Description
College Algebra
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: model and solve real world situations with quadratic expressions; make use of arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, higher order thinking, or statistical methods; represent and evaluate basic algebraic information; develop mathematical arguments using mathematical reasoning skills and logic to solve algebraic problems; use appropriate technology to enhance their own mathematical thinking understanding and solve algebraic problems and judge the reasonableness of the results; interpret algebraic models, such as formulas, graphs, tables or schematics, and draw inferences from them; and recognize the limitations of algebraic models.
Credit recommendation:
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category OR in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business or Mathematics
Course Description:
This course emphasizes techniques of problem solving using algebraic concepts. Topics include fundamental concepts of algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and graphs, and systems of equations; optional topics include sequences, series, and probability or analytic geometry. Applications in other fields such as finance, medicine, and environmental studies examined with respect to algebraic concepts.
Learner Outcomes:
On completion of the course, students will have the ability to:
- Model and solve real world situations with quadratic expressions
- Make use of arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, higher order thinking, or statistical methods.
- Represent and evaluate basic algebraic information.
- Develop mathematical arguments using mathematical reasoning skills and logic to solve algebraic problems.
- Use appropriate technology to enhance their own mathematical thinking
- Understanding and solve algebraic problems and judge the reasonableness of the results.
- Interpret algebraic models, such as formulas, graphs, tables or schematics, and draw inferences from them.
- Students will be able to recognize the limitations of algebraic models.