All students admitted to the College for the Winter Term of 1994 and thereafter must meet the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) requirement. The goal of this requirement is to ensure that every graduate of the College achieves a certain level of proficiency in using and analyzing quantitative information. Students may fulfill this requirement either by:
- successfully completing one course (of 3 credits or more) designated
for full QR credit (QR/1); or
- successfully completing two courses (at least one of which must be
of 3 credits or more) designated for half QR credit (QR/2).
QR courses may come from a wide range of disciplines representing the natural and social sciences, as well as some areas of the humanities.
Quantitative reasoning is first and foremost reasoning. It is not mathematical manipulation or computation, but rather the methodology used to analyze quantitative information to make decisions, judgments, and predictions. It involves defining a problem by means of numerical or geometrical representations of real-world phenomena, determining how to solve it, deducing consequences, formulating alternatives, and predicting outcomes.
Advanced Placement (AP) courses may not be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Courses transferred from another college or university do not generally carry QR credit, except in the following circumstances: (1) QR is considered fulfilled for all science, math, and computer science concentrators who transfer in the prerequisites; (2) Transfer credit for Physics 125, 126, 140, 240 and any statistics course receive (QR/1) credit. Courses used to satisfy the QR requirement may also serve to satisfy other College requirements; e.g., students who are working towards an A.B. or B.S. degree may elect a QR course that also counts toward meeting the Area Distribution, Concentration, or other College requirement.
This list is subject to change without notice by the College of LS&A Curriculum Committee.
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 111, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 112, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 007.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 112, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 101, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 102, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 006.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 102, 130, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 115, and prior or concurrent enrollment in Phys. 140. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 102, 112, or 130. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Ecology and Population Biology
Section 001 – This course satisfies Biology concentration requirements in the area of Ecology and Evolution.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Advanced undergraduate or graduate standing, with background in physics, chemistry, biology, or water-related sciences. (3). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1).
Ecology and Population Biology
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Concurrent enrollment in Biol. 483. (3). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1). Satisfies a Biology laboratory requirement. Laboratory fee ($70) required.
Section 100 – Chem 130: Exams Tuesdays, Feb. 1, Mar. 7, and Apr. 4, 6:00-8:00 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: Three years of high school math or Math. 105; one year of high school chemistry recommended. Placement by testing, or permission of Chemistry department. Intended for students without AP credit in chemistry. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 200 – Chem 130: Exams Tuesdays, Feb. 1, Mar. 7, and Apr. 4, 6:00-8:00 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: Three years of high school math or Math. 105; one year of high school chemistry recommended. Placement by testing, or permission of Chemistry department. Intended for students without AP credit in chemistry. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 400 – Chem 130: Exams Tuesdays, Feb. 1, Mar. 7, and Apr. 4, 6:00-8:00 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: Three years of high school math or Math. 105; one year of high school chemistry recommended. Placement by testing, or permission of Chemistry department. Intended for students without AP credit in chemistry. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Comm. Studies 111. (4). (SS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Comm. Studies 211. (3). (SS). (QR/1).
Introductory Courses
Section 100 – Midterm Exams: Thursday, February 10 and Thursday, March 9, 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses
Section 200 – Midterm Exams: Thursday, February 10 and Thursday, March 9, 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses
Section 300.
Instructor(s): John Laitner
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses
Section 400.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses
Section 100.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Econ. 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses
Section 200.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Econ. 400. (4). (SS). (QR/2).
Other Topics in Economics
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101. (3). (SS). (QR/1). Laboratory fee ($30) required.
Economic Theory and Statistics
Section 001 – Students must Enroll For Lec (001) and One Dis (002-011).
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101 and 102, and Math. 115. (4). (SS). (QR/1).
Economic Theory and Statistics
Section 001.
Instructor(s): Susanto Basu
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101 and 102, and Math. 115. (4). (SS). (QR/1).
