MATH 0990- Elementary Algebra

Description:

Designed for students with an ACT math score of 13-17, or for students needing to learn or review elementary algebra. Covers operations on integers, fractions, integral exponent, polynomials with factoring, linear and quadratic equations with applications, rational expressions, linear systems, graphing, and radicals. Computer-assisted instruction. Satisfies prerequisites for MATH 1010. Prerequisite: MATH 0920 or ACT score of 13 or higher. 4 lecture hours per week.

All developmental mathematics classes at Dixie College will:

Require students to perform mathematical processes including whole numbers, fractions, percentages, decimals, proportions/ratios, integers, and algebraic equations.
Provide students with application problems that use a variety of methods including arithmetical, algebraic, and geometric.
Challenge students to make inferences from mathematical models that include formulas, graphs, and tables.
Provide students with real-life applications that use a variety of mathematical functions.

Upon successful completion of Math 0990, a student will demonstrate through testing and projects the ability to:

Perform arithmetical operations on rational numbers (including fractions, decimals, and signed numbers) with and without a calculator.
Perform mathematical processes with percentages and use them in real-life applications.
Demonstrate the concept of equivalence including the use of variables to define relationships.
Use geometric formulas and apply them to angles, perimeters, areas, and volumes.
Use the mathematical processes of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, signed numbers, proportions/ratios, and algebraic equations with problems solving skills in real-life modeling exercises.
Graph linear equations in two variables using slope and intercept.
Solve systems of linear equations in two variables by graphing and algebra.
Solve quadratic equations.
Apply mathematical processes to polynomials and radicals.
Go on to MATH 1010 and succeed.