MATH095 Basic Algebra

Department of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics: Mathematics

  1. Course Number and Title

    MATH095 Basic Algebra
  2. Number of Credits

    3 credits
  3. Minimum Number of Instructional Minutes Per Semester

    2250 minutes
  4. Prerequisites



  5. Other Pertinent Information


  6. Catalog Course Description

    This is an introductory course in Algebra. Topics include operations with numerical and algebraic expressions, including rational and radical expressions, factoring, and graphing. Study skills are also emphasized.
  7. Required Course Content and Direction

    1. Learning Goals:

      Course Specific:
      The student will be able to:
      1. add, subtract, multiply, and divide signed numbers.
      2. simplify algebraic expressions by distributive property and combining like terms.
      3. solve linear equations and use linear equations to solve applications.
      4. add, subtract, multiply polynomials and divide polynomials by monomials.
      5. factor simple polynomials and solve quadratic equations by factoring.
      6. add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational expressions.
      7. graph a linear equation.
      8. find the slope of a line.
      9. evaluate and simplify radicals, specifically square roots.
    2. Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities:

      1. Properties of and operations with real numbers
      2. Properties of and operations with algebraic expressions
      3. Factoring of algebraic expressions
      4. Operations with rational expressions
      5. Solving of linear equations, inequalities, and quadratic equations by factoring
      6. Properties and operations with radical expressions
      7. Introduction to graphing of linear equations and slope concepts
      8. Solving of applications using linear and quadratic equations

    3. Assessment Methods for Core Learning Goals:

      All Discipline-Specific Course Objectives will be assessed as follows:

      The student will apply mathematical concepts and principles to identify and solve problems presented through informal assessment, such as oral communication among students and between teacher and students. Formal assessment will consist of open-ended questions reflecting theoretical and applied situations.
    4. Assessment Methods for Core Learning Goals:

    5. Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Students:

      There is a departmentally selected textbook. Details on other materials provided by the instructor of each course section. See course format. Student notebook is required and a calculator is optional.
  8. Teaching Methods Employed

    Primary teaching methods include lectures, recitation, problem solving, and class discussion.

Review/Approval Date - 4/06