, and Their Applications (Half Credit)
Students will explore the fundamental concepts of exponents and logarithms and gain proficiency in algebraic manipulation of these functions. We will explore their wide-ranging applications across various fields of mathematics and real-world scenarios, including compound interest, population growth, radioactive decay and carbon dating, and the pH scale. We will discuss strategies for how to be successful as a student in a college-level math class, how to work together to solve problems, and how to harness students’ strengths for maximum efficiency in learning. Emphasis is placed on developing problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning in preparation for calculus and related fields. (Students are encouraged, but not required, to enroll in MATH 0103 in the same semester)