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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Mathematics 90C


COURSE DESCRIPTION
90C Special Topics: Decimals Units: 1.00
 
Prerequisite(s): MAT 90B: Special Topics: Fractions & Intro to Decimals
A course covering the four basic mathematical operations as they apply to decimals. 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 decimals.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
Before entering the course, students will be able to:
  1. A course designed for students who wish an introduction to, or reinforcement in, basic mathematical concepts and applications involving decimals.

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

  3. Solve applications involving whole numbers.

  4. Solve simple linear equations involving whole numbers and fractions.

  5. Order and round decimals.

  6. Convert between fraction and decimal notation.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.  Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals.

2.  Evaluate decimal expressions using the order of operations.

3.  Solve applications involving decimals.

4.  Solve equations involving decimals.

5.  Create and convert percentages.

6. Solve percentage applications.

7.  Convert the fundamental units of measurement within and between the U.S. and metric   systems.

8.  Communicate mathematical concepts using the symbols and vocabulary of arithmetic.
   
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Review of basic decimal concepts – decimal notation, order and rounding, converting   between fraction and decimal notation
  2. Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals
  3. Order of operations with decimals
  4. Applications involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of decimals
  5. Estimating
  6. One-step equations involving decimals
  7. Percent notation
  8. Converting fractions, decimals and percents
  9. Solving percent problems using equations and proportions
  10. Application involving percents – sales tax, commission, discount, interest
  11. Converting American measurements
  12. Converting Metric measurements
  13. Converting between American and Metric systems of measurement

 
 
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 applied to decimals 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 decimals. 
  • 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 decimals.
  • 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 decimals.
  • 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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