MATH 1510 - Geometry for Elementary/Middle School Teachers

This course explores the fundamental ideas of planar and spatial geometry. Content includes the analysis and classification of geometric figures; the study of geometric transformations; the concepts of tessellation, symmetry, congruence, and similarity; and an overview of measurement. The course also includes an introduction to the use of computers in the teaching and learning of informal geometry.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1500 with a grade of “C” or better.

Credits: 4 hours

Notes: A graphing calculator is required. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.