Economic Theory and Statistics
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Econ. 101 and 102 and Math. 115. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Econ. 405 or Stat. 265, 311, 402, 405, or 412. (4). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1).
Economic Theory and Statistics
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 116 or 118. Juniors and seniors may elect this course concurrently with Econ. 101 or 102. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Stat. 265, 311, or 412. Students with credit for Econ. 404 can only elect Econ. 405 for 2 credits and must have permission of instructor. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Introductory Courses and Courses for Non-concentrators
Section 001 – Lab Required For Undergraduate Marine Geology Majors. Optional For Others.
Instructor(s): McKenna
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in AOSS 203. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Introductory Courses and Courses for Non-concentrators
Prerequisites & Distribution: Concurrent enrollment in GS 222. (1). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001 – Numbers and Reasons
Prerequisites & Distribution: Open to Honors students. (3). (NS).
Section 170 and 171 only by Permission of CSP.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Students with credit for Math. 103 can elect Math. 105 for only 2 credits. No credit granted to those who have completed any Mathematics course numbered 110 or higher. (4). (MSA). (QR/1).
Section 170 and 173 Only by Permission of CSP
Prerequisites & Distribution: Four years of high school mathematics. See Elementary Courses above. Credit usually is granted for only one course from among Math. 112, 115, 185, and 295. No credit granted to those who have completed Math. 175. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 100 – Students must Go to the Math Lab During the First Full Week of Classes.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Four years of high school mathematics. See Elementary Courses above. Credit usually is granted for only one course from among Math. 112, 115, 185, and 295. No credit granted to those who have completed Math. 175. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 115. Credit is granted for only one course from among Math. 116, 119, 156, 176, 186, and 296. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Three years of high school mathematics including a geometry course. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. No credit granted to those who have completed a 200- (or higher) level mathematics course. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
First-Year Seminar,
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Credit is granted for only one course from among Math. 116, 119, 156, 176, 186, and 296. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Prerequisites & Distribution: Permission of the Honors advisor. Credit is granted for only one course from among Math. 114, 116, 119, 156, 176, 186, and 296. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 116, 119, 156, 176, 186, or 296. Credit can be earned for only one of Math. 215, 255, or 285. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 215, 255, or 285. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Math. 417, 419, or 513. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Prior knowledge of first year calculus and permission of the Honors advisor. Credit is granted for only one course from among Math. 116, 119, 156, 176, 186, and 296. (4). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Honors students or permission of instructor. Credit is granted for only one of Phil. 203, 303, or 296. (3). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section – It Is Strongly Recommended That Students Elect One Section of Physics 127 Lab Concurrently With Physics 125. Will Be Three Evening Exams On Thurs., Feb 4, Mar 11, Apr 8, 6-7:30 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: Two and one-half years of high school mathematics, including trigonometry. Phys. 125 and 127 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 140, 145, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section – It Is Strongly Recommended That Students Elect One Section of Physics 128 Lab Concurrently With Physics 126. There Will Be Three Evening Exams On Thurs., Feb 4, Mar 11, and Apr 8, 8-10:00 P.M.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 125. Phys. 126 and 128 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 240 or 260. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section – It Is Strongly Recommended That Students Elect One Section of Physics 141 Lab Concurrently With Physics 140. There Will Be Three Evening Exams On Thurs., Feb 4, Mar 11, And Apr 8, 6-7:30 P.M.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 115. Phys. 140 and 141 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Phys. 125, 145, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 035, 036 – Keller Plan, Self-Paced, Individualized Instruction. No Formal Lectures With These Sections. Important That Students Pick Up Information In 2464 Randall Lab Before Registering For These Sections. Students are encouraged to Elect One Section of Physics 141.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 115. Phys. 140 and 141 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Phys. 125, 145, or 160. