Elementary Algebra

C. CATALOG
DESCRIPTION:

A second course in a two-semester sequence intended to prepare
developmental students for degree mathematics courses . Topics
include word problems, operations with rational expressions ,
graphing, systems of equations, quadratic equations, and
operations with radicals. This course does not apply toward an
associate degree. Prerequisites: MT006 or appropriate college
equivalent , and/or appropriate mathematics level code. Level code
is de termined by Mathematics Department placement test and/or
successful completion of mathematics courses.

D. DURATION OF
INSTRUCTIONAL
PERIOD:

One hundred fifty (150) minutes per week for fifteen (15) weeks.
Three (3) College Credit Hours. Zero (0) Degree Credit Hours.

E. ACADEMIC
CREDIT HOURS:

3 (NOT FOR DEGREE CREDIT)

F. SUGGESTED TEXT/
COURSE MATERIALS:

See book specific outline. Scientific calculator required .

G. COURSE OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Perform common, trinomial and perfect square factoring .
2. Perform fundamental operations with algebraic fractions,
simplify complex fractions and solve rational equations.
3. Sketch and inter pret the graphs of linear equations .
4. Determine the equation of a line using slope-intercept and
point-slope forms of a line.
5. Solve systems of linear equations by graphing, addition
and substitution methods.
6. Perform fundamental operations with square roots and
solve radical equations .
7. Solve quadratic equations by factoring and by quadratic
formula.
8. Demonstrate a "sense of numbers" by determining if a
mathematical solution is "reasonable."
9. Present organized written work and show a check to avoid
careless mistakes.
10. Perform mental arithmetic, use a calculator effectively to
solve and check mathematical calculations and determine
when each is appropriate.
11. Read critically and think logically when solving application
problems.
12. TECHNOLOGY OBJECTIVES:
  i. Use the arithmetic operations on the scientific
calculator to solve algebraic and real world algebraic problems.
  ii. Demonstrate an understanding of the keys:
key/inv key
  iii. Demonstrate an understanding of order of operations on the scientific calculator.

H. PROGRAM
COMPETENCIES:

See J. – ECC Graduate Learning Outcomes

I. SUNY General
Education Ten
Knowledge Areas:

Not Applicable

J. ECC Graduate Learning
Outcomes (GLO):

Apply appropriate mathematical procedures and quantitative
methods.
Related Course Objectives: 1-12

K. ASSESSMENT OF
STUDENT LEARNING:

It is recommended that at least 3 hourly exams be given during
the semester. Instructors are encouraged to use additional
methods of evaluation to include: weekly quizzes, graded
assignments, and take-home tests. It is helpful to include review
questions in exams throughout the course.

L. LIBRARY RESOURCES:

Library project is optional for this course.