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Course Number and Title: MATH 42A Supplemental Instruction for Beginning Algebra Part I
 

Unit Value: 1  

Lecture Hours Per Week: 1  

Lab Hours Per Week:  

Lecture/Lab Hours Per Week:  

 

Grading Basis: Pass/No Pass Only
 
Basic Skills Requirements: Appropriate Language and/or Computational Skills.
 
Requisite(s)
To satisfy a prerequisite, the student must have earned a letter grade of A, B, C or P(Pass) in the prerequisite course, unless otherwise stated.
Prerequisite:
None
Corequisite:
None
Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in
None
Recommended Preparation:
None
Limitation on Enrollment:
None
Catalog Description:
Supplemental instruction for students enrolled in MATH 50A - Beginning Algebra. Designed for students who need additional review of beginning algebra topics.
 
Specific Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
  1. Apply the Algebra concepts learned in Math 50A - Beginning Algebra Part I.
  2. Solve problems using techniques learned in Math 50A - Beginning Algebra Part I.
  3. Apply critical thinking skills to express mathematical ideas covered in Math 50A with clarity and precision, both orally and in writing.
 
Methods of Instruction:
Methods of Instruction may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  1. Lecture
 
Content in Terms of Specific Body of Knowledge:

At least the following topics will be covered:

  1. Use of properties of real numbers, order of operations, and properties of integer exponents  to reorganize and simplify polynomial expressions.
  2. Introduction to the concept of variables to represent relationships from tables, graphs, problem situations, and geometric diagrams.
  3. Comprehensive coverage of linear relationships including the formulations, graphing, analyzing and solving of linear equations.
  4. Use of various problem-solving strategies to analyze problems and to formulate and carry out appropriate solution strategies.
  5. Introduction to a variety of nonlinear relationships and their graphs.
  6. Slope as a rate of change.
  7. Addition and subtraction of polynomials.
  8. The distributive property and factoring.  To include finding the greatest common factor and factoring the greatest common factor from a polynomial expression.
  9. Additional topics may be included at instructor's discretion.
Textbooks/Resources:
May Include Textbooks, Manuals, Periodicals, Software, and Other Resources
  1. Aufmann, Richard N., Vernon C. Barker and Joanne S. Lockwood. Beginning Algebra with Applications. 7th ed. Boston: Houghton Mifflin , 2008.ISBN: 9780618969234
  2. and/or Eduspace - Beginning Algebra with Applications.Houghton Mifflin,Aufmann 7th
Required Reading:
Sections of the required textbook as directed by the instructor.
 
Suggested Reading:
 
Critical Thinking:
Algebra and problem solving builds critical thinking skills.
 
Required Writing:
Algebra problem-solving exercises on homework assignments, quizzes, and written tests are appropriate. In addition, students may be required to write reports from one paragraph to several pages explaining concepts or explaining and interpreting solutions to non-routine or applied problems.
 
Outside Assignments:
Students are expected to spend a minimum of three hours per unit per week in class and on outside assignments, prorated for short-term classes.
Methods of Assessment:
Methods of Assessment may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Class Participation
  • Exams/Tests
  • Quizzes
 
Open Entry/Open Exit:
No, course is not offered as open entry/open exit.
 
Is Course Repeatable for Reason(s) Other Than Deficient Grade? Yes
       Number of times course may be taken for credit:    2   
Specific provision of Title 5 Division 2 section 55041 which qualifies course as repeatable:

Repeatability Provision: 58161 d2A and Section 58161 d2B
 
Contact Person: Mona Ellis