Modeling and measurement noise in a math elective course

Course:  Math elective, such as Math for Liberal Arts, but designed for students with a more practical emphasis, such as students majoring in welding, physical therapy, etc. 

What skills do the faculty in the students’ majors want?

1. Spreadsheet skills
   
2. Skill in using even rather complex formulas.
   
3. Flexibility in using basic algebra, geometry, and unit conversions.
   
4. Skill in reading technical material with numbers.
   
5. Understanding of issues involving using unfamiliar and unusual measuring instruments.