***This is a course guideline. Students should contact instructor for the updated information on current course syllabus, textbooks, and course content***

*This course was formerly MATH 1313*

Section number: This information applies to ALL face-to-face sections

Delivery format: Hyflex/Online/face-to-face 

Prerequisites:  A satisfactory score on a placement examination.

Course Description: Systems of linear equations, introduction to linear programming, mathematics of finance, topics in probability and statistics. *Note: Students with prior credit for MATH 2318 will not receive credit for MATH 1324. May not apply to course or GPA requirements for a major or minor in natural sciences and mathematics. 

Core Category: Mathematics (20) and Math/Reasoning (90)

Textbook & Access Code: The textbook,online quizzes, and additional help materials will be made available by logging into CASA Campus Services (CCS) at https://ccs.casa.uh.edu/ . Students pay for access to CCS as part of their fee bill via CTAP. If one opts out of the CTAP, they can purchase an access code for this course at UH Bookstore. In this case, if the code is not entered by the deadline specified on CASA, students will lose access to CASA. No make ups will be given for assignments missed during the no-access period.

More information on the Cougar Textbook Access Program (CTAP) & Canvas/CCS:

• CTAP: https://uh.edu/af-auxiliary-services/ctap/
• CTAP FAQs: https://uh.edu/af-auxiliary-services/ctap/ctap-faqs/
  
• Canvas: https://uh.edu/canvas/
• CCS login: https://ccs.casa.uh.edu/
• CCS Course Finder: https://crs.uh.edu/requests/student_course_finder.php

• Apply elementary functions, including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions to solving real-world problems.
• Solve mathematics of finance problems, including the computation of interest, annuities, and amortization of loans.
• Apply basic matrix operations, including linear programming methods, to solve application problems.
• Demonstrate fundamental probability techniques and application of those techniques, including expected value, to solve problems.
• Apply matrix skills and probability analyses to model applications to solve real-world problems.

Grading: Please consult your instructor's syllabus regarding any and all grading guidelines.

Justin Dart Jr. Center Accommodations:

Academic Adjustments/Auxiliary Aids: The University of Houston System complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, pertaining to the provision of reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids for students who have a disability. In accordance with Section 504 and ADA guidelines, University of Houston strives to provide reasonable academic adjustments/auxiliary aids to students who request and require them. If you believe that you have a disability requiring an academic adjustments/auxiliary aid, please visit Justin Dart Jr. Student Accessibility Center website at https://www.uh.edu/accessibility/ for more information.

UH CAPS

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) can help students who are having difficulties managing stress, adjusting to college, or feeling sad and hopeless. You can reach (CAPS) by calling 713-743-5454 during and after business hours for routine appointments or if you or someone you know is in crisis. No appointment is necessary for the "Let's Talk" program, a drop-in consultation service at convenient locations and hours around campus.