MAT-100 - Contemporary Mathematical Applications

This is designed to be an applications course for certain technologies. The emphasis is on solving real-world problems pertaining to those technologies by applying arithmetic, algebraic and geometric concepts previously learned. Utilizing the TI-30x scientific calculator to solve problems involving SI metrics, unit analyses, formulas, and mensuration will also be covered. Restricted to Landscape, Construction Management, Graphic Arts, and Energy Systems students ONLY. It is not recommended for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution.

Prerequisite(s)

MAT-062, MAT-087 (minimum grade C-) or placement at a higher level on the math placement test.

Problems

  1. Convert 542.31 millimeters into meters. Round your answer off to the nearest hundredth if necessary.
  2. Convert 20/6π  to degrees:

  3. mat-100 problem 3

Answers/Solutions

  1. 0.54 meters
  2. 200 degrees
  3. 2.72 km