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First-year Interest Groups (FIGs)

FIG #21: The Patterns in Your Mind



FIG Clusters: Fall Quarter
Cluster Description:
Explore how anthropology, linguistics, and mathematics provide us with tools to discover and describe patterns in the real world. NOTE: Final registration for this FIG will not be complete until the student earns a minimum ALEKS Math Placement Assessment (MPA) score of 35, or appropriate transfer credit.

Courses

Class
 Instructor 
 Days 
 Time 
 Credits 
 GUR 
Anthropology 247
Judy Pine
MWF
1:00 - 2:20 pm
5
SSC 
Mathematics 112
Amber Hixson
MTWRF
12:00 - 12:50 PM
5
QSR 
Seminar 101
Staff
MW
9:00 - 9:50 am
2
 

Total Credits:

12
 

Course Descriptions for The Patterns in Your Mind

  • Anthropology 247, Intro to Linguistic Anthropology, (Judy Pine) 5cr, SSC, CRN: 44089
    The study of language from an anthropological perspective. Includes an introduction to the structure and patterning of language, the study of language as it is used in daily life, and the role of language in human evolution.
  • Mathematics 112, Functions and Algebraic Methods, (Amber Hixson) 5cr, QSR, CRN: 44088
    Pattern recognition and generalization, building mathematical models and problem solving are emphasized. Supporting topics include polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, graphs, rational expressions, radicals and functions. Graphing calculator required. Cannot be counted toward majors or minors in mathematics or computer science. NOTE: Final registration for this course will not be complete until the student earns a minimum ALEKS Math Placement Assessment (MPA) score of 35, or appropriate transfer credit.
  • Seminar 101, Perspectives on Learning, (Staff) 2cr, CRN: 40656
    An introductory seminar offering an exploration of academic content and essential questions about the structure of patterns. How can patterns be discovered, described symbolically, and put to use. Includes embedded instruction in academic skills and use of campus resources pertinent to exploration of the FIG cluster theme. Concludes with an academic presentation.

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