Guiding Syllabus MATH 93 Beginning Algebra

Revision Date
Curriculum Committee
Instruction Council
Implementation Date
Name of Originator
Angela Russell
Review Level
Tier 1
Grading Basis
Graded
Course ID
091725
Course
MATH 93
Beginning Algebra
Class Program
Credits
5
Description

Students will work with polynomials, solve linear equations, graph linear equations in two dimensions, calculate slopes and intercepts for lines, solve systems of linear equations, and use unit analysis to solve applications. This course prepares students for MATH 99. Concurrent enrollment in SDS 103 is recommended.

Prerequisites

MATH 90 or MATH 92 or higher with a grade of "C" (2.0) or better or ABE 40 with a "B-" (2.7) or better, or appropriate placement score.

Meets Degree Requirements For
Not Intended for Transfer, Typically Numbered Below 100.
Course Development Stipend Authorization
None
Weekly Student Contact Hours
5
Lecture Hours per Quarter 50 Lab Hours per Quarter None Clinical Hours per Quarter None
Total Hours Per Quarter
50
Course Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will be able to apply mathematical concepts to real world situations.

    Level
    Beginner
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will be able to apply mathematical concepts to real world situations.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will be able to apply mathematical concepts to real world situations.

    Level
    Beginner
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Expert
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Beginner
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will be able to apply mathematical concepts to real world situations.

    Level
    Beginner
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Students will demonstrate growth in their mathematical skills in terms of graphical analysis, appropriate symbolic manipulation, and underlying theoretical comprehension.

    Level
    Intermediate
No CLO Text Set
Core Topics
  1. Use exponent properties through negative exponents to simplify expressions.
  2. Use Scientific Notation:
    • Convert between decimal notation and scientific notation.
    • Perform arithmetic operations on numbers written in scientific notation.
  3. Use Unit Analysis to convert between measurement systems and solve applications.
  4. Translate between algebraic notation and English.
  5. Evaluate algebraic expressions.
  6. Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials.
  7. Solve linear equations in one variable.
  8. Solve linear inequalities in one variable and use interval notation and set builder notation to write solution sets.
  9. Set up and solve applications involving linear equations including:
    • percents
    • rates and ratios
    • geometry
  10. Compute slopes of lines from points, tables and graphs.
  11. Determine equations of lines in slope-intercept and point-slope given:
    • slope and a point
    • two points
    • graph
    • linear story problem
  12. Graph lines given equations and/or tables.
  13. Determine key components of lines, including slope and intercepts.
  14. Determine if given lines are parallel or perpendicular.
  15. Solve system of linear equations graphically and algebraically including applications.
Text and Reference Materials

Compatibility with course outline, student ability levels, sequence of curriculum. Instructors choose from available pre-algebra/elementary/intermediate texts in consultation with other WVC math instructors.

Special Equipment, Supplies and/or Materials Required

Scientific calculators, possible math homework software on student computer labs.

Academic Credit for Prior Learning
None

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