MATH 147 - Introductory Game Theory

The course introduces mathematical models for situations of conflict, whether actual or recreational. Topics include matrix representation of games, two-person and n-person games, zero and nonzero-sum games, Nash equilibria, cooperation and the prisoner's dilemma. Application to topics such as warfare, business decisions, football, environmental policy, evolution, voting, and poker will be considered.
Prerequisites: MATH 101 OR MATH PLACEMENT LEVEL 1 OR HIGHER

Credit Hours: 4General Education Code: 1M
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.

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