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Math 1020Q (102Q) - FALL 2009

Description
MATH 1020Q (102Q) : Problem Solving
Description: An introduction to the techniques used by mathematicians to solve problems. Skills such as Externalization (pictures and charts), Visualization (associated mental images), Simplification, Trial and Error, and Lateral Thinking learned through the study of mathematical problems. Problems drawn from combinatorics, probability, optimization, cryptology, graph theory, and fractals. Students will be encouraged to work cooperatively and to think independently.
Extra Information: http://www.math.uconn.edu/~tollefso/math102sum07
Prerequisites: Recommended preparation: MATH 1010(101) or the equivalent. Not eligible for course credit by examination. Not open for credit to students who have passed any mathematics course other than MATH 1010(101), 1030(103), 1070(105), 1040(107), 1050(108) or 1060(109).
Offered: Either semester
Credits: 3
 
This is not necessarily the official description for the courses. For the official descriptions, consult the 2009 - 2010 undergraduate catalog.


Textbooks for FALL 2009
  • Problem Solving (2nd Ed.) by Vinsonhaler/DeFranco,
    Thomson/Cengage (ISBN: 0759342644)


Sections: Fall 2009 in Storrs Campus

Coordinator NameCoordinated Sections
Naigles, Mark all

Course Sec Comp Time Room Instructor
1020Q 1 Lecture Th 3:30-6:00 Jons229 Naigles, Mark
1020Q 2 Lecture MWF 9:00-9:50 MSB315 Kelleher, Daniel
1020Q 3 Lecture MWF 8:00-8:50 MSB319 Martin, Caleb
1020Q 4 Lecture MWF 9:00-9:50 MSB215 Martin, Caleb
1020Q 5 Lecture TuTh 3:30-4:45 MSB403 Kelleher, Daniel
 
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