MATH 1013 Syllabus

Subject Code

MATH

Course Number

1013

Course Title

Algebraic Concepts

Prerequisites

Appropriate algebra placement test score or successful completion of MATH 0098 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

None

Terms Offered

Credit Hours

Course Description

This course emphasizes the concepts and operations that are applied to the study of algebra. Topics include basic mathematical concepts, basic algebraic concepts, and intermediate algebraic concepts.

Course Outcomes

Basic Mathematical Concepts

  • Solve problems using exponents, roots, and scientific notation.
  • Simplify radicals and use them in arithmetic operations.
  • Use a scientific calculator to perform basic arithmetic operations.
  • Perform operations using signed numbers.
  • Define absolute value and use in calculations.
  • Use signed numbers in application problems.
  • Apply hierarchy of operations to solve mathematical problems requiring multiple operations.

Basic Algebraic Concepts

  • Define concept and notation used for variable quantities.
  • Combine like terms.
  • Perform operations on algebraic expressions.
  • Compute the value of expressions using the laws of exponents.
  • Factor polynomials.
  • Solve linear equations.
  • Solve quadratic equations by factoring and by use of the quadratic formula.
  • Solve formulas for a designated unknown.
  • Solve applied problems involving linear or quadratic equations.
  • Set-up and solve problems with direct, inverse, and joint variations. (Optional)

Intermediate Algebraic Concepts

  • Define relations and functions.
  • Evaluate linear and quadratic functions.
  • Graph linear and quadratic functions on the rectangular and coordinate system.
  • Solve applied problems using linear and quadratic functions.
  • Solve systems of linear equations with two unknowns.
  • Solve systems of linear equations with three unknowns. (Optional)