MATH 091 Basic Algebra
is a concentrated study of the topics in Beginning Algebra. The topics include the real number system, first degree equations, signed numbers, integer exponents, elementary graphing, products and quotients of algebraic expressions, systems of linear equations in two variables, radicals and quadratic equations, scientific notation, ratio problems, percent, and variation. A thorough discussion is presented on applied (word) problems with strong emphasis on identifying word problems by type and learning the procedures for each type. Algebraic methods are used in geometry problems, concentrating on finding the areas and perimeters of two-dimensional geometric figures. This course is applicable toward all certificates (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 4.0).
Prerequisite
both of the following: (1) MATH 090 [grade of 'C' or higher] or satisfactory score on the mathematics placement exam, and (2) eligibility for ENGL 101 or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 090 and ENGL 097