Description
This is an applied course in mathematics for industrial fields. Topics include fundamentals of algebra, geometry and basic trigonometry and their applications to industry. Not intended for students planning to transfer to a four-year college.
Grading Basis
Graded
Course Learning Outcomes
Core Topics
- Using algebraic problem-solving techniques to solve equations and to model and solve real-life problems
- Linear Equations
- Systems of equations in two variables
- Understanding and properly applying estimation and rounding through industry standards
- Precision
- Accuracy
- Manipulating and evaluating formulas with algebra and basic arithmetic
- Plane Geometry:
- Circles and Polygons
- Area, Perimeter, Circumference
- Angle measure
- Similar and Congruent Figures
- Solid Geometry:
- Prisms, Spheres, Cylinders
- Volumes, Surface Area
- Trigonometry:
- Right and Oblique Triangles
- Trigonometric Functions
- Solving Triangles