Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SAYA-0026
Version:
5
Organization's ID:
MA001: College Algebra
Organization:
Saylor Academy
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced (90 hours)
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Applied College Algebra
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce intermediate-level algebraic operations and how algebraic methods are used in real-world applications. Topics include systems of linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, and operations with rational expressions.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Solve linear, rational, quadratic, absolute value, exponential and logarithmic equations, and inequalities involving linear and nonlinear components
  • Summarize the fundamental properties of the basic functions and their inverses using standard function notation, graphing, and algebraic operations
  • Describe how transformations and combinations affect the fundamental properties of the basic functions using standard function notation, graphing, and algebraic operations
  • Model observed behavior, data, and real-life scenarios involving the basic functions using standard function notation, graphs, and algebraic operations
  • Illustrate the properties of rational and polynomial inequalities using standard notation, graphs, and algebraic operations
  • Apply the fundamental theorem of algebra to identify local properties of polynomials
  • Interpret solutions to systems of linear and nonlinear equations and inequalities constructed from real-world scenarios
  • Identify the basic properties of arithmetic and geometric sequences and series
  • Summarize the fundamental properties of the basic conic sections using graphing and algebraic operations

General Topics:

  • Equations and Inequalities
  • Introduction to Functions
  • Algebraic Operations on Functions
  • Linear Functions
  • Polynomial Functions
  • Rational Functions
  • Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
  • Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
  • Systems of Equations and Inequalities
  • Introduction to Conic Sections
  • Introduction to Sequences and Series
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Quizzes
  • proctored final exam
Supplemental Materials
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