Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SOPH-0055
Organization's ID:
MA1020
Organization:
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-paced (60-90 days)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 mathematics for non-STEM majors
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to apply mathematics in the workplace and a variety of non-STEM field

Learning Outcomes:

  • solve basic arithmetic equations
  • simplify multi-step algebraic expressions
  • evaluate arithmetic expressions involving fractions and decimals
  • perform conversions between decimals, fractions, and percents to solve real_x0002_world problems
  • solve linear algebraic equations
  • solve linear inequality word problems
  • use the slope-intercept form to identify coordinates, slope, and lines on a graph
  • use the counting principle and probability to solve real-world problems
  • solve word problems using mean, median, and mode
  • examine graphs to identify values and determine possible data subjectivity
  • examine common paycheck questions such as gross versus net pay, deductions, and tax implications
  • use the power of simple and compound interest to determine the true cost/benefit of loans and investments
  • use geometric formulas to better understand sizes of common objects.

General Topics:

  • Real numbers
  • Simplifying expressions and combining like terms
  • Computation with decimals and fractions
  • Converting decimals, fractions, and percents
  • Solving linear equations
  • Solving linear inequalities
  • Graphing linear equations & inequalities exponents
  • Radicals
  • Exponential and logarithmic functions
  • Employment
  • Loans, interest, and investments
  • Counting principle and probability
  • Statistics
  • Measures of center and spread
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials

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