MATH 91 Concepts & Skills Numeracy Algebra

Strengthens concepts and skills in numeracy and algebra necessary to resolve an incomplete grade received in MATH 070 through MATH 099 or to prepare for a mathematics placement examination. Requires that a learning contract be developed between the student and instructor. (N)

Credits

1-4

Outcomes

1. Make mathematical conclusions based on pertinent information and interpret them in context.
2. Use multiple representations (graphical, algebraic, geometric, contextual) of expressions and equations consistently and fluently.
3. Define, identify, and give examples of equivalent linear and quadratic expressions.
4. Factor the greatest common factor from an expression; factor trinomials.
5. Define and demonstrate what it means for a number to be a solution to linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, and systems of equations.
6. Solve systems of linear equations algebraically and graphically.
7. Solve quadratic equations graphically.
8. Convert among the various representations of quadratic change (graphs, formulas, tables, context-based).
9. Model geometric situations that involve irrational numbers defined by square roots.