MATH 037 - Corequisite for Math& 107 and Math& 131

Credits: 4
LEC hours per week: 4
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. Mandatory P/F 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 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.
Translate between simple word phrases and mathematical notation, using variables to represent quantities where necessary.
Evaluate a formula given a list of variable values.
Demonstrate the relationship between linear equations, their graphs, and their solutions.
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 and strategies to supplement learning.
Engage with peers and the course instructor to build relationships and develop community.
Use decimal place value to read and order numbers on a number line (131 only).
Measure length in inches, feet, yards, millimeters, centimeters, and meters. (131 only)
Convert between decimal and scientific notation. (107 only)
Measure time in seconds, minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, quarters, and years and convert between these units of time. (107 only)
Solve a multivariable equation or formula for a given variable. (107 only)
Read and interpret graphs, charts, and tables. (107 only)
Classify a relationship between two variables as linear, exponential, logarithmic, or none of these. (107 only)
Solve simple single variable equations involving exponentials and logarithms.(107)

Course Topics:

Number line (131 only)
Order of operations
Decimals, fractions, and percentages
Exponents and scientific notation (107 only)
Units of measurement
Variables and formulas
Solving equations
Linear equations and lines
Exponentials and logarithms (107 only)
Graphs (107 only)
Problem-solving and study skills

Course Attribute(s): None