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Mathematics Courses

MATH 0092

Algebra Foundations

Credits: 3

Description: This course is an introduction to algebra concepts. This course covers polynomials, equations, formulas, ratios, proportions, graphing, factoring, and systems of linear equations and their solutions, exponents, rational expressions, radicals, and quadratic equations. All topics have appropriate applications to the technical college educaton. Prerequisite(s): MATH0080 or appropriate assessment score

Credit Breakdown: 3/0/0 (Lecture/Lab/On the job training)


Outline

This course should help you gain the following abilities and competencies.

Core Abilities

  1. Demonstrate career/computation skills.

Competencies

  1. Perform basic math functions on signed numbers
  2. Perform basic math functions on fractions
  3. Perform basic math functions on radicals
  4. Perform basic math functions on exponents
  5. Solve linear equations
  6. Perform basic math functions on polynomials
  7. Perform basic math functions on rational expressions
  8. Perform basic math functions on quadratic expressions
  9. Perform basic math functions using variables
  10. Solve applied problems

Guidelines for Success

ADA Statement 4

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, learners are encouraged to register with Learning Services Director in the Learning Enrichment Center for assistance with accommodations. It is the learner's responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially disclose information regarding the nature and extent of a disability. The college cannot assume responsibility for providing accommodations or services to learners who have not identified themselves as having a qualifying disability.

Last Updated: 2011-05-23