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001 – Physics 160 Is Designed For Honors Students, Physics Majors, and Other Qualified Science Or Engineering Majors. Students must Elect One Section of Physics 141. Students Are Expected To Know Calculus and Have a Background In High School Physics.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 115. Students should elect Phys. 141 concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Phys. 125, 140, or 145. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section – There Will Be Three Evening Exams On Thurs., Feb 4, Mar 11 and Apr 8, 8-9:30 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 140, 145 or 160; and Math. 116. Phys. 240 and 241 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 126 or 260. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 035, 036 – Keller Plan Self-Paced, Individualized Instruction. No Formal Lectures With These Sections. Important That Students Pick Up Information In 2464 Randall Before Registering For These Sections. Students are encouraged to Elect One Section of Physics 241.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 140, 145 or 160; and Math. 116. Phys. 240 and 241 are normally elected concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 126 or 260. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001 – Physics 260 Is Designed For Honors Students, Physics Majors and Other Qualified Science Or Engineering Majors. Students must Elect One Section of Physics 241. Students Are Expected To Know Calculus and Have a Background In High School Physics.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 140, 145, or 160; and Math. 116. Students should elect Phys. 241 concurrently. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Phys. 240. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Physics 489. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 125 or 140, and prior or concurrent enrollment in 126 or 240. (3). (NS). (BS). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Phys. 126/128 or 240/241, and Math. 216. (3). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Permission of instructor. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Physics 288. (3). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1). May not be included in a concentration plan in physics.
Section 001.
Instructor(s): David Burkham
Prerequisites & Distribution: (4). (Excl). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Instructor(s): Fredricks
Prerequisites & Distribution: High school algebra. (4). (MSA). (QR/2).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Sociology Honors students should elect this course prior to beginning the Honors Seminar sequence. Sociology concentrators should elect this course prior to their last term. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Stat. 100, 265, 311, 402, 405, or 412, or Econ. 404 or 405. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001 – Sections 002-005 meet the Upper-Level Writing Requirement
Prerequisites & Distribution: One introductory course in sociology; or completion of one social science course in economics, anthropology, political science, psychology or other sociology course. Sociology Honors students should elect this course concurrently with Soc. 397. (4). (Excl). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Instructor(s): Reynolds Farley (renf@umich.edu)
Prerequisites & Distribution: (3). (Excl). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Instructor(s): Barbara Anderson (barba@umich.edu)
Prerequisites & Distribution: Soc. 430 does not meet core requirements for graduate students in sociology. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in 530. (3). (Excl). (QR/2).
Section – There Will Be One (1) Midterm Exam On Thursday, February 24, 6-8 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Soc. 210, Stat. 265, 311, 402, 405, or 412, or Econ. 404 or 405. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 002 – There Will Be One (1) Midterm Exam On Thursday, February 24, 6-8 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Soc. 210, Stat. 265, 311, 402, 405, or 412, or Econ. 404 or 405. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 003 – There Will Be One (1) Midterm Exam On Thursday, February 24, 6-8 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Soc. 210, Stat. 265, 311, 402, 405, or 412, or Econ. 404 or 405. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (3). (MSA). (QR/1).
First-Year Seminar,
Section 001 – There Will Be Three (3) Monday Evening Mid-Term Examinations For Statistics 170.
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Statistics 408. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
Section – There Will Be Two (2) Wednesday Evening Midterm Examinations For Statistics 402 On 2/23 and 3/29, 6-8 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Econ. 404 or 405, or Stat. 265, 311, 405, or 412. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 002 – There Will Be Two (2) Wednesday Evening Midterm Examinations For Statistics 402 On 2/23 and 3/29, 6-8 pm
Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Econ. 404 or 405, or Stat. 265, 311, 405, or 412. (4). (NS). (BS). (QR/1).
Section 001.
Prerequisites & Distribution: Math. 116 or 118. Juniors and seniors may elect this course concurrently with Econ. 101 or 102. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Stat. 265, 311 or 412. Students with credit for Econ. 404 can only elect Stat. 405 for 2 credits and must have permission of instructor. (4). (MSA). (BS). (QR/1).
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