Maricopa Community Colleges  GAM195   19964-20045 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/22/04
GAM195 19964-20045 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Casino Mathematics
Applies mathematics principles to casino operations and game control. Includes review of arithmetic and analysis of odds and probabilities relative to casino games. Reviews basic casino accounting and reporting procedures. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
GAM195   19964-20045 Casino Mathematics
1. Apply basic principles of mathematics to a variety of casino operations.(I)
2. Trace the development of probability theory.(II)
3. Describe how the element of chance influences gambling decisions.(II)
4. Analyze odds and percentages as related to casino games.(II)
5. Identify a variety of gambling systems and describe their impact on game outcomes.(III)
6. Identify and describe a variety of casino scams.(III)
7. Identify and define standard principles and practices of accounting and apply them to casino operations.(IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
GAM195   19964-20045 Casino Mathematics
    I. Mathematics Review
        A. Addition and Subtraction
        B. Multiplication and Division
        C. Fractions and Percentages
      II. Mathematics Applied to Casino Games
          A. Probability Theory
          B. Calculating Odds
          C. The House Statistical Edge
        III. Gambling Systems
            A. Table Game Systems
            B. Slot Systems
            C. Casino Scams
          IV. Casino Accounting and Reporting Procedures
              A. Credits and Debits
              B. Cash Reconciliation
              C. Reporting Procedures
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