MATH 1340

MATH 1340

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2018-2019.

We apply mathematical reasoning to problems arising in the social sciences. We discuss game theory and its applications to questions of governing and the analysis of political conflicts. The problem of finding fair election procedures to choose among three or more alternatives is analyzed.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Pre-enrollment limited to Arts and Sciences students. Out-of-college students may be able to enroll during the add/drop period.

Distribution Category (MQR-AS)

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  5373 MATH 1340   LEC 001

  • During pre-enrollment, Arts & Sciences students may enroll in MATH 1340 through Student Center up to a limit of 100 students. All others must add themselves to the waiting list (not in Student Center), which will open in January; a link to the waiting list will be added here: http://math.cornell.edu/enrollment-guide. Any student who is unable to pre-enroll in MATH 1340 should be actively considering other options to fulfill their math requirement.