INT 503 - Math for the Natural Sciences (1/4)

This course emphasizes the importance of quantitative literacy in the natural sciences. The course will provide instruction and practice in applying mathematical skills to solving problems in the natural sciences. Students will meet with the instructor in three 1 - 1.5 hour sessions each of the first three weeks of three consecutive blocks in a semester, and will have approximately an hour of work for each hour of class meetings, for a total of 25 hours. The course will focus on the following primary topic areas: algebra and its application to solving problems, logarithms, unit conversions, scientific notation, calculator use and graphs. Each block will include individual meetings with students to assess their current level and diagnose issues. Offered every first semester.