Common Course Outline for: MATH 0601 Pre-college Math 1

A. COURSE DESCRIPTION 1. Credits: 3 2. Class Hours per Week: 3 hours 3. Prerequisites: Placement in MATH 0601 4. Preparation for: MATH 0630, 0990, 1020, 1050, 1080 or 1100 based on the number of learning objectives mastered. 5. MnTC Goals: None

MATH 0601 offers a complete review of pre-college level mathematics. Topics include polynomials, equation solving, systems of linear equations, graphing, data analysis, rational expressions and equations, radicals and radical equations, quadratic equations, functions, variation, logarithmic and exponential equations. The number of new topics that each student will study and the number of courses that each student will need in the MATH 0601, 0602, 0603 sequence will vary based on the results of an initial assessment and the pathway that the student intends to follow.

B. DATE LAST REVISED: (March 2017)

C. OUTLINE OF MAJOR CONTENT AREAS

1. Solving Equations and Inequalities 2. Operations on Polynomials 3. Factoring of Polynomials 4. Graphs and Equations of Lines 5. Systems of Equations 6. Rational Expressions and Equations 7. Radical Expressions and Equations 8. Quadratic Equations and Functions 9. Exponential and Logarithmic Equations and Functions

D. LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable. 2. Convert verbal expressions into algebraic form; solve applied problems. 3. Determine slope of a line from its graph, equation, or two points on the line. 4. Graph linear equations given a point and the slope. 5. Apply the rules for exponents. 6. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials. 7. Factor polynomials. 8. Solve rational equations. 9. Solve a formula for a specific variable. 10. Simplify complex rational expressions. 11. Determine whether a relation is a function, identify its domain and range, and determine if it is one-to-one. 12. Find the inverse of a relation or function; find the composition of two functions. 13. Find equations of lines and identify parallel and perpendicular lines. 14. Simplify expressions involving radicals and rational exponents. 15. Perform basic arithmetic operations with complex numbers. 16. Solve quadratic equations using factoring, the principle of square roots, completing the square, and the quadratic formula, and use the discriminant to determine the nature of the roots (real, complex) of a quadratic equation.

17. Graph equations of the type y = a(x-h)2 + k, finding the vertex, the line of symmetry, and the maximum or minimum value. 18. Graph exponential and logarithmic functions; solve exponential and logarithmic equations; apply the properties of logarithms and convert between logarithmic and exponential functions. 19. Solve applied problems involving the following mathematical concepts: rational equations, proportion, variation, functions, linear functions, radical equations, quadratic equations, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions.

E. LEARNING OUTCOMES (Mn Transfer Curriculum) No Transfer Curriculum Outcomes

F. METHODS FOR EVALUATION OF STUDENT LEARNING

Each instructor will design an evaluation system based on some combination of the following: a. Continuous increase in number of topics earned in ALEKS. b. Sufficient time spent working on ALEKS in class and outside of class. c. Attendance d. Proctored Assessments. e. Alternate participation requirements.

G. SPECIAL INFORMATION a. Reliable internet access from off campus is highly recommended. Content, learning aids and testing are available online. b. P/NC with A-F grading option upon request by student. c. The course will require a commitment of at least 6 hours per week including 3 hours in class and 3 hours homework.