Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning Courses

FAN X91 - Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning I (2)

An in-depth look at mathematical reasoning, problem solving and math study skills. Develops students’ math study skills, confidence in their quantitative abilities, and to learn how understanding mathematics is both one of the keys to mastering other disciplines, and useful in everyday situations. Topics include language and notation of mathematics. Students who have taken any MATH course numbered 100 or higher or FAN X92 or FAN X99 first may not then take this course for further credit.

FAN X92 - Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning II (2)

An in-depth look at mathematical reasoning, problem solving and math study skills. Develops students’ math study skills, confidence in their quantitative abilities, and to learn how understanding mathematics is both one of the keys to mastering other disciplines, and useful in everyday situations. Topics include language and notation of mathematics. Prerequisite: FAN X91 with a grade of at least a C. Students who have taken any MATH course numbered 100 or higher first may not then take this course for further credit. Students with credit for FAN X99 may not take this course for further credit.

FAN X99 - Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning (4)

Designed for students who need to upgrade their mathematical background in preparation for SFU Q courses. Also recommended for students who wish to refresh skills after several years away from mathematics. An in-depth look at what mathematics is; mathematical reasoning, problem solving and math study skills. Review of fundamental topics and concepts of mathematics and their real-world applications. This course aims to develop students' math study skills, confidence in their quantitative abilities, and to learn how understanding mathematics is both one of the keys to mastering other disciplines, and useful in everyday situations. Students who receive a grade less than a C on their first attempt may re-enroll. The offering of this course is for credit. Students who have taken, have received transfer credit for, or are currently taking FAN X92 or any MATH class numbered 100 or higher may not take FAN X99 for credit without the permission from the Department of Mathematics.