Discipline: Mathematics Degree Credit  [ ]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Mathematics 90A


COURSE DESCRIPTION
90A Special Topics: Whole Numbers & Intro to Fractions Units: 1.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
A course covering the four basic mathematical operations as they apply to whole numbers with an introduction to fractions. Emphasis is placed on applications to real world problems. Computations will be performed without the use of any calculating device. 18 hours lecture. (Non-degree credit course. Pass/No Pass only.)
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
A course designed for students who wish an introduction to, or reinforcement in, basic mathematical concepts and applications involving whole numbers and fractions.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.  Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers.

2.  Evaluate whole number expressions using the order of operations.

3.  Solve applications involving whole numbers.

4.  Solve simple linear equations involving whole numbers.

5.  Simplify Multiply and divide fractions.

6.  Create and simplify ratios involving whole numbers.

7.  Solve proportions involving whole numbers.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Standard notation
  2. Basic addition and multiplication facts
  3. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers
  4. Rounding and estimating
  5. Exponential notation
  6. Order of operations with whole numbers
  7. Applications involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers
  8. One-step equations involving whole numbers
  9. Factorization
  10. Fraction notation – proper, improper, mixed
  11. Greatest common factor
  12. Simplify fractions
  13. Ratios and proportions
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Class lectures, discussions, and demonstrations of the fundamental laws of arithmetic for whole numbers and fractions and their applications to real world problems.
  • Drills and pattern practices utilizing hand-outs and/or computer-based tools in order to  assist the students in mastering the techniques involved in applying the fundamental  laws of arithmetic to whole numbers and fractions. 
  • Provision and employment of a variety of learning resources such as videos, slides, audio tapes, computer-based tools, manipulatives, and worksheets in order to address multiple learning styles and to reinforce material. 
  • Pair and small group activities, discussions, and exercises in order to promote mathematics discovery and enhance problem solving skills.
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Evaluation of written homework assignments and/or computerized homework assignments for correct application of the fundamental arithmetic laws as they apply to whole numbers and fractions.
  • Evaluation of quizzes and midterm/final examinations for conceptual understanding as well as correct technique and application of the laws of arithmetic as applied to whole numbers and fractions.
  • Assessment of classroom discovery activities for content knowledge and conceptual understanding.
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Bittinger, Marvin L. . Basic Mathematics, with MyMathLab software. 9th ed. Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, 2003.
  • The Learning Equation Software/Workbooks, Brooks/Cole Publishing Company
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