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Nov 21, 2024
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2023-2024 WWCC College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MATH 037 - Corequisite Algebra for MATH& 107 and MATH& 131 Credits: 3 LEC hours per week: 3 MATH 037 is an intermediate algebra course to be taken concurrently with MATH& 107 or MATH& 131 . The course focuses on developing and applying numeric, algebraic, graphic, and metacognitive skills necessary for success in MATH& 107 , Math in Society, and in MATH& 131 , Mathematics for Elementary Education I. This course has Pass/Not Pass grading. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in MATH 071 , MATH 014 , CAP 014 , HSC 014 , or AMATH 106 , appropriate placement, or permission of the Mathematics Department. Corequisite(s): MATH& 107 or MATH& 131 . Course Outcomes:
- Use decimal place value to read and order numbers on a number line.
- Use Order of Operations to evaluate expressions including those with fractions and rational exponents.
- Calculate with and convert between decimals, fractions, and percentages and interpret their significance in a variety of contexts.
- Convert between decimal and scientific notation.
- Measure time in seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, quarters, and years and convert between these units of time.
- Measure length in inches, feet, yards, millimeters, centimeters, and meters.
- Translate between simple word phrases and mathematical notation, using variables to represent quantities where necessary.
- Evaluate a formula given a list of variable values.
- Solve single variable linear equations and proportions.
- Solve simple single variable equations involving exponentials and logarithms.
- Solve a multivariable equation or formula for a given variable.
- Classify a relationship between two variables as linear, exponential, logarithmic, or none of these.
- Create and use the graphs of points and lines in the plane.
- Generate an equation of a line given sufficient characteristics.
- Read and interpret graphs, charts, and tables.
- Demonstrate techniques that improve learning and problem solving.
- Use technology as a tool for calculating and graphing.
- Explain the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.
- Practice productive struggle to creatively solve problems, enhance metacognition, and strengthen independent learning.
- Access and use educational resources to supplement ongoing learning.
Course Topics:
- Number line
- Order of operations
- Decimals, fractions, and percentages
- Exponents and scientific notation
- Units of measurement
- Variables and formulas
- Solving equations
- Linear equations and lines
- Exponentials and logarithms
- Graphs
- Problem-solving skills
- Study skills
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