M 065~ - Prealgebra

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score or Math Department consent.
This course is designed for those students who need to improve their prealgebra skills. Topics include signed numbers, basic factoring, basic equation solving, an introduction to polynomials, square roots, basic graphing and basic exponent rules. (All Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed numbers.
Use exponents and square roots.
Apply the order of operations.
Use percents, ratios and proportions to solve problems.
Evaluate commonly used formulas.
Translate word statements into algebraic expressions.
Solve single-variable linear equations.
Understand the Cartesian Coordinate System.