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Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning Competency

(6 hours)

The Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning requirement develops the ability to understand and solve quantitative problems that arise in a variety of contexts.

1. Mathematics Requirement (3 hours)

Students learn tools for understanding patterns that appear in the sciences, as well as the humanities. Students apply algebra to solve quantitative problems.

Timeline: The Mathematics Requirement must be met before students have completed 56 hours of coursework.

Requirement: Student ACT or SAT scores, as well as past coursework in mathematics, can help students select the first course in mathematics. However, MTH 150, MTH 151, MTH 152, MTH 250, or MTH 350 may not be used to satisfy the Mathematics Requirement, and a single course may not be used to meet both the Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning Requirements. A student may satisfy the Mathematics Requirement in one of two ways:

  1. Earning a grade of C (2.0) or better in any mathematics (MTH) or statistics (STA) course numbered 105 or above (excluding MTH 150, MTH 151, MTH 152, MTH 250, MTH 350) OR
  2. Successfully completing the Mathematics Competency Examination or any CLEP or AP examination approved for credit in a mathematics (MTH) or statistics (STA) course numbered higher than MTH 105 (excluding MTH 150, MTH 151, MTH 152, MTH 250, MTH 350).

Mathematics Competency Examination

Students seeking to satisfy the Mathematics Requirement by successfully completing the Mathematics Competency Examination must pass the exam by the time they have completed 56 hours of academic credit at CMU. Students who transfer more than 36 credit hours to CMU may take the competency examination only during their first semester at CMU.

The Mathematics Competency Examination consists of 40 questions. The Mathematics Requirement is satisfied by an overall score of at least 80% on the test. Students will be allowed two retests. Students who fail to obtain an overall score of at least 80% are required to meet the Mathematics Requirement as previously described. The Mathematics Competency Examination is administered by the Certified Testing Center (https://www.cmich.edu/academics/certified-testing-center) or call 989-774-1092.

Mathematics Competency Courses

Some of these courses are also approved for UP Subgroup II-B.

MTH 105Intermediate Algebra

3(3-0)
MTH 107College Algebra

3(3-0)
MTH 113Mathematics: A Modeling Approach

3(3-0)
MTH 130Pre-Calculus Mathematics

4(4-0)
MTH 132Calculus I

4(4-0)
MTH 133Calculus II

4(4-0)
MTH 175Discrete Mathematics

3(3-0)
MTH 217Business Calculus

4(4-0)
MTH 223Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory

3(3-0)
MTH 232Linear Algebra and Differential Equations

3(3-0)
MTH 233Calculus III

4(4-0)
MTH 296Special Topics in Mathematics

1-6(Spec)
MTH 332Introduction to Mathematical Proof

3(3-0)
MTH 334Differential Equations

3(3-0)
MTH 341College Geometry

3(3-0)
MTH 363Problem-Based Probability and Statistics for Secondary Teachers

3(3-0)
MTH 397Independent Study

1-6(Spec)
MTH 434Introduction to Partial Differential Equations

3(3-0)
MTH 438Numerical Analysis I

3(3-0)
MTH 439Numerical Analysis II

3(3-0)
STA 282QRIntroduction to Statistics

3(3-0)
STA 382QRElementary Statistical Analysis

3(3-0)
STA 392Probability and Statistics for Engineers

3(3-0)

2. Quantitative Reasoning Requirement (3 hours)

Quantitative reasoning involves the application of mathematics in applied contexts. The overarching goal is to establish a foundation for effective quantitative reasoning and problem-solving strategies that are useful for completing a program of study and relevant to the life activities of most people.

Timeline: The Quantitative Reasoning requirement must be met prior to graduation.

Requirement: Students are required to complete, with a grade of C (2.0) or better, 3 credits that have a Quantitative Reasoning (QR) designation. All approved courses have a “QR” designation in the Bulletin. A single course may not be used to meet both the Quantitative Reasoning and Mathematics Requirements.

Quantitative Reasoning Courses:

The following courses have been approved for offering as Quantitative Reasoning:

ANT 341QRForensic Sciences

3(3-0)
BIO 105QRIntroductory Quantitative Biology

3(2-2)
BUS 300QRApplied Business Statistics

3(3-0)
BUS 503QRApplied Lean Six Sigma

3(3-0)
CHM 211QRQuantitative Analysis

4(2-6)
CHM 265QRChemical Physical Science for Elementary Teachers

2(1-3)
COM 257QRPresenting with Numbers and Graphs

3(3-0)
DAS 150QRIntroduction to Data Science

3(2-2)
ECO 222QRBehavioral Economics

3(3-0)
HED 301QRSocial Class in Higher Education

3(3-0)
EGR 190QRDigital Circuits

3(3-0)
EGT 181QRAlternative Energy Analysis

3(2-2)
ENG 274QROdd Words and Word Odds

3(3-0)
ENS 101QROf Earth and Us: Introduction to Environmental Science

3(2-2)
FIN 201QRPersonal Finance

3(3-0)
FIN 323QRIntermediate Personal Finance

3(3-0)
FMD 325QRMerchandising Mathematics & Spreadsheet Applications

3(3-0)
FMD 355QRTextile Analysis

3(2-2)
GEO 203QRIntroduction to Geographic Information Science

3(2-2)
HDF 214QRPersonal and Family Finance

3(3-0)
HDF 401QRQuantitative Methods in Childhood Assessment

3(3-0)
HSC 106QRHealthy Lifestyles

3(2-1)
IND 436QRLighting Design

3(2-2)
JRN 203QRInformation Gathering for the Mass Media

3(3-0)
MCA 265QRUnderstanding Media Measurement

3(3-0)
MET 101QROur Changing Climate

3(2-2)
MTH 103QRQuantitative Reasoning for Informed Citizens

3(3-0)
MTH 212QRGames, Science, and Probability

3
PAD 280QR/PSC 280QRPublic Sector Research Methods

3(3-0)
PES 186QRPrinciples of Physical Fitness for Lifelong Wellness

3(3-0)
PES 218QRSport Analytics

3(3-0)
PHL 141QRIntroduction to Logical Problem Solving

3(3-0)
PHL 145QRChances, Choices, and Everyday Reasoning

3(3-0)
PHS 151QRIntroductory Physical Science I

3(2-2)
PHY 130QRCollege Physics I

4(4-0)
PHY 145QRUniversity Physics I

4(4-0)
PHY 212QRGames, Science, and Probability

3(2-2)
PHY 247QRIntroduction to Modern Physics

4(4-0)
PSC 280QR/PAD 280QRPublic Sector Research Methods

3(3-0)
PSY 211QRIntroduction to Psychological Statistics

3(3-0)
RPL 508QRBudgeting & Funding for Leisure Service Agencies

3(3-0)
SCI 315QRSTEM Project Management

3(2-2)
SOC 200QRIntroduction to Social Research and Analysis

3(3-0)
SPE 311QRFoundations in Educational Assessment

3(3-0)
STA 103QREvidence-based Problem Solving in Modern Society

3(3-0)
STA 212QR/PHY 212QR/MTH 212QRGames, Science, and Probability

3(2-2)
STA 282QRIntroduction to Statistics

3(3-0)
STA 382QRElementary Statistical Analysis

3(3-0)
TAI 350QRCostume Fundamentals

3(3-0)

Note: COM 257QR also satisfies Oral English Competency.