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Apr 19, 2024
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2019-2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MA 3 PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE MATH*
This course is a modularized approach to the traditional developmental math sequence. It is comprised of 15 modules that students can advance through at their own pace. All students placing into the developmental sequence will be required to start in module 1. The first five modules correspond to ma 90: Basic Math Studies: Basic Math Studies is the first of three classes in the developmental mathematics sequence. It provides for a preparation for Introductory Algebra and a solid mathematical background for subsequent classes in the sequence. The focus of the class is on reinforcement of the student?s arithmetic background and its application to common mathematical tasks to include percentage, order of operation, fractions, decimals, average, geometric quantities, and graphical representations of numbers. The emphasis of the three semester sequence is fortification of mental calculation power with minimum reliance on digital calculation.The second Five modules correspond to ma 95: Introductory Algebra: Introductory Algebra is the second of three classes in the developmental mathematics sequence. It provides a development of concepts of variables, expressions, and equations using symbolic algebra to represent primarily linear relationships both graphically and analytically. The concept of function will be developed for the application of linear equations and concepts of dependent and independent variable. Students will also learn to solve simultaneous linear equations as well as how to construct linear equations from slope and point information. Application problems will include geometric figure quantities, ratio and proportion, direct and indirect variation, and conversion of units. Finding the greatest common factor of a polynomial will also be included. The emphasis of the three-semester sequence is fortification of mental calculation power with minimum reliance on digital calculation.The last five modules correspond to ma 98: Intermediate Algebra: Intermediate Algebra is the last of three classes in the developmental mathematics sequence. It provides a development of primarily nonlinear function, specifically quadratic, radical, and rational. Students will learn to apply concepts of combining like terms, using the distributive property, and factoring quadratic expressions. Students will also learn to understand and apply algebraic methods to solve literal equations, applications of Pythagorean Theorem, and geometric problems of perimeter, area, and volume. The emphasis of the three semester sequence is fortification of mental calculation power with minimum reliance on digital calculation.A minimum of five modules will be required per semester to earn a passing grade in this course. Prerequisite: Completion of MA002. 3 Credits Prerequisite: Completion of MA002.
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