Southern State Community College
Curriculum Committee – March 2014
MATH 1106 – Pre-Algebra
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I.
COURSE TITLE: Pre-Algebra
COURSE NUMBER: 1106
CATALOG PREFIX: MATH
II. PREREQUISITE(S): Prerequisite: Student must meet one of the following criteria to
register for this course:
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High School Algebra I with a grade of C or higher
Appropriate score on the College placement test
III.
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LABORATORY HOURS: 0
IV.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
LECTURE HOURS: 3
OBSERVATION HOURS: 0
This course is an introduction to elementary algebra. It includes rational numbers, like
terms, exponents, and linear equation solving. This course cannot be used to meet
general education or math requirements in a program. This course may be able to be
used as elective credit toward a degree. Check with an advisor.
V.
GRADING:
When an instructor assigns a letter grade the numerical equivalents are established
for letter grades as follows:
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
A student who completes this course without excessive absence will be assigned a letter grade
from A through F under these conditions:
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The course includes 3 mastery units that must be completed at an 80% level. A student
who does not complete the 3 designated mastery units with an 80% will receive an F in the
course.
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A students who completes the three mastery units with at a level of 80% or above will
receive a letter grade based on their average grade. An average grade in the 90’s is an A, 80’s is
a B, 70’s is a C, 60’s is a D, and lower than that is an F.
VI.
ADOPTED TEXT(S):
Elementary Algebra
9th edition
Baratto, Bergman Streeter/Hutchinson Series
Customized Printing, McGraw Hill Publishing Co.
Copyright 2013,
ISBN: 9781259231315
VII.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course the student will:
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Be able to simplify numerical expressions using negative numbers and to
correctly apply order of operations.
Be able to add and subtract terms
Be able to multiply and divide terms
Be able to substitute into formulas and evaluate the formulas
Be able to solve first degree equations with one variable
Be able to solve application using algebraic expressions
Be able to solve applied problems involving percent
Be able to solve a literal equation (formula) for a specified variable
Be able to use calculators appropriate to the problems solved
VIII. COURSE METHODOLOGY
A. The course design provides instruction and materials to support the course
objectives. Classes may consist of a variety of means to accomplish this including
but not limiting to: lectures, class discussions, small group projects, supplemental
materials, and outside assignments. Practice is an important part of the learning
process. For every one hour of class time, two additional hours of study time should
be expected.
B. The course includes 3 mastery units that must be completed at an 80% level.
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C. Departmentally prepared Mastery Tests and departmentally prepared instructional
materials are available. All instructors are to use the provided mastery tests for the
three mastery units. Sample tests are provided for the other units to be used at the
instructor’s discretion.
D. These are the 6-7 Recommended Units
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Unit 1 – Chapter 0
Unit 2 – Mastery Unit Integers
Unit 3 – Chapter 1
Unit 4 – Mastery Unit Terms and Exponents
Unit 5 – Mastery Unit Equation Solving
Unit 6A & 6B - Chapter 2 (Except for objectives 1-4 (examples 1-5) in section 2.5
and all of section 2.6) Some instructors will divide this unit into two parts.
COURSE OUTLINE:
Required Chapters:
Chapter 0:
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.5
An Arithmetic Review
Factors and Multiples
Fractions and Mixed Numbers
Decimals and Percents
Exponents and the Order of Operation
Positive and Negative Numbers
Chapter 1:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
From Arithmetic to Algebra
An Introduction to Real Numbers
Adding and Subtracting Real Numbers
Multiplying and Dividing Real Numbers
Transition to Algebra
Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Adding and Subtracting Terms
Multiplying and Dividing Terms
Chapter 2:
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Equations and Problem Solving
Solving Equations with the Addition Property
Solving Equations with the Multiplication Property
Combining the Rules to Solve Equations
Formulas and Problem Solving
Inequalities – An Introduction (optional)
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X.
OTHER REQUIRED TEXTS, SOFTWARE, AND MATERIALS:
None
XI.
EVALUATION:
Tests will be given at the completion of each skill unit. Mastery level of 80% on 3 skill
units is required for completion of the course. An exam will be given at the end of the
course to measure progress.
XII.
SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Recommended Calendar:
Days 1-4
Days 5-8
Days 9-12
Day 13
Days 14-17
Day 18
Days 19-22
Days 23-26
Day 27
Days 28-30
Day 31
Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Math Lab Day
Unit 4
Math Lab Day
Unit 5
Unit 6
Math Lab Day
Unit 6
Final Exam
XIII. OTHER INFORMATION:
FERPA: Students need to understand that others may see your work. Others may see your
work when being distributed, during group project work, or if it is chosen for demonstration
purposes.
Students also need to know that there is a strong possibility that your work may be submitted to
other entities for the purpose of plagiarism checks.
DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service Office, Central
Campus, at 800-628-7722 or 937-393-3431.