Math 15 (MWF, 10-11 AM) 1st Sem, SY 2024-2025
This course deals with nature of mathematics, appreciation of its practical, intellectual, and aesthetic dimensions, and applications of mathematical tools in daily life. The course begins with an introduction to the nature of mathematics as an exploration of pattern (in nature and the environment) and as an application of inductive and deductive reasoning. By exploring these topics, students are encourage to go beyond the typical understanding of mathematics as merely set of formulas but as a source of aesthetics in patterns of nature, for example, and a rich language in itself (and of science) governed by logic and reasoning.
This course then proceeds to survey ways in which mathematics provides a tool for understanding and dealing with various aspects of present-day living, such as managing personal finances, making social choices, appreciating geometric designs, understanding codes used in data transmission and security, and dividing limited resources fairly. These aspects will provide opportunities of actual doing mathematics in a broad range of exercises that bring out various dimensions of mathematics as a way of knowing, and test the students’ understanding and capacity.
AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS FINANCE
Agricultural Business
Finance
provides students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles,
tools, and strategies essential for managing agricultural enterprises. This
course covers key financial topics such as budgeting, financial statement
analysis, investment evaluation, risk management, and credit assessment, with a
focus on their application in the agricultural sector. Students will learn to
analyze market trends, evaluate financial performance, and make informed
decisions about financing and capital management. Emphasis is placed on
sustainable business practices, financial planning, and the use of emerging
technologies (e.g., FinTech) in agricultural finance. Case studies and
real-world examples will be integrated to enhance practical understanding. Upon
completion, students will be equipped to manage the financial aspects of
agricultural businesses and assess the financial viability of agricultural
investments.
POSTHARVEST HANDLING OF DURABLE AND PLANTATION CROPS
Postharvest handling is the stage of crop production immediately following harvest, including cooling, cleaning, sorting and packing. And also, it is a system of handling, storing, and transporting agricultural commodities after harvest.